I don't want to give up and I don't want to fail but I am

zeniabar · July 2015

62 yrs old..generally good health in spite of my weight..many blessing..many heart aches.. I allow the heartaches to consume me.. I am rarely alone.. but always made to feel alone.. I struggle with depression... i lost 35 pounds having the sleeve surgery ..then my father passed..my mother needs a lot of help and has had health issues of her own....i work 2 jobs... one of my daughters along with my three young grandsons live with us and my marriage is a struggle at best...I've ended up gaining back almost 20 pounds which i am so disgusted with myself..i find it difficult to carve out any time for myself... not trying to make excuses..just stating facts.. not looking for any magic answers there aren't any... just having a rough few days here.. thank you for listening.. :

SimplyMicheleR · July 2015

(Hugs) be good to yourself right now, and remember that if you don't take care of yourself, you will be no good to anyone else. I know that is easier said than done, but it is true!

brenn24179 · July 2015

I am your age and I know we have to take care of ourselves. I have gained 10 back and am also mad at myself. We have to put ourself first, working on that myself. My Dad just died and my Mother is definitely difficult. I am trying to weigh every day now so I don't get relaxed and give up

itmeansflower · July 2015

Hi, I'm feeling a bit down myself. My father passed not 2 years ago, and his bday was a few days ago. I try not to let it affect me, but the grief bubbles up. This past week I haven't made the best food choices. But, I have at least gotten some exercise in, and truth be told, it does help to compensate. It's a long road we're on. But you're not alone. We just have to keep on keeping on, one step, one day at a time. Sounds so corny, but it's true. No matter where we are, we just have to focus on today. Set small goals instead of looking at the "big" #. I have one in mind for myself for Aug 1st. Much more achievable than xxx lbs, you know? Take care of you - go get a nice big glass of ice water, preferably with lemon in it. We'll get through!

usmcmp · July 2015

I was in a really bad position at one point in my life. I made a list of things that negatively impacted me and crossed out everything I had zero control over. Then I focused on things I could work on. Getting on antidepressants was the first step and once they really started working it was easier to make the other changes. Don't forget to ask the people around you for help. Your husband, daughter and even grandsons can help you.

jax31907 · July 2015

Reading this has brought tears to my eyes. My father died in March and I have this deep feeling of loneliness every since even if I am in a room full of people. I turn to food in moments like that and I feel better in that moment but upset with myself after I get on the scale. This helps being able to talk to people going through the same thing. We will get through this

zeniabar · July 2015

I started with a protein shake today... a few oops... then a chicken breast and salad for dinner.. no real exerciser.. and I miss that part.. my youngest use to go to the gym with me.. she's now pregnant and I don't get to see her as much.. My husband.. my daughter that lives here.. they are a lot alike... not all that supportive... and the boys are little.. i have gone for walks as they ride their bikes which I loved.. but have a bad knee...pulled muscles and injured my calf so it makes me nervous trying to keep up with them.. I thank you all for your kind responses...I feel so very alone... my own fault.. I have a hard time asking for help.. but the keyboard does make it easier ,,,, Again Thank you

zeniabar · July 2015

went for a walk tonight with my grandsons...starting out a little slow.. no more pulled muscles i pray...

I don't want to give up and I don't want to fail but I am

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