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Barbara Strickland is a 71-year-old Eastlake resident who has found herself in another weight-loss battle, eight years after undergoing gastric bypass surgery. Strickland has multiple health concerns that get in the way of exercising, but she said she will work hard to tackle her weight issues.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Sat. Feb. 5, 2011

Saw Hannah yesterday at Slim & Fit for some great advice.  Help me with getting more carbs in and choice of exercise.  Even gave me some great snack hints since my blood sugar fluctuates and I should schedule snacks between meals.  Can you believe that!  Telling me to eat...  
 
Thursday and Friday were so busy I hardly had time to put my feet up which is essential for me.  I have such foot discomfort from just the little exercise I've been able to do so far.  Hannah also suggested I exercise, RIGHT NOW, every other day. What a relief. 
 
I'm still fighting myself in finding the motivation to do something challenging but rewarding:  More practice on my piano.  I take lessons and must practice.  I procrastinate something alwful!  Any suggestions? 
 
I faced my first challenge last night when I went to 'game night' at our church.  Lots of snacks and a real opportunity to make lousy choices.  I did very well.  If I ate after my meal it was a raw veggie and not a salty snack.   I think that's called progress - or baby steps.    
 
Tonight we face another challenge:  Our first party in a bar.  I do like my beer!  I'll survive one moment at a time..      Luv 2 all...

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