Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Took my shot last night. I have been stringing it along for the last few injections but last night I was hungry. I was like, "No, I'm definitely taking it tonight so it'll be working by the time I get up in the morning." And it has!

I'm sitting here at my desk, it's 1:08pm. I'm trying to eat my veggie tray and it's been fine but I'm really full. I wouldn't be normally but since I took my medicine on time for once I can tell a difference. I'll have some jerky later for some protein. Then some grapes just for a sweet treat.

I actually love eating this way. I can snack all day and it's not a problem. I mean, as long as my weight actually goes down. I'm at 264.8lb today though so...

Monday, January 19, 2026

Is my weight up today? You know it. 264lb. However, I'm still feeling myself today for some reason. Wearing a cute sweater with a little crop underneath that has a mock turtleneck with a bit of frill. I just feel pretty today.

I need more of these sweaters. And some more leggings to match. Gotta' love Old Navy for basics.

Sunday, January 18, 2026

I was at 262.4lb today. I'm purely writing this to document it. I had a lot to eat today at dinner so I would bet money that my weight is up tomorrow.

We had Logan's for dinner. I had a kid's steak tips and mashed potatoes with brown gravy, one roll, and then a blueberry apple cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. I didn't partake in the caramel sauce.

It was delicious. I'll be back to normal tomorrow. It was a treat. Just a reminder to myself that food is safe. As easy as it'd be to say something is good or bad, I'm not doing that. I had a day where I went over. It happens.

I aim for 1750 calories each day. Today it says I had 2263. It's only 513 over. It sounds like a lot but in the grand scheme of things, it's really not.

It's just one day. It's one large meal. It will pass.

Then, looking back at my entries, I am not doing well when it comes to my 2026 goals. I mean, I'm eating lots of fruits and vegetables but that's about it. I'm cool with that too. Fast food is whatever as long as it fits into my day and I make good choices. And the gym? I'm going to have to get a treadmill or something. I don't know how to realistically fit it into my day anymore.

Just had a look at Shotsy before I head to bed:

I am 97.6lb down as of today. My current BMI is 38.7! Peep that Weight Loss Tracker and see my starting BMI was actually 53.2. That means I've lost 27% of my total weight and am 54% of the way to my goal of 180lb. This makes my weekly average for weight loss -2.1lb/wk. Yeah!

Friday, January 16, 2026

I have a stomach bug. I woke up twice last night with stomach cramping and having to rush to the toilet. Not sure why. Not loving it.

Stopped at Walgreen's this morning to get some Kaopectate and some probiotics. I am not sure what's going on with my stomach but I don't like it at all. Well, minus the fact I am now at my lowest weight yet: 263.4lb!

Maybe I just needed a good stomach bug. Haha. Just kidding, I hate it. I'm sitting at my desk eating dry Cheerios. It's not a good day but it's not bad either. I've mostly solved everything.

I'm trying to figure out where my sickness might have come from and I don't have anything that immediately comes to mind. You know how sometimes if you think back on the foods you've eaten and you kinda' find that one that turns your stomach a bit? I usually tend to think that's the thing that caused the stomach bug as your body is intelligent and it definitely doesn't want anymore of that right now.

I'm looking at getting a walking pad or small treadmill to have instead of having to leave the house and go to the gym. I figure this way I'll be more likely to actually do it. I love walking too.

Thursday, January 15, 2026

We lost a client today but we were told our contract is going to be reinstated without a gap in coverage.

I hope they come back. I really like them.

Update: They were back by 2pm.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

I'm not sure who I pissed off but, y'all, I'm sorry. I need things to get back on track. I have work where our contract with an insurance company was erroneously deleted and that has put all of our authorizations in jeopardy. Then I got a debt consolidation loan that was deposited into a wrong account. So, let me tell ya', I'm having a time.

Haha. It'll work out but boy is it annoying.

Saturday, January 10, 2026

I am done seeking validation from a place that cannot give it. I will no longer invest my energy where it costs me my peace.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Know what I got on Friday? The flu. Still trying my best with the five a day. It's amusing how I did on January 1st vs the day I got sick. I even called in to work on Monday which is very unlike me.

Hopefully I'll be 100% soon. I've had a great time with eating the veggies and fruits though.

Oh, I also forgot my niece yesterday. She sent me a text message at 3:01pm. I was talking with C in the office and just gasped. I rushed out and got to the neighboring town and picked her up in 19 minutes. She is still very sad with me. Haha. I definitely felt back.

Friday, January 2, 2026

I've been moving away from taking my tirzepatide as often. I don't know. Previously I was gnawing at the bit to take my shot. Now, I don't really care one way or another. I'm tired of the itchy injection site reaction. It seems to be making a differene even if I wait a longer time.

If I switch over to good whole foods and eat well, can I do it without the medicine? I feel like I could. I did it before (I've said it a dozen times) but I know my body can lose weight and I know if I am getting lots of good whole foods it lets go easily.

I don't know. I think I'm going to have to weigh my options.

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Happy New Year! I have started fresh for 2026. I'll continue posting in reverse with the newest entry at the top for ease of use.

Goals for this year:

• Eat 5 a day every day.
• Do not eat fast food. It is not food. Can eat out once every week or two at a restaurant.
• Go to the gym once per week.

I'm starting this year at 267.4lb. This time last year I was about 360lb. Nearly 100lb down. I bet between making good food choices and making a smidge of an effort with my physical activity I will be near my goal weight by the end of the year. But, even if I'm not, I'm still so excited!

Last year's diary can be found here!