I admit it (First step to recovery, right?)- “I have an eating disorder, I love to eat“. Overeating is as much a part of my personality as my hazel eyes. Eating here, in this place, on this Island, is heavenly, to say the least. Crawfish (lobster), all types of fish… tuna, wahoo, king fish, grouper, hog fish, barracuda… you name it, I’ve tried it! None of which is fattening in itself, I guess, right? Well, thanks to my neighbors who feed me every night, we have changed all that…add a little cheese (of every variety), crackers, Wine and or Margaritas, unbelievable salads, risotto with parmesan and butter, potatoes, freshly baked homemade bread…. and of course, let’s not forget dessert, no matter how small. Thanks, Cath!
My walking 12-16 miles a week in the full sun, sweating bullets, is not putting a dent in my disorder. My neighbor, with his lovely sense of humor, says to me… “You know, You can say, No Thank You!“…. well Gordo… I can say, “Bite Me” too, but I don’t say THAT!
So TOMORROW… I plan on losing weight, again. No sense on going on one of the many stupid diets I have been on in the past, pills, drops, upside down diets, low fat, high fat, low carb, high carb, all protien… they don’t work. I weigh too much, because I eat too much… It’s that simple. So here’s my thought process (and the bottom line of my disorder) I am not going to count calories (too much trouble). Maybe I will cut out carbohydrates (or basically quit eating anything I actually like). Nah… Maybe I will just cut back, Eat smaller portions, just say no to second helpings… yeah right! I am doomed. I’ve heard it is a good idea to drink a full glass of water before eating your meal… will Wine do? It’s liquid!
It’s a shame others aren’t as successful as myself when it comes to dieting. I think I will write a book about my success. I will start journaling immediately, so it will all be well documented. This weight loss could completely change the course of my life. I am not sure I am ready for that but… I will head off on my new journey and different direction – TOMORROW!