Sleeping Like a Baby
In a previous blog post , I talked about my issues that I have been experiencing over the past few years. For those of you who have been concerned about my well-being, I just want to say thank you. I do not take you for granted. I also wanted to give you an update. I…
Wegovy Update #1
I have been on and off Wegovy going on 3 months now. In total, I have lost about 13 pounds and have maintained it. I need to lose a lot more. However, it is really hard to be guaranteed to get Wegovy due to the manufacturer shortage. And because there is a strict titration schedule,…
Wegovy and Me, a journey unexpected
The why Today, I started my Wegovy journey. Don’t judge. Some of us need help and need to ask for it. I have been struggling for 20 something years and I am tired with it. The cost Luckily, my insurance covers it for people with comorbidities. But it will not cover it for vanity reasons.…
So tired, but can’t give in
Everyday, late in the afternoons, the fatigue creeps up once more. It’s something that I can’t hide very well. I wear it on my face. Yesterday, I went to pick up my vehicle from the repair shop, and the adjuster said “Oh, you look so tired!” I turned to him and said “Uh, thanks?” I…
Embracing the Life Style Change
About a month ago I went to the doctor and wrote a blog entry about getting healthy. I started the Mayo Clinic Diet. I chose this diet because I wanted to do something that wasn’t about just weight loss, but building life long good eating habits. I know I can lose weight. I have done…
Midlife…. Health Crisis?
I have struggled for years, DECADES with my weight. I carried a little extra in high school, nothing significant. However, after I got married and started college, that’s when I really packed on the pounds. It just kept getting worse. Every year I would gain between 10-20 pounds. When I was younger, it bothered me.…