Ever wish you had them? Superpowers, that is. Okay, I realize there is no such thing … but I wish there were! Or really, in the Irish tradition, I’d probably like to be a good witch. Have fire, wind, water, and earth … at my command. This is really off my diet topic, except that I’d use my superpowers for the good of all kind-hearted fat people!! It’s a compelling fantasy, don’t you think?
As I was jogging along in the pool today, I was also blogging in my head. Thinking about what a good week I’ve had as far as pain and the pool. Or maybe, just pain in general. That’s pretty relieving to me, and I hope a sign of things to come. I’m really glad that I’ve increased my step count. And I’ve been generally reviewing some “real time” positives … not just counting pounds (although I’m doing that, too) … I’ve lost four inches on my waist. My clothes are baggy, or in some cases, too big to be worn any longer. This is a win-lose, however, since I don’t really want to buy any clothes just yet. I need to take a closet inventory and see what really fits! I’m pretty sure I have a number of graduated sizes!
But in addition to the positives, I feel other things as well … just about every day. And those are the worried, sad, frustrated feelings. Not being sure I can really get this weight off. Worrying about our travel, less than a year away. Worrying that I will never be able to manage the pain completely. This is truly an overwhelming challenge, and it’s no wonder so many people simply can’t do it. And I am a worrier – I come by it honestly!