For the month of December, I’ll be participating in #WEverb11. Each day gives a new prompt, each of which is a chance to reflect and look forward.
December 16: Persevere
Describe something that disappointed you in 2011 and how you persevered. Contributed by Jen.
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And sometimes the one I have to talk to is me...
Perseverance is my middle name. I have continued on this weight loss journey for many, many, many years, and while I may have moments (or weeks) of falling backwards, I am never down for the count. I pull myself back up off the ropes, begin fighting, and I persevere.
So the main thing that disappointed me this year is that I can only seem to sustain my weight loss efforts (eating right and exercising) for a set period of time and then I fall off. It’s like my brain can only juggle so many things at once and then one of the balls that’s been in the air just drops. And so do I.
But as much as I wish I would have made it to my mini goal by now, I do believe that everything happens for a reason. There is a reason that I was meant to wait to have the surgery, and part of that was so that I could decide on the proper weight loss surgery for me. If I would’ve been eligible earlier this year, I think I would’ve chosen the wrong one, and would have ultimately been disappointed with my results (or lack thereof). No, I was meant to take my time, learn a few lessons about why I overeat and how to get control over those urges. I was meant to do more research and meet more people who have had VSG. I was meant to come to the decision that was best for me. And I was meant to realize that my fate is completely in my hands, but I can’t make it to my goal with excuses.
So while I have been disappointed, I’ve also become stronger. I’ve become more ready to fight the demons. I have become who I am today and for that I am grateful and gratified. I know that it’s all meant to be in 2012.
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Bella on the Beach 
I LOVE that quote, and it is seriously one of my life mottoes. From the time that my husband and I got married at 18 and 19, people have always been telling us that we can’t achieve the dreams we’ve set out to do, and I ALWAYS say, “watch us”.
I love that you never give up. It’s very inspiring. And you’re absolutley right- everything happens for a reason 🙂
I’m a huge believer in things happening at the right time. We’re always so disappointed when things don’t initially go our way, but look at all the extra knowledge and wisdom we pick up along the way? You’re gonna rock this. You’re building your base, expanding your support system, learning more about yourself, learning how to cope….it’s only going to help you in the long run.
Thank you so much for all of your positive comments.