Hi, everyone.

Sorry I haven't been around much. I'm really trying to blog more consistently but that doesn't always happen.

WW is still going well. I really like the meetings, even though they're virtual. I feel so uplifted by them and the people in them. 

Today I took my friend Cecilia out for lunch to celebrate her birthday. We went to Blaze Pizza, because they make those cute little mini-pizzas, and I ate one (half at the restaurant, half later) and it was all delicious, but my stomach is unbelievably upset now. Also, the super-rich greasiness of it led me to binge on mandarin oranges later, which is the weirdest thing possible. I mean, I guess six or eight little cups of those things is not a binge per se, but it was more than I wanted to eat, and I haven't felt out of control around food in a long time. I think, the next time I go back, I will be getting a salad. I feel miserable physically and I also feel a bit sad because I know today I made a choice that doesn't support my goals. Still, Cecilia was happy, and I'm glad she's my friend, and I was glad to celebrate her. 

I'm proud of my progress overall, though, and I feel like I will make up for this in the next few days. It's just a blip. And it's something I've learned about myself: maybe say no to pizza next time. And for now, I'm practicing not beating myself up or becoming morose over something like this. And drinking lots and lots of water. 

Until next time,

Simone 

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Sunday, 23 March 2025
(The Third Sunday in Lent)
Location: Ohio (home)
Reading: Last Train to London by Meg Waite Clayton 
Weight: 300.2 lbs. (136 kg)