Tripping and Falling

[UrbanShaman]

So I pondered whether or not to write this at all but I figure accountability is the first step so hear we go.

I not only fell off the wagon yesterday, I flew off of it, landed in front of it and watched as it gleefully drove over me a few times while taunting me.

I was on the run all day at work and missed breakfast and lunch. I know you can all see where this is going...but it gets worse. I had forgotten that after work I had to go perform at two Ash Wednesday services so there went dinner. At this point I was a low sugar mess and I staggered towards the nearest food place I could find which happened to be Burger King. My confused mind justified that if I ate a little bread I would feel better and it wouldn't hurt my ketosis. That little piece of bread turned into a fried fish sandwich and fries washed down with a Dr. Pepper.




I'm really dissapointed in myself. I know lack of preperation made me fall hard but I really thought I'd be strong enough even when ravenously hungry. I'm resolved to start a clean Induction today and make sure I am never without meals or a snack. I just feel very angry and I am afraid to step on that scale tonight to see what the damage is. I also feel really icky today with a headache and an unsettled stomach which I'm not sure stems from the bad carbs or not but I'm blaming them anyway.

ADBB has been great and will continue to be so. I know I just have to stick it out, I'm just a bit bummed.

[Hoping]

It's okay, just make sure you eat legal foods from now on
Don't be bummed.

[FatBottomGirl]

Hey UrbanShaman:

I think you flogged yourself enough there that no one need to tell you what you did wrong The upside is that you learned the true value of being prepared for emergancy situations. Though I bring my lunch to work everyday - I also keep some carb friendly snacks on hand in case something happens. You have been doing great and been an inspiration to alot of newer folks - so just get back up on that pony and ride

You have the determination - I can see that in your posts (okay can't really SEE it - but I can read it )! I have faith in you that you will overcome this and learn from the mistake!

[rozigrl221]

Hey...whats done is done. It happened and nothing will change that. Just look forward and move on. Eat legal foods. You are right, prepardness is definately the way to be. Sometimes that is easier said than done though. Stay focused.

[Tracie515]

THese girls have givin you great advice, forget about it and move on. But learn a lesson for sure.

[Chicklady]

Yup, that crappy feeling and headache is a carb hangover. Ask me how I know! Just get back on that horse and ride!!

[UrbanShaman]

Thanks ladies. I needed that swift kick. You are all absolutely right. Wallowing in dissapointment serves no one. I'm allergic to horses so I can't hop back on one, but I sure am going to hit everything harder than ever. I just have to be even more careful and plan for everything I can, and I'll be fine. I've already done so well, I'm so pleased, I need to keep the trend.

[inhisgrip]

You're right Tim... You have been doing so well! Just keep on moving forward, don't dwell on the mistake. If you do it's only going to discourage you. So you messed up, it happens to alot of people. What matters most is what you do after the mess up. I'm glad you've decided to get RIGHT back on track! It won't be long before you're browsing for another book.