Keep Fighting. 255.6 pounds. + 0.5 pounds today, - 0.6 pounds this week, - 2.1 pounds this month, - 24.4 pounds since May 1, - 77.4 pounds from my all-time high of 333 pounds.

It can be difficult to keep fighting, especially when results don't come as quickly or as often as you would like. But the alternative is not acceptable. Rome wasn't built in a day and I didn't get overweight in a day either. Why should I think that it will be quick or easy to lose the weight that it has taken me years to put on and keep on? I need to be realistic.

Yesterday was a difficult day for me with regard to my plan. I didn't follow my plan at all. I didn't exercise, I didn't get 8 hours of sleep, and I ate after 5 p.m. Not only did I eat later than I wanted, I ate too much, which is the whole reason that I try not to eat after 5 p.m. With all this being the case I'm surprised that I didn't gain more than 1/2 a pound on the scale this morning.

I am proud of myself for one thing from yesterday. While I was indulging my hunger last night I went to the freezer and grabbed a peppermint ice cream bar. I had it in my hand and was about to open it, thinking that it wouldn't matter. Then I remembered that I had a date with the scale this morning and I chose to put it back and not eat it. So, while I gained weight, it could have been worse. I need to remember that small victory for the future so I can overcome temptation the next time it occurs.