274

I just got back from 2 weeks of vacation (more like 12 days, anyways...) and without eating any of the 2 weeks worth of NS food I brought, I am still at 274. Rather than being discouraged, I'm very happy to know that I have the ability to maintain my weight independent of a plan and not having a scale to help manage my weight. I tried eating more breakfasts and really tried to fill up at lunch so dinner would be a smaller meal. I had definitely lost a few pounds on the first few days of the trip, because my jeans were looser. They're not nearly as looser, but they are definitely more comfortable and I can wear them all day without feeling stuffed into them, so YAY ME!

I was in a very dry climate, and noticed that my apnea was not the issue it usually is (though give me nice moist air any day!). I was able to stay up for most of the day (which is very unlike my real life at home where I often sleep for upwards of 18 hours!). I was at a much higher elevation, so I did have some breathing problems when I'd walk, and often felt a little suffocated, but somehow I managed. Now that I'm back in my element, it honestly feels like a weight has been lifted from my chest, and I can breathe easier and don't have that panicky, suffocated feeling when I walk up or down stairs.

My weight loss total for June is abysmal, only 1 pound, I think, but considering I haven't followed the program, and I am really trying to make healthier choices, I'm glad I haven't backslid or lost motivation. Just knowing I can do it on my own when I get to the point of having to maintain weight, is a big boost to my self confidence. I honestly didn't think I would return at the same weight, considering I was eating at least 2 big meals a day. The calories of those two meals was significantly more than I'm used to eating, but it may be that my metabolism improved because of the stabilized blood sugar. 

The good thing is the month of June isn't over yet, so even though I've only lost 1 pound so far for June, I still have a couple of days to go.