I have spent most of the evening reading blogs. How cool. When I first started checking out LBT and this whole WLS thing, I saw that some folks blogged. Didn't think too much of it. Then I read a new friend's blog and was hooked. Thanks, Beth! (She's the Donut gal) I finally decided to enter the 21st century and began blogging. My friends on LBT (PJTP) also encouraged me to "do" Facebook. More on that later.
So, I blogged. And it bored me. Not the typing and setting up part, mind you. Reading my own very boring blog bored me. Eeek. I thought about posting a thread asking if others blogged just to see what they were writing about. I found more blogs that kept my interest. Now, I have tons to read! Some smart blogger posted on LBT and asked for blog sites. I quickly typed my response and checked out all those who listed their pages. It's been fun and informative. I really enjoy reading what others think, how they're handling life, and of course, about the band. I want a band! Now! (Sorry, I add that every time but I'm losing patience.)
I've found that I'm the type of person who likes reading and talking with others in a more private setting. I even found an online support group for people who've had bariatric surgery. For me, this is appealing. I am so NOT the type to enjoy sharing my story in front of a group of people. Please, just shoot me instead. I don't want any part of attending the support groups my WLC offers. For those who like it, great! Me, uh, no thanks. We all learn differently and process info in our own ways and our own times. It just happens that I like to do mine nekkid and that's frowned upon at the support groups. (I was told this - no personal experience here and please don't try to find the YouTube post) ;)
So, again, thanks to all who blog and who post on LBT. It's keeping me going. I've had so many ups and downs on this journey...nearly making me crazy. But knowing that others have the same struggles reminds me why I'm here. I can't do this solo. I need some tools....a band...good friends...blogging...and Facebook :) Life is good. If you are reading this (and you're not me) thanks. I hope you aren't too bored. Stick around, I may just do something exciting. Ya never can tell.
1 comments:
I think big exciting things are coming from you! I hear you about preferring to share and learn in private. I do enjoy the monthly support group, but you are forced to listen to those few that seem to know it all..blah blah blah (reminds me of weight watchers)and I am not one to like the spot light on me. It is much easier to make friends here in cyber world too...strange when you think about it. Keep it up!
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