Easter, Birthday, Food, and Updates!

I've never admitted to being the best blogger... My lack of postings makes that evident. 
Anyway, I've made it to under 250 and I've stayed that way and I'm not planning on going back. The month of April was rough in terms of eating... I cheated a lot, but knew when too much was too much. Easter fell on my son's birthday this year, but the worst part was the food at Easter and after, not the birthday food. I don't deprive myself per say, but I give myself 15-20 minutes of distraction and if the want for something isn't quenched then I'll have a bite or a taste. That doesn't happen all the time; I can count on one hand how often that has happened. Well, the Easter candy was calling my name and quite honestly I could have sworn that it screamed my name a few times! I needed that chocolate bad! A few chocolates wouldn't have been so bad, but I over indulged and paid the price on my scale a few days later. I only gained about 2lbs, but when you've worked so hard for something, it isn't hard to beat yourself up over a few pounds. On top of chocolate, I like to have a few beers and depending on the night and situation, I've been known to shoot back a few shots! If you don't know this already, drinking is not going to help you get into that cute swimsuit you've been eyeing in time for summer. It just isn't. So even with all that I've managed to lose 43lbs and keep it off successfully! 
I started off at 290 and I'm currently at 247 and I've lost nearly 4 sizes. I started at a 26 in most jeans and I'm now down to an 18 in most brands; there are still a few that don't fit and yes, it makes me mad! Anyway I know many of you on Facebook have been asking for some pics of where I started and where I am and here it is. Mind you I still have another pic or two to take, but this is me at about 255 or so (still a significant loss)! I'll post another comparison picture in the coming month or so... I'm hoping before I go on vacation. 

If I can do it, you can do it! Put your heart in it and try and see yourself in new lenses! 

You can be a new you too! 
Blessings,
Adrian