Low carb and lovin it?....

Back in 2005 I decided to start my low-carb journey. I put on a couple of pounds after having 2 of my kids and lets just say I was feeling less than cute. I jumped online and found out everything I needed know about this diet. What I could eat, what I should avoid. I had a packet that listed every food I could think of and it's carb count. I was determined! So determined I lost 20 lbs. in a very short time : ) I have to admit I think I got a little too thin at one point but I gained an extra 5lbs. and was happy with my size.----Flash forward to 2012 I fluctuate from my goal weight to 5lb. over my goal weight, which is not too bad but it seems like more of a challenge this time around to eat right and remain near my goal. There are days when I eat whatever I want without worrying about calories, carbs, portion...sometimes those days turn into weeks 0_o I find myself feeling sluggish, more tired than usual, bloated---then I snap out of my "indulgence overload" and get back on track. I feel SO much better after I do. My energy picks up, I lose whatever water weight I've been holding, I'm less irritable. Then I remember why I chose to stick with this low carb life style for all these years, I feel great! I've decided to give myself a "fun day" every 3 weeks. On this day I can eat whatever sweets I want. NO carb counting what-so-ever! I'm back on track and am going to try my best to stay on track. Tomorrow I'll be attending a baby shower and really wish that it fell on my "fun day" Lol! I've been eating good this whole week and refuse to undo all my hard work. You have to do what works for you. It's not about getting "skinny" I'm happy with my size BUT I'm also aware of the negative affect certain foods have on my body. So I'll continue to avoid them. Low carb and lovin it? Actually..Yeah " )