My weight and our marriage

In a previous post, I made a statement that my weight was an issue in our marriage. Being the idiot that I am very often am, I did not think what that could mean, especially to my wife. So first I owe a huge public apology. So here it is - Ginny I am sorry.

Here is what I intended - When I was overweight, there were so real consequences.

First, I likely had undiagnosed sleep apnea. I remember waking up gasping for air, literally feeling like I was choking. I remember one night I awaking in a panic, struggling to breathe, scared to go back to sleep. Don't think that this made me constantly tired, I was always struggling to feel rested. It was a constant.

Second, given I did like who I was in the mirror, it affected my general attitude. I would duck pictures, etc.

Through this all, my wife loved me. Loved me even when I did not love myself. Loved me despite being morbidly obese.

My weight loss process – couple updates that I forgot

Some of my inspiration

I have had several inspirations to date. First, has been my oldest daughter. She has dedicated herself to swimming in a large way. I watched her ,at to me a young age, really throw herself into the sport. For me, she showed me dedication that I needed mirror.

Second, as part of college ministry we are surrounded with college athletes. Watching them and how they eat was really an eye opener. It convicted me on especially soda.

Finally, my wife and my family. I need to be here for her, healthy and ready to go.  My healthy and weight was becoming an issue to our marriage – nothing ever said but I recognized it.

Weight Graph

Latest Graph Blue is 1 pound a week plan  and red is actual.