u/MickiTakesAWalk

I just learned about the sub today and I'm thrilled this exists! I thought I'd share a sampling of my collage art because I love using security envelopes.

Hey y'all! So I figure I'll just go ahead and give all the 411 that often gets asked about in the sub, but please feel free to ask any questions if you want.

My stats at 11 months in...

57F 5'9"

SW: 231 CW: 201 GW: 🤷🏼

6 weeks at 2.5 (pens).

35 weeks at 5 (pens then switched to vials).

7 weeks at 7.5 (vials).

When I switched to vials I also switched from chasing down stock at local pharmacies to EliLilly Direct. Much easier process, although the vials required me to get past the mental hang-up of 'giving myself a shot'. Insurance has never covered any of my injections, unfortunately.

I use the Shotsy app to track weight and injections. I only inject in the stomach area.

Other random info...

I'm down a size and a bit more. I started as a size snug 18/XL. Now a comfortable 16/L and even bought a couple of size 14 recently.

Had to get a silicone ring because my wedding band flew off my hand back in February. I've already had to get a size smaller silicone ring because the first one got too big.

I started Zepbound to help my Chronic Fatigue that had become out of control. I have a very supportive doctor who said it was a good idea to try it and that my weight qualified me to give it a go. It's been like a miracle medicine for my Chronic Fatigue. I noticed a difference very quickly. And the weight loss has helped, too. While my weight loss has been slow, I'm quite pleased with the progress. It took a while, but eventually I could see the difference.

I do not count/track calories. I don't restrict any foods. My exercise is walking, gardening, light yoga, resistance bands, and e-biking.

I am one of those not open about being on Zepbound outside my main circle of family/friends (~12 people). Partly because I'm fairly private about stuff (despite this detailed post 😁) and partly because I have some people in my life that I am not interested in what I know will be their unsolicited and uneducated opinions.

This sub has been an invaluable resource and I appreciate everyone sharing their stories and stats and thoughts!

It's been two weeks since my first haul. These are the ones that have jumped to the top and are getting used on the daily. I haven't been able to find a couple of these to have as backups (face wash and toner wipes), but hopefully eventually maybe 🤞

Well, I fell down the rabbit hole that is this sub and Dr. Dray and the next thing I know I'm at Dollar Tree loading up on stuff to try. So thanks a lot, y'all 😉

I'm definitely a fan of the Revitalizing Eye Serum, Extreme Renewal Cream, and Lip Balm.

Today I tried the Hydro Plus Cleanser, Oatmeal Milk Toner, and the Derma Prep Collagen & Peptide. So far I like them all.

A couple of days ago on a post I made someone linked to this podcast of Henry Sledge sharing about The Pacific series. Thank you! It is really insightful. It was lovely hearing his thoughts and feelings about the series, his father, and even the actors (particularly Joseph and Rami). I appreciated that in the final episode he speaks on his uncle's service, too.

One of my takeaways is that Henry obviously liked and was humored by Snafu.

I'm looking forward to reading Henry's book.