I've started meticulously counting calories again. Goal: no more than 1200 calories per day, and I've started my exercise regime again, except I have to be careful with how many sit-ups I do so I don't tear my hernia mesh. I'm whipping this fat, flabby body back into shape! I am MOTIVATED. I CAN do this. It feels good to exercise again, even if I am badly out of shape. I stopped exercising after my hernia repair surgery in July. It hasn't even been a year yet! It's amazing how fast your body can go downhill.

It's sad, but I'm getting old. It's time to start taking care of myself.

I think the sertraline is starting to make me feel better already. I'm actually starting to feel motivated to do things. I actually have energy! It's great! I'm even novel planning again. Thank you sertraline. I ❤️ you.