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Mon, 08-30-2004 - 7:31pm
Hi I'm new to this board. I don't have to lose 100 pounds but it is close enough. I've been reading some of the messages on here and everyone sounds really friendly. Today I started a new diet. I am following the old weight watchers plan (freedom plan). A few years ago I did the plan and I lost 25 pounds. I really want to lose the weight for me this time. My mother recently found out she is diabetic. I look at her and think is this my future? I did very well today I even had a smore. (normally I would eat several). Just wanted to say hi to everyone. Hopefully I will talk to you all soon.
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Registered: 07-16-2004
Mon, 08-30-2004 - 7:38pm
Hi Sandy! Welcome to the board and congrats on making the decision to lose the weight.

Diabetes runs in my family as well (my Mom was just diagnosed last year) so I can completely understand where you're coming from.

The vast majority of people here are wonderful and very supportive - I often come here when I'm feeling uninspired to workout and read posts from the celebration area... to hear about other people's success helps to push me.

Anytime you need to rant or just chat I'll keep my eye out for you!

Cheers

Lisa

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Registered: 06-16-2004
Mon, 08-30-2004 - 8:13pm

Hi there Sandy and welcome to the boards!

 

  Shawna

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Registered: 08-27-2004
Mon, 08-30-2004 - 8:42pm
Hi thanks for making me feel welcome. The freedom plans was about 4 or 5 years ago. It's a plan that gives you so many breads,proteins, fats, and unlimited fruits and veg's. It worked for me before so i'm thinking it will work for me again if I stick with it. I just can't seem to keep up with the points. Well I'm sure I will be taking to you again. See ya Sandy
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Registered: 04-26-2003
Mon, 08-30-2004 - 10:25pm
Hi Sandy!

Welcome to the board! We're in the midst of a rough patch here, but it will get better soon. There are lots of wonderful ladies here and they have been such a support to me. I hope to see more of you around the board!

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Registered: 05-19-2003
Tue, 08-31-2004 - 11:39am
welcome to the board Sandy and good luck with your weight loss
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Registered: 03-29-2003
Tue, 08-31-2004 - 6:37pm
Welcome!Good job on the one smore thing...I too could normally eat several.Baby steps ya know ;o) My Mother just called me a few days ago to let me know she was just diagnosed with diabetes,so I can understand your wanting to lose the weight so you yourself don't get it...because I know I want to lose more then anything now.

Good luck and stick around...we'd love to get to know ya better :o)

Bren

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Registered: 01-04-2004
Tue, 08-31-2004 - 7:04pm
Welcome to the board, Sandy! There are some great people here so pull up a chair and jump right in :)

~~Linda

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Registered: 07-20-2004
Tue, 08-31-2004 - 7:05pm
Hi Sandy,


A belated welcome to you! I think it's great that you are continuing your journey on the road to better health. Diabetes is a very serious disease, and the complications of it can be tragic if it is not controlled. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes not so long ago myself. Thankfully, my blood sugar is finally under control. I know that my eating habits are a little better, but I also know that there is a lot of room for improvement in that area. I'm starting my healthy eating program again...tomorrow, September 1. Hopefully, I will be more determined to stick with it. I truly believe that regular exercise has helped to improve my blood sugar levels tremendously. I try to exercise at least once a day, and I feel so much better when I do. Oops! I didn't mean to write a book, LOL. Welcome again, Sandy! ***Hugs***

Keeyah