Hello, Everyone...I'm new here...

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Registered: 05-14-2004
Hello, Everyone...I'm new here...
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Fri, 05-14-2004 - 10:44pm
Hi:

I'm new - OK, actually I'm Mary - but you can call me "Peach."

So what's this all about (Alfie)? Here I am - I'll be 42 in a couple of weeks. I've been through two lousy marriages, have two great kids and my spirit is finally at peace. But...after working hard to rebuild my life, I've forgotten about me in the process.

It's finally time for me to focus on myself and getting my health back after focusing on the kids and everyone else. I'm ready to lose 20 pounds and get fit. But where the heck do I start? Well, I've got an appointment with the doctor for my first complete physical in years...I'm hoping to meet with a nutritionist (or someone akin to that) to help me develop a fitness program tailored to my needs, etc. and remind me to stop eating my emotions. Heck - it's the one thing I haven't had to work hard for - yummy food that's bad for you. But I've paid the price.

So...any encouraging stories out there? Any hints? I'm feeling as though I'm on the right track, but have gained and lost the same eight pounds over the last four years over and over and over...I sure hope I can break down whatever wall has kept me from reaching my goal. I want to be healthy and prepared for the inevitable "life change" approaching some time in the next decade.

You sound like a fun bunch!

Peach

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Registered: 04-08-2004
Mon, 05-17-2004 - 8:11am
Hi Peach and welcome!

Lori

"Remember, I'm pullin' for ya.  We're all in this together." --Red Green

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Mon, 05-17-2004 - 9:32am
Hi, Peach!

A little late with my welcome, but welcome, nonetheless. You sound like your mind and spirit are in the right place to make the changes you need to get healthier. So I hope you find some good advice and fun camaraderie here. Looing forward to getting to know you better.

No other way to say it; Nike already did - Just Do It!

Donna

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Registered: 10-15-2003
Mon, 05-17-2004 - 10:36am
Hello!
“You can only grow if you’re willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.” -Brian Tracy
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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 5:55pm
Thanks, Shar...just can't wait to get healthy - that's the main thing. It's been a while since I've had a complete physical and as sick as it sounds, I'm looking forward to it! :)And you're right...there is a wealth of information on this site - very, very helpful!

Bye for now!

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Tue, 05-18-2004 - 5:57pm
Sassy - that's so funny - that's what I'm called at work - for reasons well known to everyone - I'm a bit sassy! :)

Thanks for the welcome!

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Registered: 05-14-2004
Tue, 05-18-2004 - 5:59pm
Thanks for the welcome - are you "young and sweet, only 17?" :-)

My appointments can't come soon enough - I'm actually looking forward to getting blood drawn - pretty sick, huh?

Looking forward to receiving and giving encouragement here!

Enjoy your night.

Peach

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Registered: 04-06-2003
Tue, 05-18-2004 - 9:30pm
Welcome Peach, this is indeed a great group of ladies. Lots of sharing and caring around here. Sorry my warm wishes are late. Lots of luck on your jounrey and from the sound of your post you already are heading in the right direction.

Debbie

Debbie

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Wed, 05-19-2004 - 1:04pm
A very late welcome from me, Peach. Glad you joined us and look forward to reading more of your posts. Are your children grown? I'm a single mom with one 13 yo boy. Currently, I'm having a difficult time getting anything accomplished with 2 jobs and baseball season going on. Thank goodness school and baseball end very soon!

Kat

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