3 Year Atkins Anniversary Today!

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    JerseyGyrl's AvatarJerseyGyrl , 04-13-2007 09:49 AM
    Today I'm on Atkins 3 years...doesn't seem like its been that long! When I started this new lifestyle, I was 42 years old & 245 lbs To put it quite bluntly...I was FAT! With a history of heart disease, high blood pressure & diabetes in my family...I decided it was time for me to do something...FINALLY!! My friend, Jennifer (who, incidentally...is a nurse on a cardiac floor) was on Atkins & at that time, she had lost 60 lbs. I talked to her about it & she suggested I start by reading the book. I decided to give it a try. Who would have thought being able to eat real, full fat mayonnaise...heavy cream...full fat salad dressings...butter...full fat cheeses & meats would result in me losing 102 lbs!! I went from wearing men's size 3X t-shirts to currently wearing size 8/10 I will admit, the "new me" is taking some time for me to adjust to. When I look in the mirror now, I don't recognize this body! I have been blessed with 2 wonderfully supportive parents and a DBF who makes me feel special & beautiful every day of my life (I love you sweetie! ) For any of you struggling with your weight...I've been there...BUT, you CAN change this. If I can do it, anyone can do it!! Atkins works...I'm living proof of that!

    All the best to you!!

    Kim





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    RobinW's AvatarRobinW , 04-13-2007 10:15 AM
    Congratulations Kim!! Thats just awesome!
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    a_burgh_guy's Avatara_burgh_guy , 04-13-2007 09:14 PM
    Kim,

    My Angel !!!

    I am so proud, and I'm soo in love w you !!

    You are beautiful in so many ways !

    your DBF
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    Leenie's AvatarLeenie , 04-14-2007 07:35 AM


    Kim your journey is truely amazing and all of us low carb chicks are so proud of you. You really are an inspiration to ALL who struggle with their weight.


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    Ruthxxx's AvatarRuthxxx , 04-14-2007 07:46 AM
    Kim, that is just wonderful! You are an inspiration to us all. I know that Atkins is a bit difficult to stick to but you have done it!
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    nelie's Avatarnelie , 04-14-2007 10:46 AM
    Congratulations You look awesome.
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    ThinMeWantsOut's AvatarThinMeWantsOut , 04-14-2007 08:18 PM
    Congratulations! YOu look awesome!
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    LBH's AvatarLBH , 04-14-2007 08:46 PM
    You look fabulous!! Congrats!
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    LadyJulieAnn's AvatarLadyJulieAnn , 04-15-2007 10:44 AM
    Congrats! You are an inspiration and a wealth of knowledge for the group!

    Take care,
    Julie
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    Lucyee's AvatarLucyee , 04-21-2007 02:34 PM
    3 Year Atkins Anniversary today
    Dear Kim. Congrats on your three years. I have been trying so hard to get on a low carb plan. I am disgusted with Weight Watchers. I am desperate to lose weight and felt inspired by your story. The most catching thing about it was I saw Jersey and assumed you are from New Jersey? Hard to find people to share with in NJ. Write if you see this. You look great. I need all the help I can get. Long long story of trying to lose weight. Lucyee
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    Lovemylife's AvatarLovemylife , 04-23-2007 10:31 AM
    You look MARVELOUS!!!!! Keep it up.
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    JerseyGyrl's AvatarJerseyGyrl , 04-23-2007 11:29 AM
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by a_burgh_guy
    Kim,

    My Angel !!!

    I am so proud, and I'm soo in love w you !!

    You are beautiful in so many ways !

    your DBF
    My DBF

    Thank you for always being so supportive of me. You mean the world to me & I am soo in love with you!

    You make me happier than I ever dreamed I could be!

    your DGF
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    JerseyGyrl's AvatarJerseyGyrl , 04-23-2007 11:32 AM
    Thank you all for your kind words, your encouragement & your support. I appreciate all of it!

    Thanks Again,

    Kim
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