Welcome 3DMom from one newbie to another! LOL
Thanks so much for that post amanda, I really appreciate it. I totally get whet you're saying though.. I really DID learn a lot from Atkins, it just wasn't for me, but I know now that I would MUCH rather have a whole wheat wrap instead of sandwich bread when I make my lunch...I'm going to start off with the lower glycemic fruits first..just a lot of knowledge that I suppose on;y experience and reading can teach us. I really do love my carbs, but I know that when all is said and done, I'm not going to be having a whole wheat bagel for breakfast, a sandwich for lunch and mashed potatoes for dinner. LOL.
You are dead on with wishing you had started 6 months ago. I look back and I thought of doing this before my last attempt at Atkins and if I HAD started, I would have had a loss by now. It's dissapointing b/c I started my weightloss journey 3 years ago, 4/2005 after my son was born and had I been realistic with what i could do, I would have been at goal a long time ago. There is NO time like the present.
As far as what to expect... I am hoping for a 5 pound a month weight loss. Is this realistic?? It's bitter sweet for me too...On Atkins I could easy lose 10 pounds a month...but I know this way I can eat in the real world. Yes it will take twice as long, but if I can make small changes and still enjoy some of the things I love, and get where I want to be, I dont think I could possibly go wrong. LOL.
So enough of that... today is day number 1 for me and I have to tell you guys, it so doesnt feel like I am on a diet. I'm not anxious or doubting myself. I dont see this as a diet. It's a lifestyle change and I am just really excited.
On a side note, I make my shakes with milk as apposed to buying the premade (definately saves money) and I am NOT a fan of the vanilla! hahaha. It feels like I'm drinking thawed milk shake! LOL. So I think I am going to try it in the blender tomorrow with ice like the back suggests. I am excited for my chocolate one with lunch though
I am disappointed that I cant find the coffee ones anymore.
Okay enough rambling....you ladies have a fantastic day!!!