[40Plus5kids]

How many times have I said that? Probably too many I would say!
This time however, things aren't going the way they should. I have been overweight since primary school, but have always been able to 'get around' and have not been affected by the weight.

Even when I was pregnant my blood pressure was never over 110/70 and my cholesterol has never been a problem...

Something has happened, Age is catching up. My Doctor removed my Thyroid as the it had ceased functioning and was toxic. My Doctor has put me on Blood Pressure Tablets and Cholesterol Tablets... That doesn't happen to me - I am healthy?

No I am not, things are catching up - time to stop resting on my laurels ( I think I squashed them)

Time to get Serious.

[TrixieCatLAX]

Oh, my gosh about the thyroid! I'm sorry to hear that you had to have it removed. I have a poorly functioning thyroid, but it's never cursed me with being toxic.

It's okay that you've said "this time I am serious" more times than you can count. What matters is that you take the action finally. A lot of people on this forum have dealt with stumbling blocks, busy lifestyles, you name it... And they've managed to find a way. You can too.

[40Plus5kids]

Thanks TrixieCatLAX I knew I had something wrong with my Thyroid, but I couldn't find a Doctor who would believe me because the Blood Tests were not showing anything.
I couldn't breathe when I put my arms above shoulder height because my thyroid was squashing my windpipe and when I swallowed you could see the 'swallow' go sideways down my neck because of the thyroid - I basically sat in the Doctors office until he agreed to order ultrasounds. He did to 'shut me up once and for all' (his words not mine)

He got a shock when the results came back. But the Ultrasound Technician had already told me the results and also told me that i would be fine I just needed to get it out quick. 3 days later - I was in surgery.

So that is my story and now I am the way I am and I am going to fix it.

[mrslovette]

I agree with TrixieCat! It's wonderful that you've joined us here. Even in the few days that I have been on I can tell that there is a lot of support to go around. Words of encouragement to not give up just because you make a mistake! It's okay to fall off the wagon. That helps us to build up the tough skin so that the next time we fall it doesn't hurt as bad and eventually we can just dust ourselves off and keep going.

I am so excited to get to know you and experience your journey with you and to share mine!

[40Plus5kids]

Thanks Mrslovette
I am working away at the moment and this always poses a difficult time with meal options
Holiday Comfort Food time