One year with ADBB...

[lostandfound]

I can't believe it's been a year since I found this board.

In the last year, my life has changed so drastically.

The person in my before picture doesn't exist anymore, except in my nightmares. She was everything I feared becoming, and exactly what I allowed to happen to myself.

I was sick...really sick. Emotionally, physically, and in every other way possible. I was self-destructive in the way that an alcoholic can't stop drinking, or a drug abuser can't stop using. I was **** bent, on eating myself to death. To sum up who I had become in one word? Pathetic!

After a family intervention, an eye-opening visit to my Dr's, and a heartfelt long look in the mirror, I decided enough was enough. I started Atkin's.... The rest is history...

I'm down 109 pounds. My Blood pressure is under control. My cholesterol is nearly perfect. My energy is up.My future is brighter than ever, and I love myself again.

I have never stopped thanking God for bringing me to Atkin's and this board. Thank you all for being there for me. I have a way to go yet. But with this WOL, this board, and all the new friendships that I have made. I will get there. I never want to see that woman looking back at me in the mirror again.
I love you all...Thanks for taking the time to read this....

Hugs,Tammy

[Katlam]

Tammy

you are looking so beautiful. Congrats on your lovely new life to come and the year of work you've done to get to this point.

I'm so proud to know you!

Kathy

[Doris M.]

You are an inspiration to me! Hopefully, in one year I can also say that the new me is here to stay and that 100+ pounds are gone!

Congratulations!

[MontanaRebel]

Wow Tammy you are doing awesome!!

I can relate to eating yourself to death...I was definately on that track as well as being a diabetic and having a heart attack in August of last year..

Your a pretty lady and should be proud!! Johnny :guns

[lunazul]

Tammy,

Congrats on a wonderful year! and for doing good things for yourself You have done an amazing job. It's been fun watching your progress. I'll see you in onederland one of these days. I can really relate to your story.

Debby

[is thin possible?]

Blessings to you and a job well done! :hug Hugs!

[jroche5998]

Tammy,

I've said it before and I'll say it again. It has been such a pleasure watching you change and watching your smile grow over the past year.

It just seems that you figured out how to be happy. Now you can enjoy those grand babies for a long long time.

It's been an honor and a privilege.

[punkin50]

ha Congratulations on making it to that one year milestone. :clapping :clapping :clapping :clapping . I will use you as inspiration on my journey to lose my 121 lbs over the next several months

[Laurenfra]

You really have done an awesome job. You are beautiful

[yankee]

I'm hoping to follow in your footsteps. Thanks for the post. I come in here every day for a resolve booster - don't know what I'd do without everyone here!

T~

[lostandfound]

Thank you all so much.... I am looking forward to another awesome year with each of you. Can't imagine my life, without ADBB!!

Hugs, Tammy

[cleochatra]

Happy Atkinsversary, Tammy! You have always been an inspiration to me. You are upliufting, sweet and giving, and I love to hear about your farm.

You don't look like a grandma, either.

Love,

Jamie

[MotherNature]

Tammy.....We are all so very proud of you! We have watched your amazing transformation over the last year and watched you become a completely different person. Keep up the good work and never lose that beautiful smile. :hug

Cathy

[MotherOfGizmo]

Happy Atkinsversary! 109 pounds gone forever, that is an amazing accomplishment! You truly are an inspiration! :hug

[californiacasey]

Congratulations! 109 lbs is a huge achievement! You look 100% better and I’m sure you feel that way too.

Keep up the good work!

:joy