31 pounds gone!!!

[mission to lose]

I have met my mini goal #2 of losing
30# total.
Actually I lost 31#. Now on to the next 15# mini goal
of a 45# loss.

[tish25]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

Congrats! keep up the great work!

[Sunshiny1]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

Great news! I am so happy for you! What are you going to do to treat yourself? You have certainly earned it!

[barrnone]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

congrats mission - how exciting. That's my next mini goal, and I'm so excited to get there! Keep up the excellent progress!

[mission to lose]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

Great news! I am so happy for you! What are you going to do to treat yourself? You have certainly earned it!

Hey Sunshine,
Thanks my Illinois friend...can't wait until I catch up to you!!!

And actually I am not "rewarding" myself yet. To be honest I was actually going to review what I have been doing and see how I can take it up a notch, maybe improve my exercise routine and try out a new recipe.

My REWARD will be at -50#. I am getting a nice massage.

And keep sending that warmer weather up North here. We hit the 70's Saturday!!!

~Mary

[mission to lose]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

Congrats! keep up the great work!

Hey Tish, Thanks a lot! We are both pretty close in our start and current goal weights!

When I hit 199, I will feel like I will be entering a totally new world than I am in now!

[mission to lose]

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congrats mission - how exciting. That's my next mini goal, and I'm so excited to get there! Keep up the excellent progress!

Hi Barrnone,

You are a neighbor, too! LOL.

Hang in there and be strong, those mini goals are so great when they are achieved!

Love your afghan!

~Mary

[barrnone]

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Thanks neighbor I actually have another square on, but haven't loaded the picture yet.

We're also around the same weight...so I'll be watching you...

I think the challenges really help...looks like you're very involved also! I just joined the veggie challenge, I've been journalling/planning for the last hour, trying to get it right - so much fun, so much great food - how can you go wrong.

[Sunshiny1]

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This woe is working very well for you. I have no doubt that you will catch up with me in no time at all. I am starting to slow it down, mainly because of adding all the rungs, adding more carbs, and well, my failure to exercise. I will most likely turn up the heat after the holidays and with any hope, I won't mess it up on our vacation. Doubtful but crazier things have been known to happen.

This weather is nuts! I am not ready for the cold and I can do without the snow. It scares me to death to drive in.

I try new recipies at least every other week. I am off on Wednesday and hope to try one or two new ones then. I am in the mood for some type of muffin.

Getting a massage sounds lovely! You will reach that milestone before you know it.

[Kntrylady]

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Congratulations Mary
Great Job. You'll be at your next goal in no time.

[Sarina D]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

I have met my mini goal #2 of losing
30# total.
Actually I lost 31#. Now on to the next 15# mini goal
of a 45# loss.

WOOOOO HOOOOOOOOO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS MARY!!!!!!

Just look at you go!!!! Wow, you have done a wonderful job and I'm so thrilled for you!

Savour you achievement, you deserve it!

I have no doubt you will meet your next goal!

Thanks for sharing your exciting news, what a great day!

Hugs,
Sarina
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Heaviest weight - 403 lbs. (2007)
April 1, 2008 - 387 lbs. (This is when I initially started to lose weight…but was not on Atkins at this point)
Atkins start weight – 347 lbs. (July 19, 2008 – began Atkins)
1st major goal met -----100 lbs. lost as of Oct 2, 2008 - Hit 300 lbs. on this day – From April 1-08 when I initially begin to lose weight.
2nd major goal met - 151 lbs. lost as of Jan 13, 2009 - Hit 249 lbs. on this day.
3rd major goal met - Wed, May 13-09 - Reached losing 200 lbs. in just over a year and a couple of months.
4th major goal met – Reached “Onederland” June 6-09 – 198 lbs.
5th major goal met - My 1 yr. Atkins anniversary - Weighing 184 lbs. this day
Current weight – 172 lbs.
Goal weight - 150 – 160

My personal journey:

Before and during - From 400 lbs. to 247 lbs. Not done yet!!!

[liv]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

Fantastic - way to be.
You're working it.

[mission to lose]

Re: 31 pounds gone!!!

WOOOOO HOOOOOOOOO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS MARY!!!!!!

Just look at you go!!!! Wow, you have done a wonderful job and I'm so thrilled for you!



Thanks for sharing your exciting news, what a great day!

Hugs,
Sarina
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Hey Sarina,

I REALLY am so excited about this milestone of 31#.REALLY!!!

Do you remember when I first started. I was only on Atkins and the board a few days, and I asked you for advice. When I saw your story, pictures, and success, I told myself this is a real thing that can be achieved! Then you gave me a few thoughts to ponder. The one that stuck was something about you saying "pretend" you are losing weight.

I took that thought one step further telling myself that this is the way I am going to eat now, that there was no other way, and I would do what it took to adapt my eating to situations outside the home as well as in my own safey zone (MY own kitchen.) So I just said this is how I eat, and this is how I will lose weight and get healthier.

So your example and words are what convinced me this can be done...along with Kent Altena. Besides the both of you making such a big change in your life, you both take so much time to help the rest of us along.

Thanks again!
~Mary

[soon2bslim]

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Congratulations!!!!!! WTG!!!!!
With your serious commitment to this WOE, I'm sure you'll get 2 your next mini goal in no time!!!

[chinadoll]

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Congratulations Mary! You are doing so well. 30# is a wonderful accomplishment.