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    I know some of you already know this story, but I rejoined the Iowa National Guard last year. It was one of my goals for my weight loss and one way I gave thanks for the blessing on my health. I picked a new job (Military Intelligence) than the first time I enlisted (Infantry), and it required I be retrained. Originally it was supposed to be only three two-week periods that I could do over two years -- not a big deal. Unfortunately, it has turned into the military version of the Gilligan's Island 3-hour cruise as now the only way to take the course for me is 6 weeks straight in balmy Wisconsin.

    I leave January 7 and return home for sure February 19. I have no idea on my living situation while during school, so I may or may not have Internet access at all. To be honest, I am not counting on having it or at most on the weekends. That is where it affects the board. Normally, Bren and I are the two administrators to help fix whatever needs the users might have with their accounts. Well for the next six weeks, that is only going to be Bren.
    Major kudos to Bren for taking over sole responsibility while I am away.

    Atkins-wise, I have no idea how my eating will go while away at training, but I certainly didn't come this far to return to eating junk or "whites." I may take the absence as time to work on my half marathon goal or read more than I currently. I will however certainly miss this place and many of the friendships I have made, but I will definitely be back.
    Kent - 35-M-6'4"
    HW 429/SW 411/CW 229/GW 225
    Started 3-31-04 - 211 Total pounds down (was 21

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    Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

    Wow Kent is it time for that already.

    I really hope somehow that DI who dropped you from your unit hikes in Germany cause he didn;t want to carry you back is stationed where you are going and you can thank him ofr motivating you to become the healthier smaller fellow you are.

    Have a safe 6 weeks.
    by the book atkinseer

    started 6/1/02 at 313
    goalie 5/04 at 167 with under 15% body fat ADBB Presidents exercise Challenge


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    • #3
      Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

      Wow Kent - what an adventure your amazing weightloss has led you into!

      I look forward to hearing how it went for you. Good luck with the training.
      Wondering how to get 'most' of your net carbs from your induction veggies?
      Take a look at the thread from the latest Veggie Challenge to see how others manage it!



      Check out our Low Carb Recipes website and add to it!!





      F/60 yrs/5ft 5.5" (Though due to collapsing vertebrae I am now only 5'3" - but I refuse to recalculate my BMI )

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      • #4
        Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

        I'll miss you Kent. Stay safe and have fun.
        Female, 46yrs, 5'3"

        Restarted Atkins 09/19/05
        Re-restarted Atkins 03/12/07

        SW198.5/CW215/GW150







        Slug Free 6WEC#21 & 22 & 23

        "Superhuman willpower is not required to do Atkins, only the wisdom to put yourself into a position where you won't need it."

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        • #5
          Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

          It sounds as though you are in for a fantastic adventure Kent. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time.

          Rich
          sigpic260/215/180 Male - 36 y/o

          It never ceases to amaze me of how easy and how effective this ***diet*** is!!




          I have since re-gained a bit of weight, but that is soon to be coming off again!

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          • #6
            Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

            Hurry back Kent!
            6 foot tall/39/Male/NC,USA
            SW 388/CW 376.5/GW 200
            Begin 01/02/06


            :guns:






            "I am going to lose weight. I am going to stay on my diet. I am going to win this battle and get healthy."


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            • #7
              Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

              Man, we'll miss you. All the best.

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              • #8
                Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                Godspeed good friend! Take care of yourself!



                Betty
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                • #9
                  Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                  Wow! Sounds terrific! Have fun and look forward to seeing you back late in Feb!
                  Before and after:






                  PLEDGING FLIGHTS
                  Completed: 1st set of buildings and mountains (Everest,M.Blanc & Kilimanjaro, twice); Tower Masts & Chimneys; More virtual buildings; Challenger's Choice x 2 (volcanos and mountains on Mars). Currently climbing: Mount Snowdon again: 416/475

                  Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
                  F/56yrs/5'.4"
                  SW:77.7 LW:56.5 CW:60.1 (kilos)

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                  • #10
                    Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                    MI huh, thats cool.
                    I know that Bren and Elleth will miss you, but you can bet I will keep Bren hopping. Hummmm....lets see what mischief we can get into while your away.



                    41 pounds down and counting

                    If you don't know where you are going, you will wind up somewhere else. - Yogi Berra

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                    • #11
                      Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                      Originally posted by Desertthorn
                      MI huh, thats cool.
                      I know that Bren and Elleth will miss you, but you can bet I will keep Bren hopping. Hummmm....lets see what mischief we can get into while your away.

                      Not reading this, not reading this, not seeing this, not seeing this!

                      There you go Lynne being all naughty again!

                      Trust me...... I for one will miss Kent more then ANYONE!!
                      Bren
                      female


                      218/150 calling it goal!
                      3/30/03

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                      • #12
                        Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                        I am one of the newbies, so I am sorry that you are leaving before I can really get to know you. Guess I will just have to read some of your old posts til you get back!

                        I wish you all the best and hope that the time flies by quickly. And thank you for your military service!
                        F/5'1"^^^ Start Date: 1/1/06
                        SW 253.5 / CW 222 / GW 110



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                        • #13
                          Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                          Be safe and have a great adventure. We will miss you and look forward to your return.
                          Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



                          Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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                          • #14
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                            Good luck and as a newer member I will look forward to getting to know you better when you get back !!! Stephie
                            Stephie

                            242 /start weight/ currently 231
                            first goal
                            219 , that will be very exciting !!

                            We have a tendency to overestimate what others can do and underestimate ourselves !! author unknown
                            Not anymore !!!

                            Visit my Journal ... Time to get healthy

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                            • #15
                              Re: Will be gone for awhile - 6 weeks

                              Good luck in your endeavours Kent! We'll miss ya!

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