2007 Read The Book Challenge

[jimmie 48]

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i know that there are some places and things that can be done free or almost free.

when i had my cholesterol checked, it was actually by a technician at a walmart, of all places. i think i remember paying $12 or so. b/p machines are set up in walmarts, meijers and probably other stores like CVS or Walgreens. at least that's a couple tests that can get done.

we have insurance now so it might be worth checking into what it would cost me to have a check up. my mom taught us that if you aint' sick you don't need a doctor. i guess that's infused in my brain.

[sallyseachange]

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Yes... I'm a bit that way too... kinda, "don't take the car to the mechanic if it still runs"!!! (and my dad was a doctor! He did tend to think half his patients were hyperchondriacs though)

[SunnySmile501]

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Just wanted to give you great people an update. I took my book to the hospital yesterday, but was too nervous and too much was going on for me to read. We are a big family, and there were 25 people there from all over the USA. The good news is that my brother came through the surgery with flying colors. They were able to remove ALL of the tumor, instead of only part of it. He was awake, talking and able to move all extremities and correctly identify objects by 9:00 p.m. last night! He's still in ICU, but doing well. Thank you all for your prayers and good thoughts!

Sunny!

[jimmie 48]

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very very good news, sunny!!!!! thank you for sharing that with us! it's a good day!

[Sherri]

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Hey, chicks.

I have to say that I have renewed respect for Dr. A. He was a pioneer for controlled carb lifestyle when it wasn't cool. He had to of been clobered by the critics. I admire him for sticking to his personal beliefs and motivation to change a slow to change this diet nation.

The other thing that is stated over & over again in the beginning of part 2 is that if you are on diabetic treatment, your meds will change because the fuel burning of your body will change and thus insulin will be affected. To be so confident about his beliefs is admirable. Even with proof sources, it would be hard to go against the norm.

interesting.

I agree with you Buffy! I too have a great respect for Dr.A. As far as the diebetes refference. I am a true example of what Dr. Atkins was talking about when it came to diabetes. When I first began Atkins 3 1/2 years ago I was suffering from Type-2 diabetes. After being on induction and extended induction for 48 days. I no longer required the two types of medication my doctor had me on for my diabetes. It simply went away. To this day, I control my diabetes with the Atkins lifestyle. This benefit, along with many more, is why I continue with this lifestyle.

[jimmie 48]

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I agree with you Buffy! I too have a great respect for Dr.A. As far as the diebetes refference. I am a true example of what Dr. Atkins was talking about when it came to diabetes. When I first began Atkins 3 1/2 years ago I was suffering from Type-2 diabetes. After being on induction and extended induction for 48 days. I no longer required the two types of medication my doctor had me on for my diabetes. It simply went away. To this day, I control my diabetes with the Atkins lifestyle. This benefit, along with many more, is why I continue with this lifestyle.

sherri, i don't recall if you ever posted in the "what's your excuse" thread but i sure wish you would! what you said right there is a most excellent reason for not eating junk! you can get to that thread by clicking the link in my siggy. so many of us have excuses like wanting to fit out butt in a cool pair of jeans and so on but that right there, what you posted is a most awesome reason for sticking this plan.
I APPLAUD YOU!

[hopejoy]

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I thought it was too late to do homework... can I still do it and get credit? or is it too late for that? Sorry I'm such a late bird.
liz

[Sherri]

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Thank you Jimmie! Not only do I not require medication for diabetes but also high blood pressure. It normalized after a year of Atkins lifestyle and continues to stay in check. It's so nice to not have to prick my finger everyday and have the conerns that go along with the monitoring of the disease. I would rather monitor what goes in my mouth rather than diabetes any day! I'll check and see if I posted in "what's your excuse", thought I did, but will double check.

[jimmie 48]

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I thought it was too late to do homework... can I still do it and get credit? or is it too late for that? Sorry I'm such a late bird.
liz

BY ALL MEANS, DO THE HOMEWORK AND THEN COME REPORT YOU GOT IT DONE!

make sure ya'll tell me what part the homework is for. now that we're in part two, i might get things confused. it's a short road my friends, it's a very short road.

[sillygirl]

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I managed to read a few pages today. I will finish up the reading and do my homework tomorrow!

Everyone enjoying the book?

[jimmie 48]

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i am but didn't get to read at all today! maybe i'll get a chapter in after i get back with ds.

[guekjian]

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I am stoked about this challenge. I realize I had read the book a couple of times, but never with this level of concentration! I obviously missed out on a few things the other times around! Part II homework almost done...probably will finish before bed tonight.

[hopejoy]

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Just wanted to say that today, I put on my bikini after my walk and shower (washed my hair) and then sat in the in the sun reading my Atkins book for about an hour! It felt so nice and relaxing sitting there in the sun and enjoying the lovely day! I needed that! And the book! It's so great AGAIN! really glad I'm re-reading it. Okay Jimmie, will get on that homework pronto!
liz

[jimmie 48]

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i'm really glad to see so many getting so much out of this challenge. i'm right there with ya!
i think every time i read the whole book or even just parts that apply, i learn something new.
i didn't get anything else read today. the trip to cleveland was on then delayed and then on again. tomorrow i'll be reading again and finding the durn answers to becky's fill in the blanks. lolol
i've got the answer sheet but trust me, i'm trying to find the answer just like y'all have to do.

[sallyseachange]

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Just wanted to give you great people an update. I took my book to the hospital yesterday, but was too nervous and too much was going on for me to read. We are a big family, and there were 25 people there from all over the USA. The good news is that my brother came through the surgery with flying colors. They were able to remove ALL of the tumor, instead of only part of it. He was awake, talking and able to move all extremities and correctly identify objects by 9:00 p.m. last night! He's still in ICU, but doing well. Thank you all for your prayers and good thoughts!

Sunny!

So glad to hear this good news Sunny!