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[Anonymous]

HI
My name is Sandi, IM a widow, 46 years old with 3 boys (11.14, and 23 year old) I have over 200 to lose. I just got out of the hospital for blood clots to the lungs, which the Drs. say I am lucky to be alive.
I am on blood thinners now. It was really scary.
I had before wanted to go on Atkins and now I am totally committed. I am an emotional eater and that will be the hardest for me to deal with.
My boys are Learning disabled and I have to spend a lot of time sitting with them doing homework, etc.
Total is my first day and I think I did OK, I know I need to drink more water, but other then that I stuck with it.
Hoping to get to know you all
Sandi

[ElwayFan1965]

Hello Sandi :wave,

Welcome to the ha ! Glad to hear that your doing better now. The boards are loaded with information, recipes and support. Wishing you the best.

[dreamof145]

Welcome Sandi.

CONGRATULATIONS on your first day of this new WOE. So happy you found our happy family. This is a fantastic place to get encouragement as you get healthy and lose excess weight. It doesn't matter how much you have to lose, you are not alone. Many of us started with a lot to lose (I had 140 to lose when I began). Everyone here is extremely supportive and willing to offer advice.

We have the CC club that you might want to check out. Also get inspiration from the success stories. Best wishes and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Also, if you haven't read the book, make sure you get the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution edition 2002. You can purchase it at Walmart for under $7.

[westtexassweetie]

Hi everyone

Hi :wave my name is Leslie and Im a newbie to atkins. I started 2 days ago and so far going well for me. I like other people who struggle with a weight problem has tried every diet out there. I was amazed at all the success stories with atkins and that got me all fired up and I am determined to do it with atkins. I am 39yr mother of 3 and married to my best friend. I will turn 40 this year and I want to go into that phase of my life a thin person. I need to lose about 100lbs. I can honestly say that on my second day of this program I have had more energy. :joy I just want to say best of luck to everyone on the program. :dancing

[Kimmmie]

hi sandi!

just wanted to say hi and wish you luck on your new way of life. i'm new to this forum also, but everyone seems really supportive and great. i know we can totally do. i'm proud of you for taking the first step towards health!

take care,

Kimmmie

[Anonymous]

thanks for the welcome

Thanks
ElwayFan1965
dreamof145
westtexassweetie
Kimmmie
and everyone for the warm welcome
:joy
Best wishes for all on their journey
We can do it together!!!
sandi

[jroche5998]

Hi Sandi, welcome to the board. Congratulations on taking the first steps towards a new smaller healthier you. You sound like you have a lot to deal with, but that's what we're here for, to offer encouraging words and motivation.

Good luck with everything.

[Anonymous]

thanks Jim

for the welcome
I have alotto deal with and i hope, being a emotional eater i dont mess up
sandi