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[susan 54]

My name is Susan. I am 54 years old. I am only 4'8". I am ashamed to say that I weigh 195. This is the first time I've ever admitted that. So, I'm guess I'm at least off to an honest start. I would like to weigh 115. I'm glad to find a chatboard where others are in the same boat. I think I will find the encouragement I need here.

I tried to post a few minutes ago but didn't see my post on the board. I hope I am not submitting a post twice. I am obviously computer challenged.

[blueberrylady]

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Welcome to the board, Susan! You will find all the support and inspiration you need to get to a healthy weight right here. We are all in the same boat so don't be discouraged. We all start at a place we don't want to be, but it gets better, so hang in there. And you will soon get the hang of getting around the forums.

[susan 54]

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Thank you for the encouraging words, blueberry lady. WOW! You're almost at your goal weight. Wish I were, too.

[milfit77]

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Welcome Susan Good Luck on your journey

[susan 54]

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Thank you, Milfit77. Day 2 of Induction has been hard for me. I was in the process of scanning the board with hopes of staying motivated when your message popped up. The timing couldn't have been better! Thank-you! Thank-you! Are you still on Induction?

[milfit77]

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Your welcome! Yes im afraid so. I started two weeks ago, and by all accounts should be off induction, but decided to get back on the band wagon after a bad two day weekend. After i get myself back into ketosis, i plan on moving to OWL rightaway. The first week was really hard for me, but as the days pressed on and the weight dropped, i was encouraged and found i had alot more energy than usual. This site has really helped me stay motivated. that and the scale

[Georgiana]

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Welcome to the board, Susan! It all gets easier after the first few days, so hang in there. I'm sure you'll do great!

[Sunny_0ne]

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Welcome, Susan.

In starting Atkins, you've started down the road to that 115 pound goal. It IS possible and you CAN do it!

[susan 54]

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Thank you for the encouraging words, Sunny One! These first few days have been hard but I'm sticking in there thanks to those like you who are there to cheer me on.

[Koober101]

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Welcome Susan !

No need to feel ashamed, were all in the same boat.

As that was your first time saying your weight it looks like its
a first step in the right direction : )

You have found the best board and support group in this site so
feel yourself lucky.

Its not magic, but by following the rules, and getting back up when / if
you slip are important.

I beileve that water and daily workouts are two HUGE keys to the program
in addition to the way of eating, even a moderate walk is better then
nothing : )

Again Welcome and see you around here !

[susan 54]

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Hi Koober101,

Thank-you for your encouraging words. This is day 6 for me and thankfully I'm feeling great! I'm having a problem today, though. It's a new problem I've never had before. I want to see how much I weigh. Can you believe that??!!?? I'm trying to wait until the 1st of each month to weigh. However, I may have to weigh today. I can tell I've lost some belly fat and I may just have to hop on those scales and see what they say.

I see you've recently started Atkins, too. We'll have to keep up with each other's progress. Looks like you're off to a great start! Keep up the good work.

I hope to have my weight loss ticker online soon. I'm going to have my daughter help me.