Hello From Dana

[pandora]

Hi Everyone -

I'm Dana, and I'm starting Phase I today. I'd like to lose about 35 pounds (I think; will see as the pounds drop) and am adopting this eating style for a lifetime.

I started SB about a year ago and had good initial results, but I didn't stick with it. Of course, the weight came back as my terrible eating returned. I love beer, I love sweets & carbs, I detest exercise and my figure shows it. Wow. Who is that frumpy woman in the mirror?
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This morning marks a turning point in my eating and in my life. I'm tired of treating life like a spectator sport. I'm tired of being embarrassed about how I look. I want energy, optimism, self-respect, good health and cute clothes. I'm turning this doughy, passive couch-potato into a lean, mean energy machine!

I've ignored my physical health so completely, that I almost feel like I'm overcoming an illness. It feels great to wake up and start down this wonderful new path. I look forward to meeting you all!

[mythreesons]

Hi Dana! I started today also. Just wanted to extend a hello and good luck!

[pandora]

Thanks, mythreesons! How'd you do today? I made chili last night, knowing I could have it today, and eating was a piece of cake (er, so to speak!).

Thanks for the warm welcome.

[french]

Welcome to the beach

best of luck on your quest, There are alot of great people here on the board all willing to help out with any questions you may have..
French

[pandora]

Thanks, French! From the last time I started SB (I fell off the wagon - hard!), I remember Phase 1 as the worst. But boy, did it get rid of those carb cravings & water weight. And what's two measly weeks in the rest of our lives, right?

I look forward to chatting with ya.

[emalady]

Hi Dana,
I also want to lose 35 pounds and its been about 4 years since I last lost significant weight.
Good luck to both of us!
Andrea

[Tiny T]

welcome to all!....I've been slacking on the posting this week, and see I've missed TONS of new people starting....but hey...I'm here now...how's it going for everyone? Anyone have any questions?....we're here for ya!