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Melly · 09-05-2005, 06:07 PM

here ya go

gettenthere · 09-05-2005, 06:14 PM

Melly how about that I'm first

have a great day will post later.Its back to home schooling so wont be able to post as much but will sure try.
gettenthere

09-05-2005, 06:57 PM

Geesh Melly..about time too!

crado · 09-05-2005, 07:42 PM

yeah melly...
we waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited...(never have been one to go overboard....

)

atkins is my prefered weight loss regime

09-05-2005, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crado

yeah melly...
we waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited...(never have been one to go overboard....

)

Yeah..and let me tell you, Tony gets waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay cranky when he has to wait that long!

geesh!

crado · 09-05-2005, 08:16 PM

oh yeah...and why are we called "new thread"...
it does have a ring about it tho'...

said by "JAWS"

Just for fun!..what was your nickname in High School...from family or friends! (not a mean name..one from those who liked/loved you!)

I was "Mandibles" in school.."Louie" at home

Mandibles...cuz u ate every thing in sight?
Louie...as in louie the fly...<sings>louie the fly...louie the fly..straight from rubbish tip to you..a mortein TV add that has been running forever in aussie..

my nick was...boney tony...it was true....and when i turn the clock back it will be true again....

lesson for the day.....
to make a slim jim float...
roll it..roll it some more...roll it again...make it nice and thin..
fold it...fold it...fold it just so..
put it in the ocean and watch it go........(lure completed..u r minced bacon..red rover all over...i am the top dog)

you know? i have seen steel float

..............(how hard would it be to make a slim jim float-i have the brain back...there will be no more mind melding experiments for me baby)alpha male...alpha male..

09-05-2005, 09:54 PM

Quote:

..u r minced bacon..

You know as well as I do that if I were minced bacon, you'd be putty in my hands Mwahahahahahahahahaha

Signed...The keeper of our brain FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gettenthere · 09-06-2005, 04:52 AM

Hi Melly,
Our we the new thread now? have a full day so will post again. Any news of Cheri hope she is feeling great. Roro I remeber you each day in my prayers

all around take care and keep on posting.
gettenthere

Melly · 09-06-2005, 08:26 AM

DawnaG · 09-06-2005, 09:29 AM

Hello~
I am back! and day 1 of induction... Oh Lord help me I hate induction! But I am gonna do it .

I don't get to go workout this week the ymca is closed for cleanup etc. they do that once a year... I am gonna miss workin out with my elderly friends.. I am just gonna have to get over it until next Monday.

Melly I know what you mean about glued to the tv. Steve made me turn it off for awhile... I was gettin way 2 emotional! I wanted to go ever there and hunt down the scum raping those babies! I have been really praying for those people. 2000 of them are coming today to Oklahoma not to far from me some are already in the city. Bless their hearts I just hate eveything that has happened.

Well I love yall and I will be posting now.... I know I know I have said that before but I promise this time.

DawnaG · 09-06-2005, 09:30 AM

Oh by the way I weighed in at 181.8 this am ~ how awful is that!

crado · 09-06-2005, 09:44 AM

New exercise routine if you're over 40 (ish)
You might want to take it easy at first, then do it faster as you become more proficient. It may be too strenuous for some.

Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program!

SCROLL DOWN

NOW SCROLL UP..

That's enough for the first day. Great job.

Have a wine!!! (or cuppa tea and a lie down)

DawnaG · 09-06-2005, 10:00 AM

Tony! lol how funny~ you are a mess!

DawnaG · 09-06-2005, 10:00 AM

NOw get your tail up and go chase a kangaroo or something ............

Melly · 09-06-2005, 11:16 AM

ROFLAMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ATony you are a nut

cheri · 09-06-2005, 05:14 PM

I went to the doctor today and am happy to say they took out my catheter... I am so glad... 4 weeks just seems so long but I made it! I am so glad to be rid of my little "friend"... They didn't do what I thought they would which was fill my bladder up and turn the xray machine on to check for leaks... my doctor was confident that 4 weeks with the catheter would be enough and if there is a leak again that would mean another surgery.... What they did was fill my bladder up with saline... it was extremely painful and the nurse said that it shouldn't of hurt that much... but I told her being I drove my boys to school this morning and parked in the parking lot that was kind of far from the office my bladder was already sore and inflamed from alot of movement... Anyway.... they filled my bladder and then took out the catheter and made sure I could "go".. which I did... right now I am not sure if what I am feeling is normal or not... I feel like I do when I have a bladder infection.. I feel like I have to "go" all the time but when I try I can't... anyone that has had a bladder infection knows what I mean... but I think maybe by tomorrow I will feel more normal...

I want to thank everyone for the support you have given me... This surgery and recovery has been the toughest thing I have ever had to go through. Your concern and well wishes really has helped me through so much... Thank you again!!

Love you all!!

cheri

gettenthere · 09-06-2005, 06:15 PM

Cheri!

so happy for you now all you need is to get some rest and you will be just fine

gettenthere

09-06-2005, 08:39 PM

The discomfort, Cheri, would probably be due to your urethra being irritated from the catherter..removing it would have sloughed off the top layer of epithelial cells and so it may feel a litte sensitive for a few days ..hang in there..it'll go. Glad you got it out

GTSY again Dawna

Tony..you're a nut..but a fun nut

Later gang

Mandy
xoxo's

crado · 09-07-2005, 12:08 AM

hi all..
hi cheri...hope u r on the mend!

hi melly..

hi dawna...have a pleasant induction..

Quote:

Originally Posted by DawnaG

Well I love yall and I will be posting now.... I know I have said that before but I promise this time.

we might as well keep you up to it..

Quote:

Originally Posted by DawnaG

Oh by the way I weighed in at 181.8 this am ~ how awful is that!

that is neither here nor there..just a scale weight..your mind will make it either good or bad...if you let it!

have a peaceful night louie?

..couldn't get in chat tonight until late...aus must not have been speaking to usa for a couple of hours..

crado · 09-07-2005, 12:09 AM

i see your green light DawnaG...rymes with hehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehe

gettenthere · 09-07-2005, 05:21 AM

good Morning every one,
Busy busy busy day again but thats good keeps me moving and out of trouble
trying to get my 4L of water in I'm on my 10th day of induction and then its going to be up the lader 5carbs at a time may be I should stay 5carbs for a month before I up it again any ideas.
Hope every one is feeling fine

love you all thanks for all the support Melly how's it going

Cardo with you posting may be we will make it to 3-4 pages you're a hoot

Have a great day all
gettenthere

DawnaG · 09-07-2005, 07:47 AM

Good Morning ~
thank you Tony for the inspiration... Love ya!

I am up and at em! I have to meet my goal by Christmas to lose 25 pounds... Not only that but I want to stick to something and work hard for once insted of being a screw up and throwing in the towel like before...

well on to my day

09-07-2005, 08:03 AM

Quote:

have a peaceful night louie? ..couldn't get in chat tonight until late...aus must not have been speaking to usa for a couple of hours..

Missed you in chat last night...it's just not the same when you can't get there tony! And yes, I had a nice evening..went for a very long walk in the dark with 'kerpal'..lol

Dawna..looks like you are ready and raring to do this now! Hold on to that enthusiasm!!!!!

I soooooooooo need coffee..be back later

M
xoxo's

DawnaG · 09-07-2005, 09:55 AM

Thanks Mandy and yes I am very very motivated... I am doing my own program though, I have to find something I will live with the rest of my life... I am completley cutting out all white stuff~ flour, sugar, potatoes etc. and I am limiting other starches to 2 serv. a day. and I have a carb control yogurt for breakfast wish me luck~ I bought the fitday pc to keep me on track~

I am very very excited about regaining my health!

Love 2 all~

roro · 09-07-2005, 10:49 AM

sorry I havent been around, but this weekend was hell on earth. I went to another place my PT works at so she could get a second opinion from her mentor, and they both worked on me. That was friday. I was in severe pain from friday to yesterday. They assured me that it was just because they did so much work on me, but I don't know if I believe them yet.

Anyway, I feel a little better now.

Good things are happening. work is fun, I can't wait to go everyday, look forward to it. rehearsals have been a blast. I lost 20 pounds and am down to about a size 8-10. I am wearing 7's today, but there are still some 9's that don't fit, so I don't really know what size I am. Dang women's inconsistent sizes

I have been eating lowcarb for the most part, and having the help of appetite suppression form not feeling well. I am eating healthy now.

Cheri, its good to hear that catheter is out. I continue to pray for you and hope you feel better soon.

gettenthere · 09-07-2005, 12:28 PM

roro so happy for you take care
gettenthere

that1redhead · 09-07-2005, 01:13 PM

Hey gang. Wednesday already. Wow. I could get used to 4 day weeks.

Roro - glad you are having fun. Take care of yourself, remember you have to look out for #1

Cheri - you are free, hurray! I am sure every day will continue to be better

Melly - Hi girl. What is up? You are pretty quiet lately

Mandy - Better cut back on the coffee and start on more water. Ha. Just Kiddin' I am a diet coke addict so go ahead and have some coffee

Dawna - you are so motivating. I need someone going whole hog like you to encourage me

Tony - People at work still call me Lena or Red. I listen to both. BTW - I love your exercise routine. I am only 35 but can I use it?

Gettinthere - I always keep my carbs as low as possible. Good job on doing induction again. I have a hard time keeping away from legal treats like nuts and such. don't know if I could do induction again.

Guess what? We are thinking about putting an addition on our house. I am so excited. I don't know if we will actually do it but DH says we can check into it. We would remodel our bedrooms and add on to give us 3 bedrooms, a big bathroom, and a laundry room. Now we only have 2 small bedrooms and a tiny bath upstairs. The boys share a room and it is a cramped 9x12 room let me tell you. Is it wrong to pray to be able to afford it? Feels wrong with all the hurricane victims and such with no place to live.

My husbands aunt asked me about atkins and I got her started on it. She is so excited. she has lost weight (not sure how much) and able to fit into her clothes. She is so happy about it.

Better get some work done.

mimi · 09-07-2005, 05:09 PM

Why is she posting? *heads spinning?*. Well, I talked to Bubba, my favorite Katrina victim. So I’m dutifully here on his behalf, thanking those who inquired about his wellness. He is, in fact doing ‘well’. Monday his power was restored, and his spirits seemed nearly normal. He drove an hour from home and got groceries recently, an

09-05-2005, 07:42 PM	#4
crado MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: A PLEASANT PLACE (south australia) Posts: 1,032 Gallery: crado Stats: 241/241/200 WOE: moderate Atkins Start Date: 29 march 04	we did we did we did>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> yeah melly... we waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited...(never have been one to go overboard.... ) atkins is my prefered weight loss regime

09-06-2005, 09:29 AM	#10
DawnaG MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,300 Gallery: DawnaG Stats: 184.4/184.4/130.0 WOE: atkins Induction/but not limiting veggies Start Date: 6-27-07	Hello~ I am back! and day 1 of induction... Oh Lord help me I hate induction! But I am gonna do it . I don't get to go workout this week the ymca is closed for cleanup etc. they do that once a year... I am gonna miss workin out with my elderly friends.. I am just gonna have to get over it until next Monday. Melly I know what you mean about glued to the tv. Steve made me turn it off for awhile... I was gettin way 2 emotional! I wanted to go ever there and hunt down the scum raping those babies! I have been really praying for those people. 2000 of them are coming today to Oklahoma not to far from me some are already in the city. Bless their hearts I just hate eveything that has happened. Well I love yall and I will be posting now.... I know I know I have said that before but I promise this time. __________________ Dawna~

09-06-2005, 09:44 AM	#12
crado MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: A PLEASANT PLACE (south australia) Posts: 1,032 Gallery: crado Stats: 241/241/200 WOE: moderate Atkins Start Date: 29 march 04	Beginner's Exercise,,,,,,,,,,,,, New exercise routine if you're over 40 (ish) You might want to take it easy at first, then do it faster as you become more proficient. It may be too strenuous for some. Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program! SCROLL DOWN NOW SCROLL UP.. That's enough for the first day. Great job. Have a wine!!! (or cuppa tea and a lie down)

09-06-2005, 05:14 PM	#16
cheri Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Illinois Posts: 15,299 Gallery: cheri Stats: Over 130 pounds lost!	I went to the doctor today and am happy to say they took out my catheter... I am so glad... 4 weeks just seems so long but I made it! I am so glad to be rid of my little "friend"... They didn't do what I thought they would which was fill my bladder up and turn the xray machine on to check for leaks... my doctor was confident that 4 weeks with the catheter would be enough and if there is a leak again that would mean another surgery.... What they did was fill my bladder up with saline... it was extremely painful and the nurse said that it shouldn't of hurt that much... but I told her being I drove my boys to school this morning and parked in the parking lot that was kind of far from the office my bladder was already sore and inflamed from alot of movement... Anyway.... they filled my bladder and then took out the catheter and made sure I could "go".. which I did... right now I am not sure if what I am feeling is normal or not... I feel like I do when I have a bladder infection.. I feel like I have to "go" all the time but when I try I can't... anyone that has had a bladder infection knows what I mean... but I think maybe by tomorrow I will feel more normal... I want to thank everyone for the support you have given me... This surgery and recovery has been the toughest thing I have ever had to go through. Your concern and well wishes really has helped me through so much... Thank you again!! Love you all!! cheri __________________ My Low Carb Story Check out the Newbiesite The Newbiesite has a LOT of information... the rules for induction... acceptable food list...a carb/nutritional counter.. Menu samples.. FAQ... Fitday to track your progress, several tools no matter what phase of lowcarbing you are in and a whole lot more. It is a great site for newbies as well as the seasoned lowcarber. I would gladly weigh 300 pounds if I could be a size 6 (don't forget to measure... its the inches that show!) . Don't be a victim of Dieters remorse.. Don't cheat.. stay on plan!

09-07-2005, 05:09 PM	#28
mimi Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: 'the 24' Posts: 788 Gallery: mimi Stats: lost 100+ currently don't obsess at the scale WOE: Atkins OWL Start Date: 7/5/03	Corn, my snug skirt, and Katrina Why is she posting? heads spinning?. Well, I talked to Bubba, my favorite Katrina victim. So I’m dutifully here on his behalf, thanking those who inquired about his wellness. He is, in fact doing ‘well’. Monday his power was restored, and his spirits seemed nearly normal. He drove an hour from home and got groceries recently, an

09-05-2005, 06:07 PM	#1
Melly Its all about me! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: La La Land Usually Posts: 6,779 Gallery: Melly Stats: CRAP!!/not there yet/comfortable WOE: WW - Core Start Date: June 9, 2003	Kilos 4 Life week of Sept 5th here ya go Last edited by Melly : 09-05-2005 at 06:16 PM.

09-05-2005, 06:14 PM	#2
gettenthere MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada Posts: 1,133 Gallery: gettenthere Stats: 316/160/180/201/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 31st, 2003	Melly how about that I'm first have a great day will post later.Its back to home schooling so wont be able to post as much but will sure try. gettenthere

09-05-2005, 06:57 PM	#3
MandyDee Guest Posts: n/a Gallery: MandyDee	Geesh Melly..about time too!

09-05-2005, 08:16 PM	#6
crado MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: A PLEASANT PLACE (south australia) Posts: 1,032 Gallery: crado Stats: 241/241/200 WOE: moderate Atkins Start Date: 29 march 04	oh yeah...and why are we called "new thread"... it does have a ring about it tho'... said by "JAWS" Just for fun!..what was your nickname in High School...from family or friends! (not a mean name..one from those who liked/loved you!) I was "Mandibles" in school.."Louie" at home Mandibles...cuz u ate every thing in sight? Louie...as in louie the fly...<sings>louie the fly...louie the fly..straight from rubbish tip to you..a mortein TV add that has been running forever in aussie.. my nick was...boney tony...it was true....and when i turn the clock back it will be true again.... lesson for the day..... to make a slim jim float... roll it..roll it some more...roll it again...make it nice and thin.. fold it...fold it...fold it just so.. put it in the ocean and watch it go........(lure completed..u r minced bacon..red rover all over...i am the top dog) you know? i have seen steel float ..............(how hard would it be to make a slim jim float-i have the brain back...there will be no more mind melding experiments for me baby)alpha male...alpha male..

09-06-2005, 04:52 AM	#8
gettenthere MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada Posts: 1,133 Gallery: gettenthere Stats: 316/160/180/201/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 31st, 2003	Hi Melly, Our we the new thread now? have a full day so will post again. Any news of Cheri hope she is feeling great. Roro I remeber you each day in my prayers all around take care and keep on posting. gettenthere

09-06-2005, 08:26 AM	#9
Melly Its all about me! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: La La Land Usually Posts: 6,779 Gallery: Melly Stats: CRAP!!/not there yet/comfortable WOE: WW - Core Start Date: June 9, 2003

09-06-2005, 09:30 AM	#11
DawnaG MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,300 Gallery: DawnaG Stats: 184.4/184.4/130.0 WOE: atkins Induction/but not limiting veggies Start Date: 6-27-07	Oh by the way I weighed in at 181.8 this am ~ how awful is that!

09-06-2005, 10:00 AM	#13
DawnaG MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,300 Gallery: DawnaG Stats: 184.4/184.4/130.0 WOE: atkins Induction/but not limiting veggies Start Date: 6-27-07	Tony! lol how funny~ you are a mess!

09-06-2005, 11:16 AM	#15
Melly Its all about me! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: La La Land Usually Posts: 6,779 Gallery: Melly Stats: CRAP!!/not there yet/comfortable WOE: WW - Core Start Date: June 9, 2003	ROFLAMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ATony you are a nut

09-06-2005, 06:15 PM	#17
gettenthere MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada Posts: 1,133 Gallery: gettenthere Stats: 316/160/180/201/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 31st, 2003	Cheri! so happy for you now all you need is to get some rest and you will be just fine gettenthere

09-06-2005, 08:39 PM	#18
MandyDee Guest Posts: n/a Gallery: MandyDee	The discomfort, Cheri, would probably be due to your urethra being irritated from the catherter..removing it would have sloughed off the top layer of epithelial cells and so it may feel a litte sensitive for a few days ..hang in there..it'll go. Glad you got it out GTSY again Dawna Tony..you're a nut..but a fun nut Later gang Mandy xoxo's

09-07-2005, 12:09 AM	#20
crado MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: A PLEASANT PLACE (south australia) Posts: 1,032 Gallery: crado Stats: 241/241/200 WOE: moderate Atkins Start Date: 29 march 04	i see your green light DawnaG...rymes with hehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehe

09-07-2005, 05:21 AM	#21
gettenthere MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada Posts: 1,133 Gallery: gettenthere Stats: 316/160/180/201/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 31st, 2003	good Morning every one, Busy busy busy day again but thats good keeps me moving and out of trouble trying to get my 4L of water in I'm on my 10th day of induction and then its going to be up the lader 5carbs at a time may be I should stay 5carbs for a month before I up it again any ideas. Hope every one is feeling fine love you all thanks for all the support Melly how's it going Cardo with you posting may be we will make it to 3-4 pages you're a hoot Have a great day all gettenthere

09-07-2005, 07:47 AM	#22
DawnaG MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,300 Gallery: DawnaG Stats: 184.4/184.4/130.0 WOE: atkins Induction/but not limiting veggies Start Date: 6-27-07	Good Morning ~ thank you Tony for the inspiration... Love ya! I am up and at em! I have to meet my goal by Christmas to lose 25 pounds... Not only that but I want to stick to something and work hard for once insted of being a screw up and throwing in the towel like before... well on to my day

09-07-2005, 09:55 AM	#24
DawnaG MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,300 Gallery: DawnaG Stats: 184.4/184.4/130.0 WOE: atkins Induction/but not limiting veggies Start Date: 6-27-07	Thanks Mandy and yes I am very very motivated... I am doing my own program though, I have to find something I will live with the rest of my life... I am completley cutting out all white stuff~ flour, sugar, potatoes etc. and I am limiting other starches to 2 serv. a day. and I have a carb control yogurt for breakfast wish me luck~ I bought the fitday pc to keep me on track~ I am very very excited about regaining my health! Love 2 all~

09-07-2005, 10:49 AM	#25
roro Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: columbia, maryland Posts: 10,315 Gallery: roro Stats: 165/132/132 WOE: atkins Start Date: 12-29-2000	sorry I havent been around, but this weekend was hell on earth. I went to another place my PT works at so she could get a second opinion from her mentor, and they both worked on me. That was friday. I was in severe pain from friday to yesterday. They assured me that it was just because they did so much work on me, but I don't know if I believe them yet. Anyway, I feel a little better now. Good things are happening. work is fun, I can't wait to go everyday, look forward to it. rehearsals have been a blast. I lost 20 pounds and am down to about a size 8-10. I am wearing 7's today, but there are still some 9's that don't fit, so I don't really know what size I am. Dang women's inconsistent sizes I have been eating lowcarb for the most part, and having the help of appetite suppression form not feeling well. I am eating healthy now. Cheri, its good to hear that catheter is out. I continue to pray for you and hope you feel better soon.

09-07-2005, 12:28 PM	#26
gettenthere MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada Posts: 1,133 Gallery: gettenthere Stats: 316/160/180/201/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 31st, 2003	roro so happy for you take care gettenthere

09-07-2005, 01:13 PM	#27
that1redhead Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Dakota Posts: 3,387 Gallery: that1redhead Stats: 235/145 restart 225/209/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 1/8/04	Hey gang. Wednesday already. Wow. I could get used to 4 day weeks. Roro - glad you are having fun. Take care of yourself, remember you have to look out for #1 Cheri - you are free, hurray! I am sure every day will continue to be better Melly - Hi girl. What is up? You are pretty quiet lately Mandy - Better cut back on the coffee and start on more water. Ha. Just Kiddin' I am a diet coke addict so go ahead and have some coffee Dawna - you are so motivating. I need someone going whole hog like you to encourage me Tony - People at work still call me Lena or Red. I listen to both. BTW - I love your exercise routine. I am only 35 but can I use it? Gettinthere - I always keep my carbs as low as possible. Good job on doing induction again. I have a hard time keeping away from legal treats like nuts and such. don't know if I could do induction again. Guess what? We are thinking about putting an addition on our house. I am so excited. I don't know if we will actually do it but DH says we can check into it. We would remodel our bedrooms and add on to give us 3 bedrooms, a big bathroom, and a laundry room. Now we only have 2 small bedrooms and a tiny bath upstairs. The boys share a room and it is a cramped 9x12 room let me tell you. Is it wrong to pray to be able to afford it? Feels wrong with all the hurricane victims and such with no place to live. My husbands aunt asked me about atkins and I got her started on it. She is so excited. she has lost weight (not sure how much) and able to fit into her clothes. She is so happy about it. Better get some work done.