Here I Go Again

midri · 08-16-2011, 08:18 AM

Hi everyone.

I am sort of new here.....I joined in 2002 and visit the boards every day but never post. Somehow have managed to gain 150 pounds during that time (and I was already around 180 to begin with). Yay me? No, not really.

Anyway, I've decided to get my butt off the couch and start working out and eating well. I didn't get really fat until the last 3 years or so, but in 2002 I graduated from college (lots of walking and time for the gym) and began my career (sitting at my desk all day, lucky to take a break at all). During that time I've gained and lost 100+ lbs TWICE. Third time's a charm!?

When I am thin I am NOT a lazy person. But right now I am lazy because I simply can't do things I want to do. It's been harder and harder to be lazy though because I have a 2 year old son and a 1 year old daughter (born 13 months apart). Yikes! And I want more, so time to get serious. Plus, there are simply no cute clothes in my size and I can't handle that.

Now that I have two sweet children to live for, it's very important that I get this weight off soon. I don't want to be "the fat mom" when they start school. I don't want to miss out on things because of my weight. I guess what started this was my husband was posting pictures of our summer on Facebook and there was not one picture of me. I just shy away from the camera constantly....how heartbreaking for my family to have lots of pictures but none of mom because she's too fat. This is unacceptable and I need to fix it now before I'm dead from my horrible case of sleep apnea.

So that's me in a nutshell. I hope I can get some support and feedback here because I have a long road ahead of me. Thanks for reading.

Riatha · 08-16-2011, 01:40 PM

Welcome! This group is really supportive.

I've been posting in the daily weigh in thread... it helps keep me accountable. I don't like the scale and it is NOT my friend, but the accountability is a good thing.

It's nice to meet you!

Phranquie · 08-16-2011, 02:40 PM

Welcome Midri! Lots of us here have lost and then gained lots of weight and are back here successfully losing. I can totally relate to not have cute clothes to wear when you get over a certain size. I have had a few bumps along the way and am using those to learn a new way to eat for life. I too have a lot to lose but look at my loss in smaller increments so it does not seem so overwhelming. Joining a daily group is also very helpful not only for the accountability but for the support and understanding from people who do get what you are going through. Jump in and join a group, all are welcome. Good luck on your LC journey.

TXLoser · 08-17-2011, 05:24 AM

Glad you finally decided to post..no more lurking!!

It is a long journey, but so worth it

Mini goals with non-food rewards..that helps with the journey

Maja · 08-17-2011, 05:47 AM

Welcome

I can totally relate to not wanting to be "the fat mom" when kiddos start school. I have one more year to go before mine go to kindergarten so I have to get serious about losing and keeping it off.
You can do this

!!

SusieT · 08-17-2011, 10:37 AM

So glad you are here! You can do this!

Sequins · 08-18-2011, 09:23 AM

Welcome aboard! I think many of us here (myself included) can relate to many aspects of your story. I've lost 150 and regained, I have a 13 year old son who thinks I'm lame.

I want to ride roller coasters, I want my knees not to hurt. I don't want to exist--I want to live.

This is where we start!

08-16-2011, 08:18 AM	#1
midri Junior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Aliso Viejo, CA Posts: 30 Gallery: midri Stats: 355/331/150 WOE: Atkins/Lean for Life Hybrid Start Date: June 2012	Here I Go Again Hi everyone. I am sort of new here.....I joined in 2002 and visit the boards every day but never post. Somehow have managed to gain 150 pounds during that time (and I was already around 180 to begin with). Yay me? No, not really. Anyway, I've decided to get my butt off the couch and start working out and eating well. I didn't get really fat until the last 3 years or so, but in 2002 I graduated from college (lots of walking and time for the gym) and began my career (sitting at my desk all day, lucky to take a break at all). During that time I've gained and lost 100+ lbs TWICE. Third time's a charm!? When I am thin I am NOT a lazy person. But right now I am lazy because I simply can't do things I want to do. It's been harder and harder to be lazy though because I have a 2 year old son and a 1 year old daughter (born 13 months apart). Yikes! And I want more, so time to get serious. Plus, there are simply no cute clothes in my size and I can't handle that. Now that I have two sweet children to live for, it's very important that I get this weight off soon. I don't want to be "the fat mom" when they start school. I don't want to miss out on things because of my weight. I guess what started this was my husband was posting pictures of our summer on Facebook and there was not one picture of me. I just shy away from the camera constantly....how heartbreaking for my family to have lots of pictures but none of mom because she's too fat. This is unacceptable and I need to fix it now before I'm dead from my horrible case of sleep apnea. So that's me in a nutshell. I hope I can get some support and feedback here because I have a long road ahead of me. Thanks for reading.

08-16-2011, 02:40 PM	#3
Phranquie Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 3,336 Gallery: Phranquie Stats: 325+/161/125/ (5'-3" & 52 yo) WOE: Moderate Carb Start Date: Restart: 7/16/12	Welcome Midri! Lots of us here have lost and then gained lots of weight and are back here successfully losing. I can totally relate to not have cute clothes to wear when you get over a certain size. I have had a few bumps along the way and am using those to learn a new way to eat for life. I too have a lot to lose but look at my loss in smaller increments so it does not seem so overwhelming. Joining a daily group is also very helpful not only for the accountability but for the support and understanding from people who do get what you are going through. Jump in and join a group, all are welcome. Good luck on your LC journey. __________________ Frankie Nothing right now can possibly taste as good as thin will feel!!! Last edited by Phranquie; 08-16-2011 at 02:42 PM..

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08-16-2011, 01:40 PM	#2
Riatha Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Tan Valley, Arizona Posts: 1,953 Gallery: Riatha Stats: 283.3/203.0/180 Start Date: January 2011	Welcome! This group is really supportive. I've been posting in the daily weigh in thread... it helps keep me accountable. I don't like the scale and it is NOT my friend, but the accountability is a good thing. It's nice to meet you!

08-17-2011, 05:24 AM	#4
TXLoser Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 16,159 Gallery: TXLoser WOE: WW/LC Start Date: January 2004	Glad you finally decided to post..no more lurking!! It is a long journey, but so worth it Mini goals with non-food rewards..that helps with the journey

08-17-2011, 05:47 AM	#5
Maja Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,933 Gallery: Maja Stats: 240/235/170 Start Date: June 2012	Welcome I can totally relate to not wanting to be "the fat mom" when kiddos start school. I have one more year to go before mine go to kindergarten so I have to get serious about losing and keeping it off. You can do this !!

08-17-2011, 10:37 AM	#6
SusieT Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Monaca, Pa Posts: 13,473 Gallery: SusieT Stats: 360/210/onderland WOE: restart atkins 240/235/onederland Start Date: 04/01	So glad you are here! You can do this!

08-18-2011, 09:23 AM	#7
Sequins Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 157 Gallery: Sequins Stats: 365/325/299 WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Pro-Atkins since 1999	Welcome aboard! I think many of us here (myself included) can relate to many aspects of your story. I've lost 150 and regained, I have a 13 year old son who thinks I'm lame. I want to ride roller coasters, I want my knees not to hurt. I don't want to exist--I want to live. This is where we start!