Mile stones in gettenthere's life

[gettenthere]

Jan 31 2003 I was a living vegetable I was on 21 different meds had suffered a stroke and was insulin dependent. I weighed 316 lbs and was to ashamed to tell any one so I lied about my weight, and now to come to think of it I only fooled my self. I wore 5X clothes and even when I sewed my tent dresses I had to look for material that was 54" wide. This is for those who think Atkins does not work.

That day was the beginning of a new life for me I did something that I would not advise any one to do. I took all my meds and insulin and threw it all out. I started Atkins had a lot of withdrawal symptoms but just kept it to my self. Two weeks of induction gave me such a lift I was down 16 lbs. My blood sugars were down I was in seventh heaven I started walking with a walker, then with a cane and now with nothing just my good old feet.

I'll be 71 this year, I have 2 sons and 6 adorable grand children. I'm CEO of my family.
Love my life now and have a blast! each day, the Good Lord has been very good to me . I got a second chance. Was down to 175 and some times fit into a 12. I've found love and support from my new family that I've never met . My Atkins friends without whom I never could have come so far. If I had to list each and every one I'd fill pages, but you all know who you are and how much I and appreciate each one of you

I went on the FF when nothing else was breaking my stall. Lost 10 lbs in 5 days It was hard but well worth it. For a period of 6 weeks after that I was away with no computer, and no support , it was easy falling into carb hell. Gained back the 10 and could not loose it again. I tried every thing nothing seemed to work I've yo-yoed 2 up 5 down 6 up I must have lost the same 10 lbs a zillion times. Lesson well learnt)

I am also a member in the "all I want for christmas challenge and I thought you may want to read what one of my dear friends had to say . she has known me since I first started Atkins.

Ok..I'm going to "Out" getten a bit here. Only because she totally awes me as a woman and fellow low-carber. I believe I first talked to getten in chat one day..someone steered her my way ( for the life of me I can't remember who LOL) Anyway..at one point..she talked to me over the phone. I have to say..I can barely connect to the woman from back the to the woman I now call someone I just love to pieces and consider a good friend! She was in such a dark place re: her weight and what to do. She was very sad ( or that was my take) and struggling so hard to believe this could work for her. I think at one point I remember asking her how much she wanted to lose..and she got ultra defensive. I totally understood.

It still gives me chills when I recently read her whole story. Yes, her weight loss is amazing, but even more so the changes in her personality are to be commended. She has become one of the most positive warm and loving woman I have met. She never hesitates to reach her hand out to me when I'm struggling..and sends me inspirational PM's that have saved me on many a dark day.

So, I'm sorry to out you Getten..but I want you to know..that every time you thank me or others, I always say a big thanks to you! You inspire me daily..and I want you to know...I truly LOVE the woman you have become!

Lisa my inspiration and support.
Lei for cheering me on
Cheri for all her contributions to LCF
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[cdn_gal]

What a wonderful post!! I'm so damn proud of you sweety, for hanging in there and sticking it out to find what works for you.. YOU, are a inspiration to many, myself included, and your just proof once again, that yes, Atkins does work.... I think I get more excited when you loose a pound, then when I do myself.... You have come such a long way, off medications, exercising and feeling great.... Now how awesome is that??.... Cant wait till you hit goal so we can all celebrate along with you... I you, and I think your one amazing lady.... Lei

[becksterinindy]

Gettenthere this brings tears to my eyes You have done such an amazing job and I am thrilled for you. Enjoy your life and continue your journey with success

CONGRATS ON THE 150 GONE FOREVER!!!!!!!

[Kimmer]

Gettenthere, your story is so heartfelt and compassionate it could be a TV movie!

Thank you for your kind words and may God bless you and your family.

[Melly]

Get I am so proud of you sweety. Not just on the weightloss but for sharing a very intimate part of your life with us. You are an amazing woman and I feel bleesed to have "met" you. You inspire us all........young and old. May God continue to bless and enrich your life

[BarbaraNJ]

Amazing story, what an incredible inspiration

[summer32]

What a wonderful and inspiring story.

Gettenthere it's amazing people like yourself that makes this site the fantastic place that it is.

My heartfelt congratulations to you.......You only get ne life.......enjoy it

[farley109]

I have those chills too!!! I've e-mailed your story to friends of mine starting atkins!!! You've gotten your life back!!! What an inspiration!!!! God bless you even more than he already has!!! Oh...HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!

[gettenthere]

Thanks every one , just wanted to share , if I can do it at 71 every one of you can, with friends like I have where else can I go but down

[JUNEBUG2]

Originally Posted by gettenthere

Thanks every one , just wanted to share , if I can do it at 71 every one of you can, with friends like I have where else can I go but down

You r definitely my inspiration...I have told everyone I know about you and hope to follow in your footsteps Now, I need to know what the Kimmer experiment is........

[sinny]

aw.shucks getten I knew you were a truely amazing woman ,even before i read your story.............

LOVE YOU BUNCHES AND THANK YOU

[Tashi]

You've got me sitting here crying I'm in awe of you. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[LadyJ]

A lot of stories inspire me on this board, but I think you have inspired me the most. If you can do this at 71, I have to stop using the excuse I will be 60 this year. You are an awesome woman. Thank you for telling your story.

[Laura150]

Laura

[Lisa Rae]

My words to you Getten were truly heart-felt!!! I so appreaciate your kind words..but don't sell yourself short Girlfriend! Just as you looked to me, so many woman, myself included, now look to you for inspiration. It's truly amazing to me to look at where you started and where you are today. Your never-ending love and suport are part of what keeps me going on those hard days ( and yeah..even us Dinosaurs have bad days!) and I am truly honored to be able to call you "my friend"!!!!!!

Your one AMAZING Woman!!!!!

[Meownica]

[Tippy Toes]

For those who don't know Gettenthere very well: I will tell you that no matter what obstacles got in her way, she found a way around them. Not only has she done this for herself, she did this for me too. I had been stuck for months with no weight or inch loss. Gettenthere, you SAVED me! Thanks for posting this. You are one of those Angels God sends here to help others. I am sure of that now.

xxxooo
Tippy Toes

[sandooch140]

Way to go! What an inspirational story; so uplifting!

[pooticus]

wtg girl!!!!

[tweety1]

Getten
Thank you so very much for posting "your story". I've chatted with you and always sensed that you had an inspiring story that needed to be told. Did I ever tell you that you're "my hero" - well you are...........
Tweety

[tyler1lee]

Hey Getten read your post amazing work
just keep it up
I am with you lost 100 lbs and still struggle after 10 years
I meet you on chat tonight and it has been wonderful to meet you

[cathmalc]

fabulous story, well done!

[erg1269]

Thanks for sending me this...i feel very excited and hope i do as well as you have.

[Karen]

Getten, You are truly an angel and such an inspitation to all of us....God Bless you...
AKA Bunky

[cheri]

Hi Gettenthere...

I remember when you first started coming to the site... You were so determined to lose weight and did so well... so many people have helped you along the way.. LCF has the best support system on the net. You were in the chatroom every day and I think that helped you stay on the right path... I am glad you found something to break your stall and you are near your goal... Keep up the great work and remember you have a lot of people that love you so please make sure you let every one of them know how you are doing... We all will support you in any way we can... Remember it is you alone that will keep yourself on track because it is your decision to stick with it and get to where you want to be... and you have a lot of people in your corner..... cheering you along the way!

Love,

cheri

[erg1269]

knock knock...just checking to see how your doing???

[ixtapacheryl]

I am SO PROUD OF YOU! I am also thrilled you posted your story and what an inspiration to all of us. How wonderful you are off meds and walking on your own two feet. I'll bet your doctors are in awe and talking you up to their other patients as a successful example.

I know you will meet your goal - and what's even greater is your life has changed 100%.

Many hugs to you for the work and "stick-to-it" attitude you've exhibited.

[Weedydidi]

You may never get a reply from that one person who is struggling and wondering if it's worth it, or maybe he/she just has too much weight to lose, etc.

But I will tell you this...your story is inspiring and I guarantee you've given more than one person hope today.