I am DONE fooling around.

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 07:07 AM

Good morning!
I have wasted the better part of a year reading and experimenting and failing (IF, JUDDD, Potato Hack, Carb Addict Diet and others).
For me all those 'tricks' lead to binge eating. Lots of binge eating.
In 2011 I lost on Atkin's '72 from 211 down to 184. Then the fooling around began. For cryen' out loud. I am 65 years old and I certainly do NOT have a year to waste. I am so disgusted with myself. I am done looking for a trick or an 'easier' weight loss method. DONE.
The only WOE that has ever worked with my body is low carb. PERIOD. I am a bright and accomplished woman. Why have I allowed weight to be such a huge problem in my life? Why? During my working years I maintained my 'fighting weight' of 156 effortlessly ~ even with travel and entertaining clients. I simply ate LC. ALWAYS.
Then within 2 years I lost my husband to cancer and my job to the recession. I used food for comfort and to dull my emotions. I got up to 211.6.
I am recommitting to LC again today. When I saw 199 on the scale this morning I knew it was time to stop kidding myself.
I have a carby pantry items loaded into the car to take to the shelter downtown. I have cleared the fridge of any crap. I will stop after the trip to the shelter to stock up on LC staples. I will begin the rest of my life today. I will not binge, I will not search for any 'new' WOE. I will enjoy the luxury of LC foods each day and speak kindly to myself.
I will read here daily. I will encourage others. I will find support in providing support.
Thank you for being here; I plan to rely heavily on all of you.

Wendy T · 01-16-2013, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

Good morning!
I have wasted the better part of a year reading and experimenting and failing (IF, JUDDD, Potato Hack, Carb Addict Diet and others).
For me all those 'tricks' lead to binge eating. Lots of binge eating.
In 2011 I lost on Atkin's '72 from 211 down to 184. Then the fooling around began. For cryen' out loud. I am 65 years old and I certainly do NOT have a year to waste. I am so disgusted with myself. I am done looking for a trick or an 'easier' weight loss method. DONE.
The only WOE that has ever worked with my body is low carb. PERIOD. I am a bright and accomplished woman. Why have I allowed weight to be such a huge problem in my life? Why? During my working years I maintained my 'fighting weight' of 156 effortlessly ~ even with travel and entertaining clients. I simply ate LC. ALWAYS.
Then within 2 years I lost my husband to cancer and my job to the recession. I used food for comfort and to dull my emotions. I got up to 211.6.
I am recommitting to LC again today. When I saw 199 on the scale this morning I knew it was time to stop kidding myself.
I have a carby pantry items loaded into the car to take to the shelter downtown. I have cleared the fridge of any crap. I will stop after the trip to the shelter to stock up on LC staples. I will begin the rest of my life today. I will not binge, I will not search for any 'new' WOE. I will enjoy the luxury of LC foods each day and speak kindly to myself.
I will read here daily. I will encourage others. I will find support in providing support.
Thank you for being here; I plan to rely heavily on all of you.

Gibby · 01-16-2013, 07:14 AM

Pat, I agree wholeheartedly! That was my mindset this new year - let's get this done once and for all!

I am 64 years old and have battled my weight for the past 20 years. I'm sick of it!

My best wishes to you on your journey!

lterry913 · 01-16-2013, 07:15 AM

Welcome, It takes a lot of courage to face our carb demons...I am glad you are here to both give and get support...I find it very helpful hopefully you will too.

ChristineCQ · 01-16-2013, 07:17 AM

OMG I could have written that.

I wish you the best. We're here to cheer you on!!! You can do it.

Ladysilverpatch · 01-16-2013, 07:18 AM

Pat, I know what you're saying. I'm 64 and if we don't do it now, when? We need to be the healthiest we can be to enjoy our senior lives. I'm sorry you've lost your husband; that's a very hard blow. But, he would want you to be healthy. So, let's do it. It really isn't hard, is it? LC is pretty simple and there's plenty of good stuff to eat. I wish you great success. You'll do it.

Robofitz · 01-16-2013, 07:34 AM

Pat - with an attitide like that, you WILL succeed!!!

jem51 · 01-16-2013, 07:41 AM

I love Atkins 72 for it's simplicity....it is just LC plain and simple.

There are so many other plans on the forum that it sometimes becomes confusing.
Sometimes I just have to stop myself w the reminder, 'I'm not going to do that'

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 08:13 AM

I find such encouragement in your responses.
Thank you so much.
Blessings.

lovinlowcarb · 01-16-2013, 08:49 AM

I find that I am in the same situation that you find yourself regarding your job after working for AT&T Yellow Page dept. for 25 years AT&T came in and closed our entire office putting over 300 people out of work in June 2010 since that time I have looked everywhere for another position but have been unsuccessful it could be my age I am 56 years old, having too much down time on my hands and being depressed and worried about being able to make ends meet with only 1 pay check I went back to eating way too many carbs even though I knew they would be disasterous for my weight and blood pressure I now weigh 235lbs. and have extremely high blood pressure so as of this past Monday I have restarted the Atkins WOE and hopefully I can get my weight down and my blood pressure down. I hope I can get the attitude that you have now because with your attitude failure is not an option. Good Luck!!

marieze · 01-16-2013, 09:09 AM

I am so proud of you Pat! It's not an easy road sometimes and we're always looking for that magic bullet plan. For me, LC is just the bottom line way to go....I really know what you mean when you say you are DONE!

Be patient and forgiving with yourself and everyone on the board is here to cheer on your successes and pick you back up and dust you off if any setbacks!!!!

Marieze

mom23kids · 01-16-2013, 09:30 AM

I'm a strong believer that different plans work for different people-there is no one 'miracle' plan that works for everyone. For me JUDDD works beautifully, but if you've found success on Atkins, then that's the plan for you

leeloo · 01-16-2013, 09:43 AM

You can do it!

KeirasMom · 01-16-2013, 09:44 AM

I wouldn't call any of the other plans you tried "tricks" but I get what you're saying. If LC works for you, and you can do it for life, then it's the plan that will take you to goal and help you maintain. You can do it!

Meek75 · 01-16-2013, 09:46 AM

Thanks for posting exactly how I feel

Best wishes to you this time around. You can do it!!

someonelikeyou · 01-16-2013, 10:30 AM

We are here for you.

Filly · 01-16-2013, 10:46 AM

Even though those other plans didn't work for you for weight loss I am sure you learned something about yourself/your body from each of them. So it probably hasn't been a total failure.

sfmom · 01-16-2013, 10:47 AM

I know you can do it Pat, make 2013 your year, we will all be here to help you along on your journey

Audrey

Trigger828 · 01-16-2013, 12:57 PM

great post.

you had some hard times. I am sorry for the loss of your husband. And your job is an important part of your life also. You were hit with tough issues.

You woke up. I am sure it was hard the trials you have been thru. So glad it is time for YOU now. to get back into the healthy game of life.

best of luck to you and I obviously know you will succeed!

drjlocarb · 01-16-2013, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Filly

Even though those other plans didn't work for you for weight loss I am sure you learned something about yourself/your body from each of them. So it probably hasn't been a total failure.

I have a very strong feeling you WILL succeed! Go forth and conquer.

Punkin · 01-16-2013, 01:26 PM

How inspiring. I think I completely understand you're frustration. I feel it too!

tammeli · 01-16-2013, 02:13 PM

Pat, I am so with you. I am rededicating starting today as well.

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mom23kids

I'm a strong believer that different plans work for different people-there is no one 'miracle' plan that works for everyone. For me JUDDD works beautifully, but if you've found success on Atkins, then that's the plan for you

The only thing about JUDDD that worked for me was the great people on that thread. However the WOE contributed to my binge mentality.
I will never forget the kind folks there and will still visit!

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KeirasMom

I wouldn't call any of the other plans you tried "tricks" but I get what you're saying. If LC works for you, and you can do it for life, then it's the plan that will take you to goal and help you maintain. You can do it!

My dear birthday buddy,
I should have worded that better. Your success on JUDDD is inspiring to anyone practicing ANY WOE!!
Your kindness and support are so much appreciated by so many.
Blessings.

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Filly

Even though those other plans didn't work for you for weight loss I am sure you learned something about yourself/your body from each of them. So it probably hasn't been a total failure.

Great point, thank you, Filly.

Patkid · 01-16-2013, 02:37 PM

Thank you so much to each who responded. I feel well supported and grateful.

I pray that the clarity I feel today with regard to my weight issues is not transitory!! I think if I post daily and track honestly it will last.

Here's to 2013!

KeirasMom · 01-16-2013, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

My dear birthday buddy,
I should have worded that better. Your success on JUDDD is inspiring to anyone practicing ANY WOE!!
Your kindness and support are so much appreciated by so many.
Blessings.

I didn't intend to sound critical of your wording. I know you gave each of those plans your all, including JUDDD. I think you'll do great with LC!

jem51 · 01-16-2013, 04:53 PM

Just to be clear; JUDDD can be used w any woe including Atkins. I am aware that some have problems w it, though.

marieze · 01-16-2013, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

Thank you so much to each who responded. I feel well supported and grateful.

I pray that the clarity I feel today with regard to my weight issues is not transitory!! I think if I post daily and track honestly it will last.

Here's to 2013!

And if it is transitory, you know we'll be right here waiting for you!!

Seabreezes · 01-16-2013, 06:56 PM

Good luck!

01-16-2013, 07:07 AM	#1
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	I am DONE fooling around. Good morning! I have wasted the better part of a year reading and experimenting and failing (IF, JUDDD, Potato Hack, Carb Addict Diet and others). For me all those 'tricks' lead to binge eating. Lots of binge eating. In 2011 I lost on Atkin's '72 from 211 down to 184. Then the fooling around began. For cryen' out loud. I am 65 years old and I certainly do NOT have a year to waste. I am so disgusted with myself. I am done looking for a trick or an 'easier' weight loss method. DONE. The only WOE that has ever worked with my body is low carb. PERIOD. I am a bright and accomplished woman. Why have I allowed weight to be such a huge problem in my life? Why? During my working years I maintained my 'fighting weight' of 156 effortlessly ~ even with travel and entertaining clients. I simply ate LC. ALWAYS. Then within 2 years I lost my husband to cancer and my job to the recession. I used food for comfort and to dull my emotions. I got up to 211.6. I am recommitting to LC again today. When I saw 199 on the scale this morning I knew it was time to stop kidding myself. I have a carby pantry items loaded into the car to take to the shelter downtown. I have cleared the fridge of any crap. I will stop after the trip to the shelter to stock up on LC staples. I will begin the rest of my life today. I will not binge, I will not search for any 'new' WOE. I will enjoy the luxury of LC foods each day and speak kindly to myself. I will read here daily. I will encourage others. I will find support in providing support. Thank you for being here; I plan to rely heavily on all of you. __________________ Pat 65 years old 5'10" It is time.

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01-16-2013, 07:14 AM	#3
Gibby Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,402 Gallery: Gibby Stats: Not telling/Might tell/Will shout from the rooftop WOE: Whatever works Start Date: 7/23/2012	Pat, I agree wholeheartedly! That was my mindset this new year - let's get this done once and for all! I am 64 years old and have battled my weight for the past 20 years. I'm sick of it! My best wishes to you on your journey!

01-16-2013, 07:15 AM	#4
lterry913 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,515 Gallery: lterry913 Stats: 5' 11" 238/174/170 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/1/2010	Welcome, It takes a lot of courage to face our carb demons...I am glad you are here to both give and get support...I find it very helpful hopefully you will too.

01-16-2013, 07:17 AM	#5
ChristineCQ Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 3,506 Gallery: ChristineCQ Stats: 234/192/159 (5'7") WOE: DANDR Start Date: 7/26/10 (re-start; original start 6/03)	OMG I could have written that. I wish you the best. We're here to cheer you on!!! You can do it.

01-16-2013, 07:18 AM	#6
Ladysilverpatch Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: SC Posts: 102 Gallery: Ladysilverpatch Stats: 249/206/168 WOE: whole foods/lc/fast-5 Start Date: Jan 2001	Pat, I know what you're saying. I'm 64 and if we don't do it now, when? We need to be the healthiest we can be to enjoy our senior lives. I'm sorry you've lost your husband; that's a very hard blow. But, he would want you to be healthy. So, let's do it. It really isn't hard, is it? LC is pretty simple and there's plenty of good stuff to eat. I wish you great success. You'll do it.

01-16-2013, 07:34 AM	#7
Robofitz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 81 Gallery: Robofitz WOE: Low Carb Start Date: 1/7/13	Pat - with an attitide like that, you WILL succeed!!!

01-16-2013, 07:41 AM	#8
jem51 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: south central OR Posts: 3,635 Gallery: jem51 Stats: oh so happy at 120 WOE: Mine, all mine Start Date: controlled carb '97-98	I love Atkins 72 for it's simplicity....it is just LC plain and simple. There are so many other plans on the forum that it sometimes becomes confusing. Sometimes I just have to stop myself w the reminder, 'I'm not going to do that'

01-16-2013, 08:13 AM	#9
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	I find such encouragement in your responses. Thank you so much. Blessings.

01-16-2013, 08:49 AM	#10
lovinlowcarb Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Talladega, Ala Posts: 90 Gallery: lovinlowcarb	I find that I am in the same situation that you find yourself regarding your job after working for AT&T Yellow Page dept. for 25 years AT&T came in and closed our entire office putting over 300 people out of work in June 2010 since that time I have looked everywhere for another position but have been unsuccessful it could be my age I am 56 years old, having too much down time on my hands and being depressed and worried about being able to make ends meet with only 1 pay check I went back to eating way too many carbs even though I knew they would be disasterous for my weight and blood pressure I now weigh 235lbs. and have extremely high blood pressure so as of this past Monday I have restarted the Atkins WOE and hopefully I can get my weight down and my blood pressure down. I hope I can get the attitude that you have now because with your attitude failure is not an option. Good Luck!!

01-16-2013, 09:09 AM	#11
marieze Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,825 Gallery: marieze Stats: 361/225/180 WOE: My way low carb! Start Date: July 11th 2003	I am so proud of you Pat! It's not an easy road sometimes and we're always looking for that magic bullet plan. For me, LC is just the bottom line way to go....I really know what you mean when you say you are DONE! Be patient and forgiving with yourself and everyone on the board is here to cheer on your successes and pick you back up and dust you off if any setbacks!!!! Marieze

01-16-2013, 09:43 AM	#13
leeloo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Fhloston Paradise Posts: 898 Gallery: leeloo Stats: 210/210/140 WOE: Atkins/whole foods/KISS Start Date: 1/06/2013 (this time)	You can do it!

01-16-2013, 09:44 AM	#14
KeirasMom Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 7,322 Gallery: KeirasMom Stats: 277.6/155-159/165, 5'9", 40 y.o., Hypothyroid WOE: In Place of a Roadmap Start Date: Maintenance 1/23/13	I wouldn't call any of the other plans you tried "tricks" but I get what you're saying. If LC works for you, and you can do it for life, then it's the plan that will take you to goal and help you maintain. You can do it!

01-16-2013, 09:46 AM	#15
Meek75 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 22,776 Gallery: Meek75 Stats: 228/4.6/30 WOE: Atkins	Thanks for posting exactly how I feel Best wishes to you this time around. You can do it!!

01-16-2013, 10:30 AM	#16
someonelikeyou Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Posts: 640 Gallery: someonelikeyou Stats: 210/205/144 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Re-Start January 3, 2013	We are here for you.

01-16-2013, 10:46 AM	#17
Filly Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 190 Gallery: Filly Stats: 5'2 Start Date: 12/19/2012	Even though those other plans didn't work for you for weight loss I am sure you learned something about yourself/your body from each of them. So it probably hasn't been a total failure.

01-16-2013, 10:47 AM	#18
sfmom Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: North Central, Illinois Posts: 1,045 Gallery: sfmom Stats: 176/122.0/135 5'8" tall WOE: Low carb	I know you can do it Pat, make 2013 your year, we will all be here to help you along on your journey Audrey

01-16-2013, 12:57 PM	#19
Trigger828 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 1,313 Gallery: Trigger828 Stats: 230 / 198.5 / 165 WOE: low carb my way! Start Date: Oct. 7, 2012	great post. you had some hard times. I am sorry for the loss of your husband. And your job is an important part of your life also. You were hit with tough issues. You woke up. I am sure it was hard the trials you have been thru. So glad it is time for YOU now. to get back into the healthy game of life. best of luck to you and I obviously know you will succeed!

01-16-2013, 01:26 PM	#21
Punkin Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 570 Gallery: Punkin	How inspiring. I think I completely understand you're frustration. I feel it too!

01-16-2013, 02:13 PM	#22
tammeli Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 694 Gallery: tammeli Stats: 155/145/135 5'7" WOE: JUDDD Start Date: 2/12/13	Pat, I am so with you. I am rededicating starting today as well.

01-16-2013, 02:37 PM	#26
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Thank you so much to each who responded. I feel well supported and grateful. I pray that the clarity I feel today with regard to my weight issues is not transitory!! I think if I post daily and track honestly it will last. Here's to 2013!

01-16-2013, 04:53 PM	#28
jem51 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: south central OR Posts: 3,635 Gallery: jem51 Stats: oh so happy at 120 WOE: Mine, all mine Start Date: controlled carb '97-98	Just to be clear; JUDDD can be used w any woe including Atkins. I am aware that some have problems w it, though.

01-16-2013, 06:56 PM	#30
Seabreezes Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Paradise Posts: 1,196 Gallery: Seabreezes Stats: 191/155/160 WOE: Low Carb ala JUDDD Start Date: Seems like forever - restart June '11	Good luck!