Hi I am new...

luvmyboyz · 09-08-2005, 03:42 PM

Hi my name is Tina and I am new to this forum. I weighed myself today and was NOT happy with what I saw!

Anyway I am planning on starting my life change on Monday, using South Beach. I know you may be thinking why Monday? Well tomorrow I have to have gall bladder surgery so I thought I would give myself the weekend to heal and start a fresh on Monday. A little more about me.... I am a 33 yr old Christian SAHM of 2 boys which I homeschool. I am happily married to a wonderful man, it has been 11 yrs now. I like to cook, flower garden, read, internet, and journal. Can't wait to get to know the rest of you! I can use any tip to keep following South Beach!

Melsh · 09-08-2005, 04:48 PM

Tina! It's great to have you join us. You have definately come to the right place for support! Everyone here is Wonderful! I wish you the very best!

Melynda

luvmyboyz · 09-08-2005, 04:59 PM

Melynda thanks for the welcome!

Shalbrihil · 09-08-2005, 07:16 PM

Hi Tina! Welcome! We just love newbies...

justmarvi · 09-08-2005, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvmyboyz

Hi my name is Tina and I am new to this forum. I weighed myself today and was NOT happy with what I saw!

Anyway I am planning on starting my life change on Monday, using South Beach. I know you may be thinking why Monday? Well tomorrow I have to have gall bladder surgery so I thought I would give myself the weekend to heal and start a fresh on Monday. A little more about me.... I am a 33 yr old Christian SAHM of 2 boys which I homeschool. I am happily married to a wonderful man, it has been 11 yrs now. I like to cook, flower garden, read, internet, and journal. Can't wait to get to know the rest of you! I can use any tip to keep following South Beach!

Tina, we're so glad you're joining in with us. Wishing you a speedy recovery with your surgery tomorrow, hope you'll check in when it's over and let us know when you get back home.

You sound like a special lady, good luck!

redqueen · 09-08-2005, 08:37 PM

Welcome Tina!

When you are through your surgery, and back on the board, we'll have to compare notes (or scars

since I had GB surgery 8 days ago! I'm feeling great!

I'm wishing you a speedy recovery, Chris

anadday · 09-09-2005, 03:12 AM

and good luck with your gb surgery!

zeraspride · 09-09-2005, 06:42 AM

Welcome to the Beach! You won't regret starting this way of eating and this group of ladies is just the best with support and encouragement.

I had gall bladder surgery several years ago so I can sympathize with what you are about to go through. The laser surgery they do now is just wonderful and you can't even really see my four small incisions on my tummy.

My best tip is to stick with the program to the letter - no cheats. I went cheat free for over 500 days and it was best thing I could have ever done for myself. Also, incorporating exercise into your daily routine is extremely helpful. I was able to lose about 100 in a little over a year following the program to the letter and working out 5-7 days per week. Oh, and of course I come here often (too often some might say [giggle]). Happy Beaching!!!

velvetpunk · 09-11-2005, 07:09 AM

Welcome Tina!

I'm not new -- I was a lurker for a looong time -- but I am new to posting and relatively new to low carbing. I'm Rustybeth's little sister (for any of you who may know her) and she has been trying to convince me of the virtues of low carbing for years now. Since beginning my weight loss journey, I had always been a skeptic who (mostly) religiously followed a low cal, low fat diet along with weight training and cardio. The South Beach approach has gotten me past the frustrating plateau I'd reached -- so I'm now whistling a different tune.

justmarvi · 09-11-2005, 08:06 AM

Tina, we're hoping you feeling okay, hope you can check in soon.

velvetpunk!

I'm loving that tune you're whistling! Great going!

Shalbrihil · 09-11-2005, 12:12 PM

Tina we love to hear that whistle. I just love eating this way and feel on top of the world. You will too. Welcome aboard!

luvmyboyz · 09-11-2005, 05:08 PM

Hello I am BACK!! It has been 2 days since my surgery and I am feeling much better. The first night was a rough one but each day I am getting stronger! I am starting my lifechange for the beach tomorrow! I have to do something before my weight kills me. My doc found I had cholesterol deposits in my gall bladder!! He is sending it off to pathology... I will see him again on Oct 3rd. Anyway I will be posting on how I am doing daily (hopefully)! Thanks to all who greeted me!!

Reg · 09-11-2005, 05:13 PM

Glad you're feeling better !!

Shalbrihil · 09-11-2005, 06:46 PM

Glad to have you with us Tina. You will love it here and soon be feeling wonderful!

luvmyboyz · 09-11-2005, 07:43 PM

Yes I am feeling much better but I think I overdid it today and so I am hurting a little tonight. Time for BED!

justmarvi · 09-11-2005, 08:36 PM

Glad you're home and feeling better!

redqueen · 09-11-2005, 08:50 PM

Tina, hope you continue to improve day-by-day! I know the sore feeling, so try and take it a little easy (I know that's hard with a family to take care of). It took me about 5 days to start feeling more energetic.

I actually think the new diet energy boost and the anesthetic wear-off came about the same day & I've been racing around since!! I know your boost is just around the corner.

Glad you're here. I can't wait to get to know you better!

Chris

luvmyboyz · 09-12-2005, 02:00 PM

Thanks Chris I have been having a lot of back pain and last night you could see my muscles moving in my back like a charlie horse. Did you have anything like this? I am talking major PAIN!!! Anyway today has been good I have stuck to the program. I can do this!

zeraspride · 09-12-2005, 02:19 PM

Hi Tina, glad to hear your surgery went well. I know you'll love it here on the beach with the rest of us and once you get your full strength back, I'm sure there will be no stopping you!

luvmyboyz · 09-12-2005, 04:37 PM

Hi I have a question since I am new to the Beach. This is what I ate today... please tell me if this looks okay for phase one cause I don't want to mess it up.

Breakfast:
Cheese Omlet made with 1 whole med egg and egg white from another and 2% slice of cheese
1.5 slice hickory ham (not honey ham)
8 ounce of 2% milk

Snack:
slice of 2% cheese

Lunch:
6 ounce of sauteed Pollock (fish)
1.5 cups Okra

Snack:
SF Raspberry Jello 1/2c

Dinner:
3 ounce Grilled Salmon
1 cup green beans
1 cup succatash (yellow squash, onion, and red pepper)

60 ounces of water thus far and counting...... let me know if there should be changes. Thanks!

Shalbrihil · 09-12-2005, 05:10 PM

Tina your menu looks top notch. Good job!

luvmyboyz · 09-13-2005, 01:16 PM

Sharon,
Thanks I just wanted to make sure. I am siked!

SiameseCat · 09-13-2005, 01:54 PM

Welcome Tina, glad to see you here! I'm new too, just started SB phase 1 yesterday so we can be new together

.

Deb

09-08-2005, 03:42 PM	#1
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Hi I am new... Hi my name is Tina and I am new to this forum. I weighed myself today and was NOT happy with what I saw! Anyway I am planning on starting my life change on Monday, using South Beach. I know you may be thinking why Monday? Well tomorrow I have to have gall bladder surgery so I thought I would give myself the weekend to heal and start a fresh on Monday. A little more about me.... I am a 33 yr old Christian SAHM of 2 boys which I homeschool. I am happily married to a wonderful man, it has been 11 yrs now. I like to cook, flower garden, read, internet, and journal. Can't wait to get to know the rest of you! I can use any tip to keep following South Beach!

09-09-2005, 06:42 AM	#8
zeraspride Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,075 Gallery: zeraspride Stats: Highest 282.5 CW: 227.8 GW: 160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 12/01/03 - restart 11/01/08 (down 6.2!)	Welcome to the Beach! You won't regret starting this way of eating and this group of ladies is just the best with support and encouragement. I had gall bladder surgery several years ago so I can sympathize with what you are about to go through. The laser surgery they do now is just wonderful and you can't even really see my four small incisions on my tummy. My best tip is to stick with the program to the letter - no cheats. I went cheat free for over 500 days and it was best thing I could have ever done for myself. Also, incorporating exercise into your daily routine is extremely helpful. I was able to lose about 100 in a little over a year following the program to the letter and working out 5-7 days per week. Oh, and of course I come here often (too often some might say [giggle]). Happy Beaching!!! __________________ Lisa My story: Lost 109 pounds on SBD (2003); gained 60pounds back - restarted SBD 11/1/08 Minigoals: 207 199 174 GOAL: 160 What about now? What about today? What if you're making me all that I was meant to be? . . . Baby, before it's too late; What about now? Daughtry

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

09-08-2005, 04:48 PM	#2
Melsh Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 295 Gallery: Melsh Stats: 245/206/130 WOE: Low Carb/Kimkins Start Date: Oct 04-restart Aug 06...Back On Track June 07 :-)	Tina! It's great to have you join us. You have definately come to the right place for support! Everyone here is Wonderful! I wish you the very best! Melynda

09-08-2005, 04:59 PM	#3
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Melynda thanks for the welcome!

09-08-2005, 07:16 PM	#4
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,870 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	Hi Tina! Welcome! We just love newbies...

09-08-2005, 08:37 PM	#6
redqueen Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Newcastle, CA Posts: 761 Gallery: redqueen Stats: 260/243/170 WOE: Stella Style Start Date: 12/28/06	Welcome Tina! When you are through your surgery, and back on the board, we'll have to compare notes (or scars since I had GB surgery 8 days ago! I'm feeling great! I'm wishing you a speedy recovery, Chris

09-09-2005, 03:12 AM	#7
anadday Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Myrtle Beach SC Posts: 904 Gallery: anadday Stats: working toward 135.... WOE: lots of chocolate to make choc breastmilk! Start Date: May 23 05/Sept 5 05/Feb 13 06/Jan 14 07	and good luck with your gb surgery!

09-11-2005, 07:09 AM	#9
velvetpunk Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 11 Gallery: velvetpunk Stats: 227/163/135 - 5'8" WOE: Was low fat/low cal, now South Beach Start Date: 09-05-05	Welcome Tina! I'm not new -- I was a lurker for a looong time -- but I am new to posting and relatively new to low carbing. I'm Rustybeth's little sister (for any of you who may know her) and she has been trying to convince me of the virtues of low carbing for years now. Since beginning my weight loss journey, I had always been a skeptic who (mostly) religiously followed a low cal, low fat diet along with weight training and cardio. The South Beach approach has gotten me past the frustrating plateau I'd reached -- so I'm now whistling a different tune.

09-11-2005, 08:06 AM	#10
justmarvi Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,218 Gallery: justmarvi	Tina, we're hoping you feeling okay, hope you can check in soon. velvetpunk! I'm loving that tune you're whistling! Great going!

09-11-2005, 12:12 PM	#11
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,870 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	Tina we love to hear that whistle. I just love eating this way and feel on top of the world. You will too. Welcome aboard!

09-11-2005, 05:08 PM	#12
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Hello I am BACK!! It has been 2 days since my surgery and I am feeling much better. The first night was a rough one but each day I am getting stronger! I am starting my lifechange for the beach tomorrow! I have to do something before my weight kills me. My doc found I had cholesterol deposits in my gall bladder!! He is sending it off to pathology... I will see him again on Oct 3rd. Anyway I will be posting on how I am doing daily (hopefully)! Thanks to all who greeted me!!

09-11-2005, 05:13 PM	#13
Reg I see everything as points Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,593 Blog Entries: 38 Gallery: Reg Stats: 247/188/172 (124-155 WW's goal: TBD) WOE: WW: FLEX: WI: Wednesday. 23-25 Points Start Date: 01/09/08	Glad you're feeling better !!

09-11-2005, 06:46 PM	#14
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,870 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	Glad to have you with us Tina. You will love it here and soon be feeling wonderful!

09-11-2005, 07:43 PM	#15
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Yes I am feeling much better but I think I overdid it today and so I am hurting a little tonight. Time for BED!

09-11-2005, 08:36 PM	#16
justmarvi Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,218 Gallery: justmarvi	Glad you're home and feeling better!

09-11-2005, 08:50 PM	#17
redqueen Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Newcastle, CA Posts: 761 Gallery: redqueen Stats: 260/243/170 WOE: Stella Style Start Date: 12/28/06	Tina, hope you continue to improve day-by-day! I know the sore feeling, so try and take it a little easy (I know that's hard with a family to take care of). It took me about 5 days to start feeling more energetic. I actually think the new diet energy boost and the anesthetic wear-off came about the same day & I've been racing around since!! I know your boost is just around the corner. Glad you're here. I can't wait to get to know you better! Chris

09-12-2005, 02:00 PM	#18
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Thanks Chris I have been having a lot of back pain and last night you could see my muscles moving in my back like a charlie horse. Did you have anything like this? I am talking major PAIN!!! Anyway today has been good I have stuck to the program. I can do this!

09-12-2005, 02:19 PM	#19
zeraspride Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,075 Gallery: zeraspride Stats: Highest 282.5 CW: 227.8 GW: 160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 12/01/03 - restart 11/01/08 (down 6.2!)	Hi Tina, glad to hear your surgery went well. I know you'll love it here on the beach with the rest of us and once you get your full strength back, I'm sure there will be no stopping you!

09-12-2005, 04:37 PM	#20
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Hi I have a question since I am new to the Beach. This is what I ate today... please tell me if this looks okay for phase one cause I don't want to mess it up. Breakfast: Cheese Omlet made with 1 whole med egg and egg white from another and 2% slice of cheese 1.5 slice hickory ham (not honey ham) 8 ounce of 2% milk Snack: slice of 2% cheese Lunch: 6 ounce of sauteed Pollock (fish) 1.5 cups Okra Snack: SF Raspberry Jello 1/2c Dinner: 3 ounce Grilled Salmon 1 cup green beans 1 cup succatash (yellow squash, onion, and red pepper) 60 ounces of water thus far and counting...... let me know if there should be changes. Thanks!

09-12-2005, 05:10 PM	#21
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,870 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	Tina your menu looks top notch. Good job!

09-13-2005, 01:16 PM	#22
luvmyboyz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 Gallery: luvmyboyz Stats: 247.5/237.5/160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Sharon, Thanks I just wanted to make sure. I am siked!

09-13-2005, 01:54 PM	#23
SiameseCat Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 80 Gallery: SiameseCat Stats: 256/256/135 WOE: Vegetarian South Beach Start Date: 9/12/05	Welcome Tina, glad to see you here! I'm new too, just started SB phase 1 yesterday so we can be new together . Deb