My New Life---P31/Jackie---Phillippians 4:13

[Proverbs31woman]

Today is January 11, 2007. So much has happened. So much. But, I am ready to begin yet again. The difference is that I not only think with my mind but I know in my heart that God is here and helping me.

[Proverbs31woman]

I have come to Atkins. I have a book and am working through it. I am going shopping later tonight (maybe) but definately tomorrow. I am ready to do this!

A little about me:
I am almost 39. I am originally from Baltimore MD. I lived in KS for 5 years. I now live in Southern CA with my wonderful husband of 3 years. We have a beautiful yellow lab named Brooklyn. No children yet.
I was diagnosed with PCOS in 1998 by way of my own research. The docs in KS that I found were not very good. Fianlly, the last 6 months I was living there, I was diagnosed correctly but there was no plan of action accept BCPs until I wanted to ttc. Things changed once I moved to CA.
I was rediagnosed with PCOS and with insulin resistance. I was put on Actos and told the best solution was weight loss and exercise. I was told not to do Atkins because of the high fat content. (no offense to the faithful Atkins people)
I tried just eating better, but to no avail. Then, DH and I decided on South Beach. I made it through almost 2 weeks. I felt great, had energy, and was losing weight! When DH stated it was too restrictive and stopped, I had a hard time continuing. Everything came to a hault, including my exercise routines, which included Curves.
For the next couple of years, nothing was really done. Lose weight. Gain. Read more books. Buy books. Products. Frustration. Anger. Start again. Stop. Repeat process. Finally, when we moved to Burbank, I felt I finally had the strength to do what is right for my health. A different doctor with ideas of natural treatments and lifestyle changes. But, the same thing happened----start, stop, repeat. *sigh* What was wrong with me?? Now, boughts of saddness with a few marital problems were thrown in on top of everything else. Another move, this time to Playa del Rey, has proven to be the blessing I needed.
My doctor from Burbank is still my doctor. He wants me to follow a low GI diet. He suggested the new Atkins as one of the lifestyle changes to make. I bought the book after thought and prayer. It sat on my shelf until today.
God has made many changes in my life. He works on me daily. If I ever left things alone, all would be well in a very short time. The Lord is the only answer to my health issues. The only answer to "How do I get through?" Without Him, I could not make it through.
I would LOVE to have a person in Playa or a surrounding area that has 100+ pounds to lose as I do. I never want to add to someones plight, but understanding PCOS and/or insulin resistance would be a wonderful added bonus. If God sees the need, I know He will provide.
Guess that is all for now. Hope to get to know all of you a bit better too

[Edwards20]

Hope you don't mind me dropping in. I am 38 years old and no where near where you live. In fact, I am on the other side of the country.

But, I do need to lose 100 lbs. I don't have PCOS (even though I have one ovary left, and I think I have it), and I am convinced and self diagnosed myself as insulin resistant. Can convice anyone to check anything.

Your title to your journal - A VIRTUOUS WOMAN drew me to your post.
I would love to walk this journey with you. If you will have me. Click on the link to my journey - A Diamond in the Rough, and let me know what you think.

Candy

[Edwards20]

Haven't seen you post in your journal in a few days. Just checking in on you and hoping all is well.

Hope you have a great "sunshiney" day !!

[Proverbs31woman]

I am working on the Atkins book and bought a cookbook and a for life set with recipes and other stuff. Now I am having second thoughts. I do this all the time. I jump right in and spend money and get "everything" I could possibly need THEN I think "wait a minute, is this REALLY what I want?" I don't know what to do now. I was successful on South Beach. I like South Beach. I am not sure how Atkins became the thing. Anything will be hard since I don't have a partner. The people on here are TERRIFIC but I really do well with a person to meet with maybe once a week and talk about progress and this and that. The personal touch sorta thing is what I think I am wanting. BUT---I am blessed to have the good wishes and interaction and support of the wonderful people on here.
I will be low-carbing tomorrow and the week, but not sure I will be following any particular plan.

I pray the Lord will guide me and help me through

[Edwards20]

I hope to find time to read and catch up later.
Running late this morning. But wanted to wish you happy thoughts and great day today !!

[Edwards20]