Just a small celebration to share :)

[*Lisa*]

Hello!

I just had to post a small celebration and share a great big thanks for everyone here sharing their experiences with this way of eating for life.

Two months ago I struggled trying to get back on Induction and dragged myself away from the high carbs kicking and screaming---it felt like it anyways. I was misserable for a long time during Induction, but I knew it would be temporary. I found the STAC focum comforting and welcoming to those who were returns---gosh, it's a great support feature here! I also joined in the C25K thinking I would try to attempt the biggest feat of all, run a 5k---what was I thinking???? But there are great people doing the same thing, the C25K I mean, and are awesome sharing their journey---otherwise I would just give up and be lost without them . Thank you to you guys too!!! And then there's the Journal Stats part of the board---gosh it's great to have that and JimmieJo for watching over us. Thank you, Jo! . Oh, and of course all the challenges I've avoided until now----I've been a chicken to join----it's all great!

Any ways, I've offically lost 10 pounds in two months, have not stopped exercising since I started (I can even jog 2 miles----well, I just met that milestone yesterday, so I know I'm capable of doing it), I've made it to OWL rung 3 so far after a long induction period of 4 weeks (enough to drive any person crazy--and my family), and I feel more and more each day that I CAN succeed at losing weight....and it's pretty darn exciting!


Thanks for everything!

[liv]

That is not small. That is HUGE. You are exercising, running and you have mastered those pesky carbs. On top of that you are losing weight. What could be better? Congratulations.

[Sherri]

CONGRATULATION LISA!
I agree with Liv, you have accomplished so much in two months. You're building a strong foundation for a healthier tomorrow!
Great Job!
Sherri

[*Alexa*]

Yep, these guys are right - that is a huge achievement. Well done

[gman]

Lisa congratulations on the new you !
Glenn

[DesertRain]

Lisa,
Thanks for sharing your feelings. Your accomplishments are very inspiring. It's so great to have members like you on this board. Keep up the great work!

[*Lisa*]

Thank you for all your awesome and kind comments.

This all still feels like small accomplishments, but in a big way, I guess. It's hard to describe. I guess the big way is that the change in everything has taken a lot out of me....and replaced it with something new.

Thank you!

[fat4now]

Hi *Lisa*, congrats on your journey so far You forgot the part about you write awsome posts too! Thanks for sharing, the 2 mile run is just awsome to me. So far i can only walk fast so i really admire you pressing on. Go *Lisa* go!

[Rick]

Good job Lisa, and great post too!!!

I'm with everyone else here... you seem to be doing very very well. Your posts are great, and you're so upbeat. And remember, those pounds didn't just come on overnight either... so, they can take a while to melt off.

This site is great, and we're fortunate to have posters like you here. Keep it up!

Rick

[*Lisa*]

fat4now (and will be skinny SOON!!) and Rick. Thank you for your kind words!

I never thought I'd be able to walk faster than I do---it's amazing what can happen when you make your mind stop believing those lies! It's possible!

Rick. congrats to you too for meeting your goal! That's awesome! Time time time...that's all we got, right? Just with it'd hurry up sometimes lol.