Hello!

[77toGoal]

I found this forum thru a members link on her website, I have to say I think this site is the friendliest I have been too as far as this WOE.

My real name is Kris and I am mother to 3. I homeschool my K and 7th grader, my 10th grader goes to school.

I am not new to low carbing, just decided to renew my resolve. Last year I successfully lost 35 pounds controlling my intake of carbs, I really didn't follow Atkins by the book though and if I did I am sure I would have seen better success.

My motivation last year was 100% external, ,my dh was in Iraq and I wanted to look good for his return, as I said if I had follwed Atkins by the book I would have been able to see my goal by the time he returned, but I was forever on/off my eating and only got rid of 35 instead of all 95. He came back safe and sound at Christmas and the whole family celebrated. Between all the oppotunities to eat and getting used to having him around again, I fell into old habits and gained 17 pounds back between Christmas and today.

I started last year at my highest ever recorded weight of 245, got down to 210 for hubby's return and was finally starting to see a smaller tummy and some smaller thighs, well now my tummy has poofed out again and I don't even look at my thighs....

It's time to get back to it.

So today I prepare for day one of a clean induction tomorrow. I'm cutting up celery, pre cooking a breakfast quiche and dusting off the treadmill. I was on my way before so I know I can do it, I also know where the bumps in the road are and I need to brace myself for the ride. If I have the 'illegal' foods in the house I will eat them, if I don't plan my exercise I won't get it in, very simple, but oh so hard to manage.

My kids are enjoying their last pancake breakfast this am and my family will enjoy their last spaghetti supper tonight-at least until I get control over my cravings again. If last time is any indication I will be able to eat my own dinner while they eat their favorites once I get to exercising again and get thru about 2 weeks of clean eating. They won't suffer for long and the pay off is having a mom who is more energetic and less achey and grumpy.

I look forward to hanging out here everyday as I enjoy some 'me time'. I'll make my home intially in the Induction 14 day forum.

[DAWNIMMEL]

Hi Kris, Good going on the exercise. Read the book and drink lots of water. I have been on atkins since August 2003. I have gained some weight back, but it is time for me to hit induction again. My downfall is Peanuts and diet Pepsi. My doctor told me to get off the caffine, it's not good for your bones. Oh, there is a second time around club too, check it out. Best Wishes to you and Thanks to your Hubby. D-

[Sheshy]

Hi Kris and welcome to ADBB and back to Atkins.

Do you have a copy of Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution (2002)? If not, you'll want to pick one up!

It's amazing how quickly we can let ourselves fall back into old habits - sorry to hear about your weight gain. Great job on the planning and preparing though, and I'm the same way about planning/scheduling, it's another thing that makes me feel in control of myself...and that's not a bad thing!

I agree with the food prep after the 2 weeks, it gets easier and easier to prepare the other foods for the family. And there's nothing wrong with the whole family eating better, even if they're eating whole foods you can't yet. Getting the processed/junk food out of the house completely will be the biggest help, it was to me!

Hope to see you around the board!

[sunflowergrl]

Welcome to ADBB!!! Keep us posted on your progress!

[dreamof145]

Hi Kris. Welcome back. This site is filled with lots of encouraging posts from people who are making Atkins work as a life-style change. Good luck on making this WOE become a habit.

There is a forum called the Second Time Around Club...which you might find helpful. Good luck and please keep us posted. Make sure you read the book, drink lots of water, don't forget your supplements and exercise. It won't be long and you'll be at goal and feeling great!!