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[DragonflyMoon]

Hi Jerrica, and welcome to ADBB! After reading your post i just wanted to give you a great big hug!!! So there you go ~ the best i can do!

I can really relate to your story ~ i too hide from people from my past; i ended up moving across country and when i go back home to visit i still hide! I only see my closest friends and just dread going out and running into anyone else who knew the old "size 6" me. It is very hard to live inside of a body that you can't stand, isn't it? But now it is time for all of that to change for us!!!

My best friend who is like a sister to me asked me to be her maid of honor in her wedding this spring! Just like you - i have 9 months to change myself. She is getting married in the Carribean, and then having the reception a few weeks later in our home town. So i have two events to be in shape for. I desperately need to be in a place where i am comfortable & happy in my own skin for her wedding. I do not want to be all grumpy and sad because i am not comfortable with myself on HER day, you know? So addition to wanting to be fit & healthy for me, now i have the physical motivation of her wedding to keep me on track as well.

Good luck to you! Keep on posting and keep us updated...

[Jerrica]

Dragonflymoon,
I am amazed at the support and how many people can relate to my story. I live in a world of skinny people who do not understand what it is like. I am so thankful for all of the replies I am getting. My sister that is getting married asked my other sister to be in her wedding as well. I am the maid of honor by the luck of the draw literally. lol. She put both of our names in a hat and my name was the one she drew. I am really lucky because my sisters and I are best friends.

Oh and thanks for the hug Right back at cha
Your success is motivation for me.

[dreamof145]

Welcome!! I started out 30 pounds heavier than you. I was also ashamed of my weight and body. I relate to the feelings you have of not wanting to see anyone who knows you or meet anyone new. In 9 months, you'll be amazed at the changes that will take place with Atkins. I was a fat child, fat teen, and fat adult. I've never felt better since doing Atkins. And coming to the ADBB was one of the best decisions you made. Everyone here works together to share the questions, concerns and successes. You won't have to do this alone. Don't forget to post your progress so we can all cheer you on.

[Jerrica]

Hi Becky your before and after pics are amazing. Thanks for the words of encouragement.

[Adena]

Hi, Jerrica -- just a note to say that I hope you're still around and on board. Thinking of you!

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