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[The Procrastinatrix]

Hi Everbody,

Well, it's time to introduce myself. I've been reading here for a couple of weeks as my husband and I did some research on the Atkins WOL and read the book. Everyone here is so nice and supportive, I have to say it was a big reason we decided to go forward with this WOE. Just from lurking here I know what a helpful bunch you all are and that we will find support here. Thank you so much, in advance.

I'll turn 44 on March 30. I have a wonderful husband and am proud to be the mother of our beautiful 2 yr. old son. I run my own business from home. My husband works out of the house sometimes, other times in. We've both just found out we have high LDL cholesterol and he has high blood pressure and is under tons of stress. Now we are very, very serious about weight loss and changing our lives for the better. Like all parents we want to be around for as much of our son's life as we can.

So yeah. That's me in a nutshell (but no nuts till after 2 weeks of induction ). I'm going to head over to the induction forum and post a bunch of questions so we'll be ready to start first thing in the morning.

[sallyseachange]

Hiya Procrastinatrix. Welcome to ADBB!
I just love your nic! Have to say that I'm one of those too... big time! My motto could be: "Why do something today, when you can put it off till tomorrow?"

How cool that you're going to follow this way of eating along with your husband! It's wonderful to have (and give) the support of/to someone close.

Most people find their cholesterol drops after a couple of months on Atkins... and for those who don't find that happens (like me), the LDL usually goes down and the HDL up, so you get a lovely lowering of your risk ratio. Although my total cholesterol is quite high, my risk ratio is off the charts in a positive way. When I asked my doc if I should go on eating eggs, cream, butter etc... he said: "Absolutely yes!!!".
I'm sure you'll find that your numbers improve dramatically too.

Feel free to ask any questions that might crop up... we all understand the trials and tribulations of changing way of life, and are happy to help out when we can.

Happy Atkineering!

[Taji]

Welcome Procrastinatrix this will be a Great Journey for you AND your husband...! everyone here is SO Kind and Helpful...! ask them ANY question no matter how small & everyone jumps in with answers! its Great...! Best of Luck to you guys...! YOU CAN DO IT...!!!

[Jace]

Welcome to Procrastinatrix!

Best of luck on your weight loss journey and if you need anything just give a shout!

~Far la bella figura!

[dreamof145]

Hello. Welcome to you and your husband. I'm glad you took the time to read the book and understand how Atkins works. And I can honestly tell you that it does work.

You'll find lots of support and encouragement here. My advice is to get active in the forums, join the challenges, start a journal, educate yourself in all areas so that you can devise a plan that works with your life-style. You'll make lots of friends and find the answers to any questions you might have. Enjoy the journey, become comfortable with the foods and exercise...and keep us posted on your progress! We all want to see you suceed!

[hereIam]

Welcome to the forums! You're doing an awesome job already!

[sillygirl]

Hi Pro and husband! Welcome to the board. It's great that you're doing this together, it will help both of you to stay on track! Post often so we can watch your progress.

[The Procrastinatrix]

Awwww! Thank you all for the warm welcome. I really feel comfortable here. .

the Procrastinatrix is a handle I've been using on the internet for a couple years now. I started a blog called Inspired Procrastination several years ago, as something to do instead of my work. *giggle* I'm an intermittant blogger. Right now it's on a hiatus, but you never know when I'll get all rambunctious and start updating it again. The whole handle is a chunk to type, and one time I laughed my butt off (I wish ) when someone shortened it to Protrix.

My husband and I are doing this together which is always nice. We've teamed up on a lot of projects to great success. With this one, I'll be doing all the research and prep and management. He's under a deadline at work and can't spare a moment. Rather than wait til that project's done, I asked him if he'd be interested in me just preparing all the meals. He's gratefully agreed. I made him promise not to take one bite that's not on my menu for us. He appreciates all the work I'm doing, so he won't want to let me down. And I feel like I'm helping us live longer, better lives and that's my motivation.

I read the book and lurked around these forums for several weeks. I was inspired by the before and after pictures and all the success stories. But also by how encouraging everyone is if someone slips up.

I'm planning on joining the Abs challenge. I figure that even tho we're almost half way thru Feb, I can still challenge myself. Why wait? hmmmmm, if I keep up this way of thinking I may have to change my handle.

[sallyseachange]

Thanks for telling us something about yourself(selves).
Glad you're going to join an exercise challenge... they're fun and motivating.

[Scooterjam]

Welcome! That is awesome that you're doing this with your husband! Looking back and especially now, I think it would be easier to have someone doing this plan with you! Good for you guys, just think, you'll be at some social event several months from now, and everybody will be wondering who the 'new' lovely couple is....what fun! Keep us posted on your journey! Don't feel like you have silly questions, that what these forums are for! Oh yeah (like you haven't heard this already haha) Drink your water! Lots of it!

Good Luck