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Old April 3rd, 2007, 05:10 PM
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Howdy! I started Atkins just yesterday after watching my weight dramaticallly rise over the last couple of years. I know I had some part in that escalation so I know it is time to do something to go the other way. Once upon a life ago, I lost 30 lbs using Atkins but succumbed to many things including a bad thyroid, depression and Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey. Darn Monkey!
Anyway, I am a bit terrified of being just 5' 3" and 202 lbs and even more terrified of failing at losing this awful weight.

Sooo...I look forward to using this board and chat as a way to get connected to others who are going through similar situations and to find encouragement to keep going!

Thanks for reading!
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Old April 3rd, 2007, 06:35 PM
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Welcome Abacus. Glad you decided to join us. Its so much easier to change your life-style when you have so many wonderful people to help/support/encourage you as you'll find here. Don't look back...look ahead at the wonderful new you that is soon to be.

Jump in, join the challenges, try new recipes, read the posts/stories/before&after photos. Make friends here and have fun. We're all here for you. Keep us posted on your progress. Best wishes!
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Old April 3rd, 2007, 06:56 PM
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Thanks Becky! You are a true inspiration!
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Welcome Abacus! I am back here for a 2nd round too. This time I am BOUND AND DETIRMINED to lose this weight for good.

Glad to have you here.
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Old April 3rd, 2007, 09:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Abacus
Sooo...I look forward to using this board and chat as a way to get connected to others who are going through similar situations and to find encouragement to keep going!

Thanks for reading!
Oh, man, did you come to the right place!! The people here are amazing!!

WELCOME from Wisconsin!
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Old April 4th, 2007, 02:24 AM
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Warm welcome to you Abacus! So glad you decided to post here along with us. You'll find the people here are very supportive and friendly and you'll get great advice if you have any questions.
Take a tour and join in some stuff... it's all fun and motivating.
Happy losing!
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Old April 4th, 2007, 06:20 AM
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Abacus welcome to the board!! My name is Scooter, greetings from the land of Indiana and welcome into the spotlight. I found this board about a year ago, and with the help of my awesome friends here, and a little motivation and dedication, I have lost 75 pounds so far. I still have another 25 to go to hit goal, but I'm doing it the right way, and I'm so happy with the results.

You have come to the right place my friend. Don't be afraid to check out all the forums and links. Recipes, rules, health questions, private men & womens forums, questions, answers, it's all right here at your fingertips with the click of a mouse!! Pretty sweet!

I'd like to share with you some links and threads you may find helpful....

Rules of induction:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6782
Acceptable foods:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6781
Awesome Recipes:
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/index.html
Caloric Counter/Carbs/Protein/Etc/Reports:
www.fitday.com (Free on-line, this is awesome!!) or some members use this one
http://www.thedailyplate.com

Anyway, congrats on going low carb, make sure you jump around the forums and make your presence known, don't be a stranger! We are very happy to have you with us!!

Best of wishes! Life is good!
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Welcome to ADBB!! Hopefully you find this place as helpful and friendly as we have. Best of luck on your journey!

BTW, I used to live in MN....went to St. Cloud...go Huskies! LOL!
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Old April 4th, 2007, 09:11 PM
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Thanks for the welcome Higgies! You have done an amazing job on Atkins and look terrfic! I am down three pounds so I'm thrilled the scale is going SOUTH for the Spring!
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Hey Abacus! Welcome to the board. Glad to see you've already made some inspiring friends. Keep us posted as to your progress.

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