60 Inches

[sleepsinthemiddle]

60 inches....that is what my waist measured at this morning. I'm 5 feet around and I am only 5'3" tall. I am also 46, a grandmother and single (hence the nickname).

I'm not new to lowcarb. I've done Atkins in the past and I was successful at it. I lost 50 pounds but after resuming my old eating habits for a few years, I have regained it all back plus more.

I've restarted induction today. I'm tired of being bloated and having to struggle onto my feet, just to get out of bed, to go to the bathroom and being barely able to walk now. It is no way to live. I don't even know what I weigh anymore because I cannot find a scale that goes over 350 pounds and I think I am closer to 450 (or possibly even more then that).

I want to lose this weight to be able to play with my grandson and not have the weight hinder me as it does now. I am also moving to a new city in a couple of years and I want to be much smaller when I do move because it is a lovely city to be walking around in (Stratford, Ontario) and I want to be able to do that easily and comfortably. Eventually I would like to date and find my Mr. Right but I don't want to do it at this weight. I'm very uncomfortable being this size and my self esteem reflects that.

Thanks for listening. I am going to read the Second Time Around forum now.
I'm glad to be here.

[Sherri]

Welcome Sleepsinthemiddle! When I began Atkins I couldn't get the tape measure around my waiste. It's all changed now, it will for you too! I'm so glad that you've joined us here. Get involved on the board, join some challenges. It's a great way to meet people and stay focused. I look forward to seeing you here!

[Hoping]

Hey! Welcome
You'll love it here. You'll find lots of support and make friends.
You should drop by the Century Club as well. We have a challenge going on there. It's called "Don't wait till/for 2008."
See you around

[Atkid]

Hi, just wanted to welcome you to the board. You have been successful in the past with Atkins so you know how it works but any questions you may have come on in, there is always someone around who can help out. See you around the board!

[sallyseachange]

Warm welcome to the board Sleepsinthemiddle!

[scaleskl]

Welcome aboard and good luck!!!

[hopejoy]

Welcome Sleepsinthemiddle! We're glad you're here! Sounds like you are really motivated. Second time around club is great! Come and join us. Keep us posted on your progress!
liz

[MrsBrittney]

Welcome! I'm new to these forums as well (just about to post my own introduction) and I'll be in the "Second Timers" club as well so we may see more of each other! =)