Here I am.....

[Siccaluvn]

Hello! I started ATK in April, first diet I ever tried- but thought what the heck? I love cheese and veggies, and have never been a fan of LF or FF anything!! I had been gaining weight little by little the past several years, and since I'm not getting any younger I really wanted to do something about it.

I've been reading posts on the ADBB since May, and finally have joined and am posting my first thread! Yay!!

You guys are all so amazing, and have inspired me to keep going when it has gotten tough. I'm almost there, and I feel great! I may not have come this far if it weren't for this web site. Lately (with the Holidays in mind) I've had thoughts about giving up, PASS ME THE MASHED POTATOES, but no...I won't let it happen....so here I am to get more help and inspiration. I'm so close to my goal I can't lose focus now!!

Thanks to you all for being such supportive people- lives are changing here on this web site, in a really positive way. I'm looking forward to making some buddies- I have NO ONE in my life that is on a low carb diet, it's pretty tough!!

[sallyseachange]

Sicca! Welcome! So glad you finally de-lurked and decided to post.

You've come so far already... hearty congratulations! I know you'll see goal very soon and it's good to know we'll be here to see that happen.

I hear you on the "no one in my life is on a low carb diet". I'm in the same boat, 'cos here in Italy no one low carbs. It isn't easy at first, but you find ways of coping in the end, and success is all the more satisfying for the difficulties.

You can do it!

[Siccaluvn]

Thanks so much! That is really the hard part- not having an actual person here to do this with me. My BFF started WW the same time I started ATK, I tried to get her to do the Low Carb with me, but she wasn't able to give up things like bread and cereal....and hats off to her she's lost about as much as I have!! It's tough when we get together though, she's all about LF and I'm like "bring on the butter"

Sometimes I make a great low carb recipe and I'm so excited about it- I just want to share it with someone who would appreciate it like I do.....

[bradybunch]

Glad you decided to post and share your story Sicca, I understand what you are saying about not having anyone to do it with. That is where ADBB can and will be a huge asset for you. We are all in this together. You have come to far, stick it out and knock that goal post down. I am rooting for you.

[dreamof145]

Hi Sicca. Welcome. Yes, I totally understand the feeling of being the only low-carber too. But, this is my way of life now and I am completely happy with it and it agrees with me. We all have the little head-voices that occassionally surface wanting us to eat off plan, but as the ol' saying goes...nothing tastes as good as being thin feels. Nothing!! When I compare my life now to what it was a few years ago...there is no comparison. Every time we conquer temptations, it makes us that much stronger to deal with the next one that comes along. After 3+ years...I no longer have to think about it, I just eat what I know will keep me healthy and prevent me from going back to the miserable life I had before Atkins. Best wishes to you -- don't look back...go forward to goal!

[Chicklady]

Hi Sicca! Long time to lurk! You're loss number looks fantastic. You should have posted earlier, if only just to brag!!

[sillygirl]

Welcome Sicca! Wow, you probably get the award for longest lurker! I'm glad you came out of hiding.

You will have plenty of supportive buddies around here. You might want to start a Journal for yourself at Journal Chat Forum. The comaraderie is the best part of this board no matter what thread you are viewing.

Best of luck!

[Siccaluvn]

Thanks so much, I know I know....I actually tried to sign up a while ago and somehow the activation email never made it to my inbox, so I spent MORE time reading and wishing i could post something....But you know what, even if i'm just reading everyone else's posts I can relate to so many people on all sorts of levels!! The search thread option is excellent to look for answers to questions others may have posted and you wanted to ask!!

Thanks again for the warm welcome~ and FYI-- My hubby got me a puppy for my birthday last month, and I have to admit he keeps me very active and makes my walks MUCH more enjoyable...I suggest getting a dog- as an exercise buddy- if you don't have anyone else around (and of course if your schedule and living situation allows)!! He never says NO to a walk..in fact he sits by the door with those big eyes when walk time is approaching- talk about motivation!!

[jlyn]

Welcome Sicca! Glad u finally decided to join. As you already know the support is wonderful! Now we can all support you directly. You have actually been around the boards longer than I have. I could not handle just viewing the posts I had to have them aimed directly at me too . I understand how you feel being alone physically on this diet. Here you will recieve more love than you know what to do with. I look forward to seing your posts! Make sure you check out the exercise challenges... they are pretty fun.