Hi everyone!

[phatbetty29]

Wow! I've been reading the posts for a couple of days now, and I'm so impressed with how supportive and encouraging you all are to new people.

I first began the "old" Atkins back in 1997 and I lost the 20 lbs that I had struggled with for 2 years. I kept the weight off all this time, despite pregnancies and hardships. Every once in a while, my weight will start to creep up. I NEVER let it get past 5 lbs!! I cut carbs right away and the weight comes off.

I just wanted to say how much I admire the courage you all have shown, and keep up the amazing work!

[imagood1]

Are you back to loose 5 pounds or are you just coming to join in with us (or both!!)? Glad you said hi and have been so successful loosing and keeping your weight off!!

We have a lot of great people here willing to help with anything you may need -- again, thanks for saying hi!!

[JulieB]

Hi & welcome. Feel free to stick around - its nice to have people around here that are on maintenance - you're such an inspiration for those of us still losing

[chinadoll]

Thanks Betty, It's nice having someone else give US a pep talk! LOL