Thought I should introduce myself to everyone here, since I know I'll be spending a lot of time here sharing this long journey with everyone here. I have lots of weight to lose, and I know it's going to take me quite a bit of time to lose it. I'm just glad I finally found the key to losing it.

I wrote this book of an intro to my journal, it didn't quite start out that way... it was just that once I started writing, it seemed I couldn't stop until I got it all out. So since it's so long I figured it wouldn't be a good idea to post it both here and there. But if you're interested... it's under 'The end of my war, the begining of my freedom.' in the K-L's. ( http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=143924 ). It really is rather long, sorry about that.

I'm glad this fourm has this group though, it's nice to know I'm not alone, and will have people to share in my ups and downs (mostly downs in weight I hope) through how ever long it's going to take me to lose this extra person I carry around with me.

Thanks everyone,
lorelei

Welcome to the TDC lorelei!!!!!!!! We understand where you're coming from and you'll receive great support here....I'm off to read your journal now!

Welcome Lorelei!
It took a HUGE amount of courage to share your story. Thank you!
I am so thankful that your family is reaping the benefits of this WOE. It is great that your DH is committed to it as well. It really helps in the long run. My DH started with me and then fell off the wagon. I am gently trying to coax him back, but I don't want to nag. It has to be a personal choice and it will mean so much more to him when it is. I do have a few funny stories to share....
I fixed the boys (DH and DS) their supper one night. (They attend Bible study at our church on Wednesdays, I am unable to attend as I get off work too late.) So I fixed their supper which is High Carb and then fixed me a BEAUTIFUL tuna salad on a bed of lettuce with cheese and tomatoes all around the tuna fish. It looked like it came out of a magazine. I was fixin' to dig in when they came walking through the door. (I never know when they will get home as DH likes to gab and sometimes stops by Walmart). When they saw my LC supper and what I had fixed for them they were miffed. DH made the comment that I am saving all the good food for me. I gently explained that it was his choice to eat pasta, potatoes and such, not mine. If he wants to join me then he too can have lovely salads and dinners like mine. Hee hee!
Well, anyway... I wish you much success.
Be blessed,
Tanya

Welcome Lorelei, we're on your side. You'll find lots of support here.

Hi Lorelai,
I read your "book" (aka first journal entry) and found it fascinating. I did not have precisely any of your experiences, such as losign weight during pregnancy, but I share your feeling of having been given wrong headed advice and disbelieved for many years.
I wish you the best of luck and I'll stop by your journal again.

Diane

Welcome home Lorelei, you've come to the right place. This is a great group of supportive, friendly and helpful people. They care about our TDC family!

Mary B

Hi lorelei. Welcome to the TDC. You have definitely found the right place here. The folks are so supportive. Now that you have the tools, it's simply a matter of using them each day. If you haven't yet visited http://fitday.com, I encourage you to. It has truly opened my eyes to how my body reacts to the way I eat. Good luck in your journey!

Welcome and congratulations on taking control of yourlife. you will find great support here.

Hi lorelei. Welcome to the TDC. This place is just full of interesting information that makes this WOE something that you can stick with for a long time to come. Can't wait to see your progress. Best of luck!

Welcome lorelei,

I too am new to this sight. I can really relate to you. It is really nice to know that there are others that are going through the same thing. Good luck and keep me posted. I really do love this message board. It really inspires me.

CONGRATULATIONS LORELEI

Way to go girl!!! Your measurements and how you feel are just as good of gauges as your number on the scale. So happy for you husband too! It's hard to impress a nurse. Try to pop in on the forum everyday, it is amazing how much of an uplift you get from it, just to know that we are all in the same boat, and facing the same struggles.

Good luck and GREAT START!!

Mary B

Welcome! I'm new too and I love it here. It IS a journey isn't it? tina