A strange and wonderful thing has happened!

[Beanie]

Today I went outside most of the day with my kids and played Tag. That itself, is a small triumph for me! We walked to the park and played Tag on the Jungle Gym, running and screaming and not having any cares...I kept up with my 2 kids easily today, climbing and jumping up and down that jungle gym and as the day wore on, I suddenly realized that I wasn't tired! I wasn't to the point of exhaustion like other days before. I didn't have the need to go and lay on the couch when we got back home, instead we played on the swing set and had more fun than ever before! Today was a wonderful day in my life as I realized that the steep hill at Andrew's school that we climb each day wasn't really so steep at all. When I got to the top I almost wanted to shout out that I climbed that hill and I wasn't even out of breath!

I am truly amazed at myself when I think about the past (almost) 2 weeks...I have changed my eating habits completely and I don't have any desires to eat junk food. I drink water religiously and that is a <b>huge</b> task for me! I have more energy now than ever before. I walk each day at least a mile and I climb steps for 20 minutes daily. I actually use weights each night and I never thought that would ever be possible. I feel like I have completely changed my entire life. I keep thinking how terrible I look in that picture with Snoopy. How I would never allow myself to look like that again. I am definitely on a new mission in my life and I can't even believe it. Somedays I have to pinch myself because I don't believe that I could ever look different. It is amazing how your life can dramatically change over the course of 2 weeks. It is amazing what I have accomplished so far in this new journey.

Thanks for listening.

 

[Hannosmom]

Sounds like you had a wonderful day! And so inspirational. Reading yours, and Katholyn's, and Glo's posts sure are making me consider Atkins. I'm losing weight, but very slow and my glucose levels are getting hard to control. I bought the Atkins book today and I'll be doing some serious reading tomorrow.

Thanks for the post and I wish you many more "jungle gym" days!


Linda

 

[PRINCESS VIJA]

Hey, that is wonderful news! I am excited for you, and your excitement shows through!!!!! Enjoy your success.

 

[John In Illinois]

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Atkins Beanie!!!

I have more energy than I have EVER had in my life (those close to me say this is a scary thought) LOL

The plan has given me a level of energy that even my son is amazed at!

The fact is that instead of sitting around feeling lazy & watching TV, I am more likely to take a LONG walk, or hit my stairmaster!!!

 

[Kelsie]

I loved reading this post Beanie!

You can just see it in your words that you WILL be successful.

 

[glo]

Beanie, I am so proud of you!!!!!! You have been so good on this diet, and you are already reaping the rewards. You will have your ups and downs...believe me I am an expert at that part) but you will do it. You will be a success, you will achieve your goal and you will be healthier and happier for your achivement. You have done the hardest part....I am so happy for you...so LOOSER...how does it feel ????


hugs

 

[SnackyStacky]

That's awesome Beanie! Congratulations!

 

[Debbie]

Wow! That's terrific, Beanie! It sounds like you are on your "weigh" and being strong

Keep up the good work!

 

[TigH]

Oh, Beanie!!! That is wonderful! YOU ARE DOING IT!!!!! This is the reason I love WISH so much. Your story is so heart warming and beautiful. YOU MADE THIS POSSIBLE!!!!!!! Nobody did this for you! YOU DID IT YOURSELF and you are already reaping the rewards!!!!!

Keep up the great work. Enjoy your newfound energy! Enjoy all the play time you can get!!! Enjoy your new healthy lifestyle and keep sharing this wonderful news with us!!!

Hugs for a happy day!!

 

[NancyK]

Congratulations Beanie! It's so nice to hear that you are benefitting from your new eating habits. Having the energy to play with your kids is awesome! Keep up the fantastic work.

 

[Mackey Mouse]

Oh Beans.. that is just wonderful to read.... touched my heart this Easter Morning.. you keep up the good work.. I am giving myself leave today from Atkins to enjoy some different foods, but Monday morning.. I will be back to the grindstone.. at the gym working out and staying on target...... Hugs and have a great day.. M

 

[Beanie]

Thank you everyone, for your wonderful comments! I just loved reading all of them this morning! It truly is a wonderful day today!

Hugs and Happy Easter, everyone !

 

[karebear1]

Beanie - what a sweet post. Isn't it great to feel involved in your kids lives having fun with them and playing? I'm so very happy for you and your kids! I have felt a real change following Atkins as well, and it has been so wonderful to take this walk with you as my PM buddy! You encourage me everyday with your posts and positive messages to everyone. Isn't this a great board? To be able to come and post your success OR failures and still know that you are totally, unconditionally accepted! So unusual in todays world- that's for sure!! I'm glad that this has been such a positive experience for you. Keep up the good work!

 

[ohMom]

Yea for you! You are reaping the rewards of your new lifestyle, and your children are already benefitting from it! Just think of the memories you made at the park - and many more to come

Together we are really doing it, aren't we?? It's soo awesome to do it together!

 

[Nancy]

All I can add to all these other posts is

WOO HOO!!!!

 

[Mskanga]

Tricia, I think you and I are twins, I cannot drink water if my life depended on it but I'm forcing myself to do it. I don't have a problem with the walking and going up and down the stairs 100 times a day , if I got a dime for everytime I do that, I would be a millionaire by now.
But I can tell you one thing, I definetely feel those 26 lbs gone and everything fits much better.
Great job the one you are doing, this is a great inspiration!

 

[blanq]

Beanie, I am soooo happy for you!

Linda

 

[nativetxn]

Bean, just look what you have accomplished in less than two weeks. You have taken control of your health and you have new energy and such a bright sunny outlook. I'm so proud of you, I really am. Your children are benefitting from the changes you have made, now you can make even more wonderful memories with them everyday. That's a good thing because before you know it your babies will be all grown up but you will still have this mental scrapbook and when you get to missing your little ones you can just remember all the magical memories you made while they were still little.

And just one more little thing, sweetie...

STOP SNEAK WEIGHING! And don't bother trying to fib about it, I know you do it

 

[Liz]

Beanie, that's wonderful!!!! Your post made me smile!!!!