Forgot to introduce myself...

MarielenaC

Hi everyone I forgot to introduce myself. I jumped right in to reading and replying to everyone elses intro.

i have two beautiful girls and a husband that i adore. I ve made the mistake, that so many others have, which is I have been so wrapped up in taking care of them, that I completely ignored myself the last ten years. I want to be me again. The 125lb woman who had all the confidence in the world. Who was not afraid to speak up, and stood up for herself. I want to be the woman that others adored and looked to as well. I have lost track of who I am completely, and need to rediscover myself whether it be the woman I once was, or a completely different person who I can be happy with. And its time for a change...

I have two wonderful girls that I need to set an example for. I want them to have a mom that they are proud of, who is confident, and happy with herself.

I just found out I have high cholestorol. Whats frustrating is I know what I need to do, how im suppose to do it, its just a matter of bringing myself to doing everything I need to. I ve been trying to lose weight over the last 8 years. I lose a few then gain it back, something im sure many are familiar with. Its just so frustrating!!! But what I find overwhelming now is trying to figure out what I can eat now that I have high cholestorol. The Dr's are quick to tell you what you cant have that you feel like all you can have from now on is a carrot stick and a glass of water for the rest of your life.

Which is why im here. I need to be me again. I need to get it together and with support, and encouragement I know I can get there. I need all the help I can get friends, and I want to offer my support as well.

Im just glad that I found a place full of people who are embarking on the same journey, who I can relate to, and not feel so alone...

Lets do this

balance9

Welcome, my friend!! You will find lots of support here. Tracking food, learning about portion sizes, and sharing with friends who have common goals makes all the difference.:drinker:

drvvork

:flowerforyou: Hello and welcome! You can do it! :bigsmile:

lwebsmfp

Welcome to MFP! It's a great tool to use in learning how to be healthier. You'll find a lot of information and support here. Good luck to you!