Namaste_Heart11 Member

I would like to offer you one of the best suggestions I have ever been given: Be kind and gentle to yourself. Life often doesn't follow the path that we hope... Detours are part of the journey, and getting back on the horse is a great first step! <3

I am a quote fanatic... love this & thank-you for sharing!

I'm also vegan and am on here everyday... support is a great thing!! :)

You didn't fail at keeping the weight off; rather, you succeeded at surviving a difficult year <3

Nice work & congrats on your loss! :)

Hello there! I am vegan (transitioned from vegetarian). Under the assumption that you are just starting out, I would suggest that you begin the transition slowly (Think: Meatless Mondays). If you choose to jump in with both feet, ensure that you are getting enough protein - I had to start adding vegan protein shakes in…

You've likely heard the old adage that "Sometimes family is the friends that you choose"... I really feel that's true. Do you have others in your life to whom you can turn for support? Also, there are great people here on MFP who are very supportive and full of creative ideas. Is there a way that you can plan for your…

I am also vegan, but I usually don't go over my carb goal (which is currently set at 50%). From what sources do most of your carbs come? One suggestion that I can make (if you're not doing it already) is to switch to shirataki noodles... love those ($1.28/bag at Wal-Mart) Perhaps try upping your carb goal and adjusting the…

I cannot begin to imagine how difficult it must be to try to decide what to do with your sister's now too big clothes... I am so sorry for your loss, and my heart goes out to you <3 I would offer to you this: The pieces of clothing are pieces of times past... I wonder what your sister would say to you regarding this? Would…

I love Amy's soups (No Chicken Noodle is my favorite) & also the medium-spice chili of the same brand... quick & easy!

The bar code scanner is a sanity saver! Great start to your first month & it sounds like you're loving the rewards of the work enough to stick with it :)

Oh, that's such a tough situation! I think it's very difficult to not revert back to past behaviors ~ try not to be too hard on yourself... you're already on the right track thinking about ways to change the next time you're faced with that dilemma <3 Change is a process, and it's not perfect. Personally, I try to find…

Love this post! <3 Thanks for sharing...you both look amazing!

I see a difference... and you found a way to creatively keep yourself moving during cold months ~ that's awesome!! :+1:

Very sorry to hear of your loss... light & love to you & your family during this difficult time <3

Also a quirky introvert <3

Awesome work!! :)

Your inner child is whiny because she has a need... nurture her with love and compassion, and your outlook will improve as she heals. Food will serve to fuel anger later when you're thinking "Why did I eat that?!?"

30 lbs. is amazing!! Big changes & love the new hair style! :)