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Oh, PLEASE don't give up! My daughter is a marathon runner, so I ask her what she does....she said she just ignores it. So, guess I am not much help!

I am following the tracker on MFP. Three days in and I feel good. Can't wait till Friday to see how much I have lost. I eat everyday foods....I love peanut butter and I had some for breakfast yesterday. I know if I say I can't have the things I enjoy, I won't stick to it. Moderation and keeping track of calories,and carbs.

Funny you should mention that about the 1200 calories. I was at my doctor this week and she told me to limit to 1200 calories and very low carbs. I think her goal is to get a certain amount of weight off quickly. My daughter, who is highly into nutrition and fitness is going to help me plan my program today.

Unfortunately, iquiltoo, I am already there. I am also in my 50s, have bone on bone in both knees and high blood pressure. I am determined, though, to reverse this and enjoy my "old age." My daughter is finding me workouts I can do from a chair. I WILL do this! :wink:

Thanks, Shadus. You have very profound words of wisdom! I, too, have lost only to gain back...more.... I am older, and would like to enjoy my "golden years" . :laugh:

Thank you both so much....thinking in positive terms and working in small chunks instead of looking at the whole thing are not my norm, but makes sense. My daughter has me looking in a mirror when I first wake up and when I go to bed and say " I love you and you are worth it!" Very different for me and very difficult, but…

This makes so much sense! Will definitely try to think in positive terms.

This is awesome! I joined a while back but never did anything. I am now ready. Could I ask how long it has taken you to lose this?