QuiltMama61

Aw, I'm so sorry about the loss of your dear grandma. Please don't beat yourself up. Yes, you've fallen off the wagon...now get up, dust yourself off, and climb back up there. You can do this! I am sure your grandma is smiling down on you and wishing you all the best. :-) Julie

Hey TXLADYBUG and YOOPERBRAT, I would love to have you both as friends. It sounds like we all have a bit in common. I am very new to this website and not sure how to add people but I'll try.

Wow, Kym712, that FABULOUS you've been able to get off some of your meds! I take Glipizide, Metformin, and a blood pressure med, and a cholesterol med. I sure hope I can get off some or all of those someday too.

Greetings! I am Julie and I too, am a Type II diabetic, have been for over 10 years (I'm 51 y.o.). I also have Fibromyalgia. I would LOVE to have some more friends with similar issues for support and encouragement! I'm only on Day 4 of my new eating plan---I'm going gluten-free as I've heard that the GF lifestyle has been…

Hi Betsymill! It sounds like I am in the very same boat as you. I've struggled with my weight all of my adult life since the birth of my first child at age 19. I am now 51 and heavier than I've ever been in my life. I also have several health issues that are no doubt related to my obesity. I am very new at this MFP website…

I was going to suggest the Leslie Sansone DVD's but several have beat me to it. I am obese (over 300 lbs) and the LS walking tapes are perfect for me. Best wishes for your mom & dad! :-)