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In 2008 I trained to run a marathon. I knew I couldn't run the marathon but I did the training anyway. The leader was a councelor and he said many things that helped me. The one I want to pass along to you is one of the most helpful things I've ever learned. You aren't perfect. You are going to make mistakes. You are going…

Okay...Its been my experience that a lot of the weight loss/getting into shape/liking who you are is about changing habits. I was very set in mine and didn't want to change. Subsequently, its taken 6 years to lose 39.6 pounds. Yep, it sounds like you have time management issues. But I don't live your life, you do. Take a…

I too got home late for years. I've been on my new schedule for three weeks and its amazing what getting home at 4:30 instead of six will do for your family. Things I've done are to prepare a couple meals on the weekend. My kids will do leftovers so Chili, Legumes, etc go over just fine. We also do grilled chicken and…

I'm a diabetic. So I don't know how normal folks cope. I know that my endocrinologist says NO FRUIT and NO FRUIT JUICE for me. I do love blueberries and lots of other fruits but I treat them like a dessert and splurge every few months.

Its okay to tell your very own self what you need to hear. Look yourself right in the eye (mirror) and say I can do this. I will do this. And watch how much better you feel. In the words of Winston Churchill...Never, never, never, never, never give up.

Prayers lifted up. Good luck.

Hey Tia: I breastfed both my boys. You have to eat enough, eat healthy and drink lots of liquids. If you are losing and feeding your little love, kudos to you! Keep it up...

I've been toying with the idea of purchasing a pressure cooker. What kind did you buy and are you happy with it? I've done google searches for recipes but can't comment on any of them yet. Tanya

You can do it! Tanya

Hello. I started using this site through my iPhone a couple days ago. Its great. I look forward to participating online as well.