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HI John - I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes April 1985. It has been a long journey and I have struggled with my weight for most all of it. Thank you for the post, it is encouraging. Cherie

Well, prior to our first child I was at about 130, got pregnant and went to a whoppiing 200! I'm diabetic (type 1, so I'm not sure how much I can blame on that). I got down to about 160 and then was prenant with our 2nd. Now keep in mind the first was born in November and our second was born that following December, I was…

The salty makes me want the sweet. It drives me crazy!

I am 5'8.5". I am on board for the "not getting on the scale" challenge! I do not like to get on it...afraid that it won't go down. I have been more engaged with trying to get in shape since joining this sight last week though. I haven't gotten on the scale since then. I am a bit excited to see what the Thursday morning…

YOU LOOK AMAZING!! Thanks for the inspiration!

I haven't heard of it but will be watching the replies. :)

Me too!

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I just discovered this weekend that Ruby Tuesdays also has some pretty nice lower calorie options. I had the Grilled Salmon W/ White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes and Fresh Grilled Zucchini – 459 calories! It was delicious!!

I vote yes for a new thread. :~)

Truly inspirational! Great job!

That's awesome! Thanks for the encouragement!

thank you to everyone for the response!

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Ohh, I'm bored at work and think I will go try these in the back room in a bit. Thanks!

congrats on the loss!

Good luck Julie, I wish you the best! Welcome to MFP!

I am in! I need something/someone to hold me accountable. Starting Weight: 208 Goal Weight: 175 3/17: 208 3/24: 3/31: 4/7: 4/14: mini goal - 198 4/21: 4/28: 5/5: 5/12: mini goal - 185 5/19: 5/26: 6/2: 6/9: goal - 175

That's awesome, congratulations! I hope to follow in your footsteps for my first week...I just joined yesterday.

Awesome - thanks!

Hi Tracy - I joined yesterday as well! I am a 29 year old mother two boys and actually am looking to lose about 70 pounds in the long run. Feel free to add me as a friend. Cherie

The personal trainer that I used to have told me that some people will experience this if they are not exhaling completely while "crunched up". I agree with checking on techniques.

I enjoy a handful of whole natural almonds daily for my mid-morning snack.

Hi Sarah, my name is Cherie. I joined MFP today and am hoping that it gives me the support that I so desperately need. Congrats on losng the first 17 pounds! I hope that I am right behind you. :)