Just had to share my good news XX
By weemam
@weemam (13372)
March 14, 2009 3:24pm CST
I am not usually one to brag about myself but I just had to share .
As most of you know I care for 4 of my family who are disabled ,my parents who both have Alzheimer's and my son and my hubby ,
I am always busy running around but one year ago yesterday the 13th I decided I was going to do something for ME ,
I started to slim , to cut out Carbohydrates and sugar and eat healthy , no tea or coffee ( this is allowed ) but I wanted to be healthy .
exactly one year on I have lost 4st 2lbs , (58lbs)and I am down from a size 24 to a size 14 , I have so much more energy and I feel so good , so don't let anyone tell you that you are too old to diet ,
Sorry if this post is a bit like blowing my own trumpet but I am just so happy and excited I wanted to share xx
Wee xx
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49 responses
@mummymo (23706)
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14 Mar 09
You know how proud all of the family are of you don't you Mam? You have been so good - I know I couldn't have made the sacrifices that you have. You are healthier but you are also looking hot! I could add a photo of the new you if you like???? Love you and so proud of you! xxx
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@whiteheather39 (24403)
• United States
14 Mar 09
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! I know just how you feel isn't it a wonderful feeling ?Three years ago I lost 59 lbs, size 22 to 10/12 and I have kept if off! Around Thanksgiving through New Year I can pack on 4 or 5 lbs but I always manage to get off without any bother. I am so proud of you. Plus you are a wonderful, wife, mother and daughter and I know everyone who knows you thinks the same as I do! 
xxOOxx3 people like this
@GardenGerty (157481)
• United States
15 Mar 09
I think it is because of their Scottish bloodlines. LOL
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@CatsandDogs (13963)
• United States
14 Mar 09
Ok you two.... lol.... how did you do it? Hubby and I both need to lose at least 40lbs each but I don't know how to do it. He has some ideas but darn if I do. lol Can you give me some pointers? Please? 
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@neededhope (1085)
• United States
14 Mar 09
That is great and wonderful to here. IT's great to be healthy and to lose weigh and feel healthy. That is incredible that you were still able to lose the weight even though with the stresses of your everyday life. That is incredible! I will be telling my mom because she has been taking care of my grandma for 7 years and she has Alzheimers and to now know someone else who is taking car of both of your parents and son and husband and still able to lose weight will surely give her some more motivation to do so.
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@weemam (13372)
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14 Mar 09
Thanks neededhope and nice to meet you ,
I did it because I needed to do something FOR ME that I could control , I admire your Mum too pal as it is a hard job to look after people with Alxheimer's but we do it because we love them and are giving the care and love they gave us
Wee xx
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@sxrxnrr45601 (1171)
• United States
14 Mar 09
WOW great job it is hard to do at any age. And I hope you continue to do such a great job of taking care of yourself. Just remember you are better taking care of others when you take care of yourself!
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@wolfie34 (26771)
• United Kingdom
14 Mar 09
Who says you can't blow your own trumpet? Point them to Wolfie and I'll howl at them! Congratulations nan! Most of us tend to be overly modest about our achievements in life and seem to downgrade them or shrug them off, you have given hope to others by your discussion and people will read it I am sure with interest. I could never diet myself I love my food to much, for me exercise is far more preferable and healthy and it fights off my depression and I can eat whatever I want, even chocolate LOL and mums homemade cooking. So if you have a spare trumpet or a trombone I'll come over and we could make up an orchestra xxxx
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@Thoroughrob (11742)
• United States
16 Mar 09
I am so happy for you! I am more happy that you are taking some time to yourself and taking care of you for a change. You have every right to blow your own trumpet!!
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@Thoroughrob (11742)
• United States
17 Mar 09
Just to let you know, my son is going in for surgery. We have to be there Wed. and surgery is Thurs.. They are putting rods in his back and it is very risky for him because of some of his other problems. We will be gone no less than a week, maybe more. Please say a few prayers for him. I sure am glad that you are back and taking good care of yourself.
@abbey19 (3106)
• Gold Coast, Australia
14 Mar 09
Congratulations Margaret! I was so excited when I read your discussion, hearing that you have lost so much weight over the past year - it's incredible! Did you use the diet I sent you or something else?
Blow your own trumpet all you want, because you will be an inspiration to many here, and I'm so proud of you.
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@weemam (13372)
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14 Mar 09
Hiya pal and thanks xx ,
It is an on-line forum I joined , The people on it are all so supportive to each other ,
We swap recipes and help each other along the way when it gets difficult but to be honest I didn't find it hard after the first couple of weeks :)
Wee xx
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@worldwise1 (14885)
• United States
15 Mar 09
I'm really happy about your good news, weemam, and, hopefully, some of your willpower and determination will rub off on me.
I have also been losing weight gradually, but I lack the discipline that I need to put aside the negative habits that have an adverse effect on my health. Your success story has encouraged me and challenged me to do even better! You are right to be proud of your accomplishment.
I have also been losing weight gradually, but I lack the discipline that I need to put aside the negative habits that have an adverse effect on my health. Your success story has encouraged me and challenged me to do even better! You are right to be proud of your accomplishment.2 people like this
@tyc415 (5706)
• United States
14 Mar 09
You have every reason to blow your own trumpet. That is great what you have done for yourself. I wish I could work on myself and get my health up there where I can at least do things. I admire you Margaret and I applaude you lady, fine job you have done. Keep up the good work.3 people like this
@bing28 (3795)
• Philippines
15 Mar 09
Admiring you for taking care 4 of your loved ones. A great daughter, mom and wife. So patient, so loving, you're a role model. Yet, still enjoying life and appreciating getting slimmer, this is one post inspiring readers. While there are few complaining of their hardship in taking care of a disabled family member, here's a super lady taking care of four and yet can think and do slimming for herself. That's turning negative to positive. Keep it up, weemam...You deserve all the blessings...
@mansha (6298)
• India
15 Mar 09
you are an inspiration. I also am trying to loose weight but my waist is probably 38, gross. I also have cut back on my diet and I hoe someday I also will be sharing my news here on mylot. I also go for walks to reduce my weight lets see if it works.
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@vanities (11395)
• Davao, Philippines
15 Mar 09
hi weemam..that is great news and i congratulate you for being successful and everything..i guess this battle of losing weight is for everyone who is overweight and everything..my weight is like a yoyo..but atleast im 15 pounds overweight and i need to lose some weight too.. and im trying although not so hard ...your my inspiration then to lose seriously some weight..that is to be fit and healthy..keep it up!!!
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@liquorice (3887)
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14 Mar 09
Wow, you sound like a lovely person, really inspirational for looking after all those people. I sometimes get stressed just from bringing up my one child and helping another family member who often needs help!
It's great that you lost so much weight and are feeling so much healthier, well done. You have every right to blow your own trumpet!
You have every right to blow your own trumpet!2 people like this
@HelloMickey (1655)
• Hong Kong
15 Mar 09
wow, it is so good~~ congrats~
I forced my hubby to lose weight by controlling his diet. He won't eat 4 hours before bed, I think it is good too.
