True newbie - started 12 minutes ago

[scottinflorida]

Two weeks ago I was in Barnes & Noble and saw Doug's book on the shelf.  That cover picture really got my attention and I bought it.

Now here it is a few minutes past midnight on September 1, and I am at the beginning of this journey.  I am 5'9" and around 257, the fattest i have been in my life (47 years old).

I'm really not a newbie at losing weight; I've done it lots of times before.  This one sure seems like the logical way to get it off and keep it off though.

Looking forward to getting to know you guys better as I go from FAT to SKINNY!

Scott

[beebs]

Hi. 

[katary]

Scott i was in the same boat your in about 4 months ago:( after sailing off with FTS I've lost over 80lbs in that time & i feel so much better & am able to the things i " use to" do:) i was 47 at that time 6'3" and weighed 275lbs>>>> today i am at 188 lbs and have learned sooooo much from this forum,keep coming back for support and info...& to share your journey with all of us:) just remember its not a "diet" its a lifestyle change...out with the old & in with the new!!!!

*** good will conquer evil & the truth will set you free... welcome buddy you've just found the key to finding yourself:)

[ShihTzuMom1]

Welcome scottinflorida!  You have come to the right place.  Doug's book has really changed our lives (thanks Doug & Umpa).  Everyone is so supportive on this forum.  You will find their encouragement and recipe ideas very helpful along the way.

[Doug Varrieur]

Hello Scott, welcome to the party I know at the very beginning of any new quest the journey sometimes seems insurmountable but I promise you if you embrace thislifestyle change, be Honest with yourself and listen to your new FTS family you'll become a skinny guy! Looking forward to your success 

[umpa]

Welcome scottinflorida! You would think as hot as it is in florida the fat would melt off huh? I am umpa dougs wife and I have a column on the homepage where I convert your favorite recipes to fat to skinny friendly.If I can help you please ask.

[Joanne]

Welcome!

[scottinflorida]

Thanks everyone!  Great to get a nice warm welcome!

Today has gone pretty well so far.  For breakfast I had a couple of sausage patties, and lunch was a can of tuna and some turkey lunchmeat rolled up in cheese slices.  Had 24 almonds for an afternoon snack (2g net carbs), and tonight I am about to cook up some SPAM.  Should be well under 20g today.

One day at a time!

Scott

[beebs]

Spam? 

[scottinflorida]

Oh yeah!  No carbs, and I think it tastes great (although I will admit I am the only one in my family of 4 that likes it).

http://cooking-basics.suite101.com/article.cfm/cooking_with_spam

[Doug Varrieur]

I admit it I like Spam and eggs 

[katary]

geez beebs where have you been?   SPAM has been around forever:)

[beebs]

I know that! I just cant believe someone is actually going to eat it!

[Cyndi]

Welcome to the family Scott ! Lord bless you !!    \/

[romarc]

WELCOME, Scot, from another Floridian (Palm Beach Cnty).  DH luvs his Spam - I buy one can a year and keep in the Hurricane Box!!