Success to me is convincing myself to START

[pbeaulieu]

Success to me is when I saw this book at the book store.  I purchased and downloaded it last night.  Sneaking peeks at it while at work.  I actually now have it on my work computer, home computer and droid.  Don't you just love technology.  This is my first attempt at joining a forum.  I look forward to making the time to read some posts.  Maybe I shouldn't be in this category, so please excuse me for being a newbie. 
I am Type II diabetic on meds.  Haven't taken the whole thing seriously though until told insulin would be the next phase.  YIKES!!  Say it ain't so.  So at the age of 62 and my children are in their mid 20's, I need to stick around for a long time.  Plus I love to quilt/sew and have way too much fabric to leave behind.  I am 5'7" and 242 pounds.  Up until my 40's I was a much smaller person around 140 or less.  So I hope my body and mind will cooperate with me at my age and make this a success. 
Thank you for letting me blabber. 

[Andrea]

Yeah for you, pbeaulieu!  I didn't see anything in your self description that will keep you from being successful.  This is the first (and only) forum that I've participated in, too.  I was shy at first but I don't think that describes me anymore.

I'm 59 so being 62 isn't going to matter.  There are former diabetics on the forum and they'll chime in about the improvements they've had by adopting FTS as a lifestyle.  Your mind is already made up so don't second guess your decision -- GO FOR IT!

[Maddysmom]

Hello and welcome!  You will find that this forum is more of a FAMILY, and we are so glad to have you become a part of it!  Everyone here is so friendly and supportive!  You can do this!!! 

[Kim P]

Hi there - its my first experience on a forum also so we can learn about that together.  It has been extremely helpful to me

[SarahC]

Welcome, Pbeaulieu, you'll do great on FTS! This is the last weight loss program you'll ever need! We're glad you're here and look forward to hearing from you often - blabber on! Actually the forum kind of keeps you on track. If you have problems, you can post them and someone will give you a big cyber hug, lots of advice, sympathy and support! You'll also find a few giggles and lots of fun along the way.

I believe several people on FTS with type II diabetes have been able to get off their meds and are now cured, so no worries! Just be patient.

Oh, and take your measurements so if the scale isn't moving, you can still see inches coming off.

[umpa]

pbeaulieu ,name sound cajun?? I am Umpa,Dougs wife.If I can help you please ask.Yes you can cure yourself from diabetes.Yes you can lose the weight.You just have to have the want to.Living to see kids (or grandbabies)grow up is a great motivator!They do eventually grow up!!    God bless the child that owns his own home!Can't sew though ,Doug does that for me
I have a column on the homepage called ask umpa where I can convert your favorite foods to Fat to Skinny friendly.Enjoy the forum and come often! We have a great group of people here

[mouseissue]

Welcome to the family, pbeaulieu!!!

I'm 60 years old and could not imagine eating any other way!
I've been living the FTS lifestyle for about 1 1/2 years and am loving it!

I WAS type 2 diabetic and taking Metformin.
Also had high BP and my bad (LDL) cholesterol was high and the good (HDL) low.

After living the FTS way for about 6 months, my doctor took me off Metformin and declared I was no longer diabetic!
My BP and other numbers DRAMATICALLY improved too!

I feel like a new person!.
I can almost keep up with my 25 and 31 year old sons!

If you commit to this and NEVER give up, you'll get a new lease on life too!

I'm looking forward to hearing about your FTS journey!

Tony

[Doug Varrieur]

Welcome to the family pbeaulieu, I'm so glad you've joined us

[umpa]

Our kids can't keep up with Doug and I