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Just starting on my journey
« on: November 19, 2012, 03:29:53 PM »
waoh!!! this seems really interesting. Just started today, keeping fingers crossed i start getting results asap. so scared really need to  lose this weight. have about 40 pounds plus to shift. need all the motivation i can get? if  i might ask what is the advised portion measurement for meals.

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #1 on: November 19, 2012, 04:05:28 PM »
Welcome to the FTS family, queen!!! :) :) :) :) :) :)

The simplest answer to your question is... Eat only enough to not be hungry.

If you follow these steps, you'll figure that out quickly;
http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=4037.msg39438#msg39438

and Doug's "5 Rules To GUARANTEE Success";
http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=1072.msg8767#msg8767

To help you with the mental adjustments to the FTS lifestyle, participate in our discussions often.

If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
You'll find awesome support on this forum! :)

We really do care about helping each other get, and stay healthy.
We're here to help you reach your goal every step of the way... and beyond.

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #2 on: November 19, 2012, 04:11:16 PM »
Welcome queen - I find reading the posts a great inspiration and a good way to keep on track.



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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #3 on: November 19, 2012, 05:35:31 PM »
Welcome, queen.  Tony gave you what you need to get started.  Come visit us as often as you can.  It really does help the change process that you will be going through.


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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #4 on: November 19, 2012, 08:10:31 PM »
Welcome Queen! :) :) :) I am new also and already lost 6 pounds the first week... I read these every day just to make sure I am doing it right and to see how folks are doing to help encourage also... write us any time and congratulations on getting started.. the first step isthe friggin hardest i think..

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #5 on: November 19, 2012, 08:17:45 PM »
Welcome to the forum family Queen  :D

Don't be afraid...we are right here with you.   ;)

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #6 on: November 19, 2012, 09:40:21 PM »
welcome to our little online family. i have never felt so welcomed before from such a great support group. you are going to love it here and will learn endless things every day . visit often  ;D stephanie in new jersey

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #7 on: November 20, 2012, 09:46:44 AM »
Welcome Queen.  If inspiration is what you need, you came to the right place.  I have found these folks to be super friendly and supportive.  They provide thoughtful answers to your questions, and offer a shoulder to cry on.  You will do great here.

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #8 on: November 20, 2012, 10:17:00 AM »
Welcome Queen! I am Umpa,Dougs wife if I can help you please ask.I have a column on the homepage called ask umpa where I can convert your favorite foods to fat to skinny friendly.You are going to do great! :)

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #9 on: November 20, 2012, 10:32:37 AM »
Welcome to the FTS Family ! Just don't get impatient stick with it and don't let the first few days scare you cause after those are one by tis easy peasy




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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #10 on: November 20, 2012, 10:17:22 PM »
Welcome to our forum Queen, everyone is here to support your journey :)
Keep The Faith, Stay The Course, Spread The Word on Facebook and Twitter  8)

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #11 on: November 21, 2012, 08:51:33 AM »
So overwhemled by all the responses.  8)  thanks so much . will definetely be in touch as much as possible

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Re: Just starting on my journey
« Reply #12 on: November 21, 2012, 09:38:11 AM »
You are gonna do great and we are gonna help. ;)