4/19/07....OMG it is finally here

Hi Everyone, Just wanted you all to know that I start my new life change tommorow.  Phase one of a program through the New York Weight Loss Clinic.  Phase 1 is 14 weeks of full meal replacements with Optifast.  I posted a while ago for feedback about anyone who had tried something similiar and got some good responses.  Thanks again to those of you *****sponded.   Even though I am super new to the boards I am assuming that they will become a regular in my life now that I am enbarking on this new adventure.  I am feeling really scared but really ready.  FAILURE  IS NOT AN OPTION!!!!!!!! I plan on posting a pic of myself now and  then one after I complete Phase 1. Hopefully I will see a huge difference in 14 weeks. WISH ME LUCK BECAUSE LORD KNOWS I AM GOING TO NEED IT!!!! Thanks.....Mary Lou :)

Congratulations on your decision.  I am also doing a full liquid fasting diet.  There is another message board that I use with OH.....www.liquiddietdiscussion.com.  They are people using Optifast, Medifast, NL, etc.  You may want to check it out as well.  Good Luck.

Thanks a bunch.  I will check it out for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Best of luck! I think you'll find once you start to have some success, the rest will be easier.  Hang in there!

I'm an insane mama too! You are on your way to a new life girl.  You will succeed.  I have never tried a liquid diet but I have to give you credit for doing this. I wish you not only luck but strength, courage, determination and pride.  You go insane mama!

Hello Mary Lou...goodbye BUTT! heard that old song? I could not resist. I hope it is easier than you think! Come back and whine here, we'll slap you and send you on your merry way again as needed! 

Remember the first few days are rough....I felt like pure stinky doggie doo!!!  IT DOES GET EASIER.....the best part is that first week when you weigh in and see a loss......gives you more inspiration....take it one day at a time....those 14 weeks will fly!!!!  I am on week 5 of 9 (full fasting)....ironically I wouldn't mind continuing for longer than that......but I know it boils down to my fear of getting back to regular food and the fact that the weight loss will slow some......also I'm kinda enjoying not having to prepare everyone's meals (keeps temptation away)....a mini vacation if I say so myself Good luck

You got this baby! Don't let anything keep stand in your way! Good Luck!!!

 

Candy

Thanks so much to everyone for your comments.  I will keep you posted on how I am doing.   You all are the best........Mary Lou aka insanemama70