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  1. 01-04-2012, 12:59 PM #1
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    Default Healthier/Wealthier New Year

    It has been a little over a year since the doctor told me I had to go on diabetes meds and I said no and to give me 90 days. In the first 90 days I lost 25 lbs. and got my blood sugar back in the normal range. In the next 90 days I lost 11 more lbs. I have been maintaining my weight since then.

    Okay, I slacked off a little over the holidays. I gained a few lbs. back, but I am back on track. I went to the doctor today and my blood sugar is perfect and my blood pressure was great. The doctor was very pleased and was shaking his head at the fact that I did what I said I would and I am NOT on diabetes meds.

    Then I got an email from a friend asking me to write something for her website regarding getting healthy - WOO HOO! THEN I got a phone call from some guy friends that have an independent motorcycle shop asking me to come in this afternoon and discuss working for them. Hubby and I both own and ride Harleys.

    I have all the background needed for the job, some ideas on increasing their business, AND they know I have my own business and said they wouldn't have a problem with me handling my online business while working for them! The shop is only a couple of miles from my house too!

    I will report back on the job later. I am off to take an order to the post office and then to my interview.

    It's a new year and it has to be better than last year!
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  2. 01-04-2012, 01:14 PM #2
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    Wow lots of awesome things happening! Congrats and good luck on the job!
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  3. 01-04-2012, 02:56 PM #3
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    Sounds like it's time to rush out and buy a lottery ticket, the way your luck is going! Congrats!
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  4. 01-04-2012, 09:32 PM #4
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    That's awesome!
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  5. 01-05-2012, 06:37 AM #5
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    The job is a done deal! I started training yesterday. With my background and computer knowledge the job will be a snap to learn. The hardest part will be learning the inventory part numbering system; but it is mostly common sense.
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  6. 01-05-2012, 06:37 AM #6
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    You may be right! I will buy one today.


    Quote Originally Posted by Spirit Deer View Post
    Sounds like it's time to rush out and buy a lottery ticket, the way your luck is going! Congrats!
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  7. 01-05-2012, 07:25 AM #7
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    Mary I want to congratulate you on taking charge of your health!!!!
    Loving Wife to Ken 27 yrs & 3 sons
    My furbabies Tigger /Sparky paw:Jack Russel,Beagle,Dashaund mix.
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    Seek ye First the kingdom of God and his righteousness.... Matt 6:33
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  8. 01-08-2012, 06:28 PM #8
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    Didn't win lotto or 50/50 at monthly HOG Chapter meeting, but that's okay!


    Quote Originally Posted by savvy_sniper View Post
    You may be right! I will buy one today.
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  9. 01-08-2012, 06:28 PM #9
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    Thanks so much!

    Quote Originally Posted by Trishagirl View Post
    Mary I want to congratulate you on taking charge of your health!!!!
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  10. 01-08-2012, 10:41 PM #10
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    Congratulations Mary!
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    AND a possible cash job to let out three dogs, play with them for a few minutes and give them a treat M-F. Close to home, on the way to the PT job, etc. Things are coming together. Thank you Lord!
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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  12. 01-09-2012, 10:32 PM #12
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    So, are you going to tell us your weight loss secrets?
    2012 Knitting in progress
    • Leadlight shawl
    • fingerless mitts
    • Amiga cardigan
    • Gilmore vest
    • gray socks, brown socks, gray-and-brown socks, green socks

    2012 Finished (3):
    • Branching Out scarf
    • Vivonne Bay hat
    • Petits trous de printemps scarf
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    No secrets or tricks! I started using Free Calorie Counter, Diet & Exercise Journal | MyFitnessPal.com to track my food and exercise. FIRST you need to know how many calories you are taking in before you can adjust. Also relearning portion sizes is important. I started out weighing and measuring everything. I also drink lots of water.

    Then I started using my treadmill 5 days a week. In the beginning I could only do a few minutes. I gradually added time, speed, and incline.

    I didn't go on any fancy diet program/plan, buy special food, etc. I altered many of my existing recipes to make them healthier. I found new tasty healthy recipes. I added more fruit and vegetables.

    I did pretty much cut out Dr. Peppers. I still have one occasionally.

    I still eat things that I love. I just don't eat them as often or in large quantities. Basically, it's everything in moderation.

    I made a lifestyle change. I did NOT go on a diet.


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    So, are you going to tell us your weight loss secrets?
    Mary

    I won 2nd place! Made it to the top 4 finalists for the ultimate biker makeover!

    www.garage-girls.com

    12/08/10 - Begin diet & exercise program.
    Goal #1 - lose 30 lbs, lower blood sugar, blood pressure, & cholesterol - DONE
    Goal #2 - lose 5 more pounds to put me in the normal range on the BMI - DONE - 5/13/11

    05/16/11 - Down 36 lbs (total) since 12/08/10, under calorie goal almost every day, on treadmill 40 minutes 5 days a week MINIMUM.

    Chase CC - Paid off 06/09
    B of A CC - Paid off 07/09
    Hospital - Paid off 02/10
    Harley - $8,000
    House - Start $127,944 Balance $109,076
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