Beth's Story - Page 12 - ThinnerTimes

MiladyB · 01-10-2007, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mavisavis

Beth,

Wow, it is amazing how quickly your journey has flown and all the progress you have made. It's like a rebirth to watch and listen to someone live it. I use it as inspiration and motivation as I get further out. You are awesome and I can just hear the joy in your voice and the energy you've gained from this. I am so proud of all you've accomplished. I only wish I lived close enough for us to see each other and be there in person. I feel such a closeness to you. You are such an honest and real person.....I loveya girl. We gotta get together sometime....until then, keep being healthy.

Oh Marty, my dear friend! I too wish we lived closer but one day I vow that we will meet!

You have been such a strong support for me, someone to help me through the rough times and I am so thankful for your prescence, your wise words and your inspiration. I love you!

MiladyB · 01-10-2007, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by LisaBoston

Beth, my podmate...how proud I am of you and your journey. How far you have come and how supportive you are to everyone. You really are a dream and an excellent role model for us all.

The number on the scale, is just a number...your health is what speaks volumes...although 165lbs is nothing to sneeze at!

Size 14 - too bad we didn't live closer, we could share clothes !

So proud of you sweetie....lets go into this next year together and one of much greater health!

Lisa, I couldn't have a better podmate!! I have so appreciated you from my first day on this forum. It has been an honor to travel this journey with you. I have seen my struggles and accomplishments in you. It has helped me more times than you probably ever know reading your thoughts on this journey. You are a wise woman who looks at things with an open and honest mind. I so appreciate that in you.

I am as proud of you as I am of myself. And together we will remain!

MiladyB · 01-10-2007, 10:14 PM

Between Twilight And Dawn

A rain dance upon my bedroom window,
endeavored to nudge me from sleep.
As the night gave birth to morning,
I burrowed under the covers in retreat.

Nestled in that impervious time,
between the twilight and the dawn.
Winsome notions and tranquil visions,
of a life of happiness, were spawned.

A soft face, filled with a brilliant smile,
any furrows had been tenderly erased.
Beckoned me with a warm, extended hand,
to join her in a secure and peaceful place.

My eyelids fluttered, as I resisted awaking,
refusing to relinquish what played, in my mind.
Longing to grasp the hand of the stranger,
entranced by the possibilities I might find.

As my arm stretched forward, my hand trembled.
Our fingers brushed softly, as I awakened to see,
that the hand and face, I so fervently longed for,
was reflected back in the mirror, before me.

MiladyB · 01-18-2007, 11:10 AM

This evening I am leaving to go and have 2 days of training to be a support group leader. I'm nervous and excited about all of this. Sometimes I question if I really can lead a support group. I mean who am I? I've never been what is known as a "leader". I'm very much a one-to-one type person. Groups scare me...they always have. This all is such a change of thinking for me. I just hope I'm ready for it....

Keep me in your thoughts, everyone.

LisaBoston · 01-18-2007, 11:47 AM

Beth, whether you know it our not, you have been my leader, my friend, my confidant not to mention my podmate for over a year now! I too wished I lived closer to get in on the hug session!

Just think in your sessions how you have impacted thousands here, its just a little different doing it in person. You will do great...can't wait to hear about it.

PS: we weigh exactly the same now!

Mavisavis · 01-18-2007, 12:02 PM

Beth...have an awesome trip!!! And what do you mean....ready for it? Look at you......kind, smart, compassionate, honest, real.....that's what people need! You will be great....you ARE great.

MiladyB · 01-21-2007, 10:57 PM

Lisa and Marty, I SO WISH the 2 of you lived closer!! I need a partner to help me in this adventure! I have so much going on in my head right now. I honestly don't know where to start with all of this. This new support group has pretty much been thrown into my lap and I so wish I had someone to bounce ideas off from and someone just to hold my hand. I received tons of information, ideas, theory, resources, etc....but its so much I can hardly wrap my head around it. Basicly I've been told to pick a day to start, get flyers out and go for it! Sheesh...all I can tell you is that my anxiety level has shot through the roof! I have the 2 women who instructed me to call for questions but I have to be honest I'm feeling kind of alone with this whole thing and I just don't want to mess up. ....my insecurities are showing here.

I just pray this group starts out really small because it honestly has the potential of getting really big, really fast. *gulp* HELP!!!!!!

chilmoe · 01-22-2007, 04:33 AM

Beth you will do great, you have been a wonderful inspiration, a great source of information, you will be a natural at this, just dont forget to breathe, okay that's me, i hold my breathe when i get stressed out, but seriously Beth, you will do great, i saw some suggestions on the other post, they were some good ones, but i know you have lots of ideas on your own already and it will all come together, good luck, im rootin' for ya.

porshh951 · 01-22-2007, 05:14 PM

wow what a story and what a great read. As werid as this might sound I was actually entertained reading you're story. haha I know I know werid.

You have come such a long way. You have to be proud of yourself cause I know we are. 170lbs down in a year is serious business especially for women who seem to hang onto fat a little better than us men.

Mind me asking what you're program was as far as exercise and eating?

MiladyB · 01-22-2007, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by chilmoe

Beth you will do great, you have been a wonderful inspiration, a great source of information, you will be a natural at this, just dont forget to breathe, okay that's me, i hold my breathe when i get stressed out, but seriously Beth, you will do great, i saw some suggestions on the other post, they were some good ones, but i know you have lots of ideas on your own already and it will all come together, good luck, im rootin' for ya.

Thanks Carrie, you're a sweet heart. I do have a lot of thoughts going on in my head but I really appreciate everyone's input.