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juanab

Start Weight:	(25 Apr 08) 351.0 lb
Current Weight:	(25 Aug 08) 334.0 lb
Goal Weight:	165.0 lb

following: Atkins
performance: losing 5.8 lb a week

Here is a picture of me and my daughters Shelby and Jasmin. While they don't hide me completely, they hide quite a bit.

I am a 47 year old mom of 2 daughters, both grown, and I have 3 grandchildren. I work full time in an office and part time as a school bus driver. Neither of these is what I want to be when I grow up but until I decide, they pay the bills (barely) plus I don't have to leave town and could walk to work if I wanted.
I have several health issues that have started recently and although they are medically controlled, losing weight will enhance that aspect along with every other in my life.
The support of others so far on this site has been amazing and I feel ready to get on with it.

10 LB Goal - 5/19/2008
20 LB Goal - 7/7/2008
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fatsecret member since: 03 Feb 08

juanab's Weight History

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juanab's latest member challenges

Lose Weight, Gain Charity

starts in:	4 days
duration:	28 days
day 1:	Monday 01 Sep 08

Walking

status:	In Progress
currently:	Day 3 of 70
end date:	Monday 03 Nov 08
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	KazinVegas on diet KazinVegas's own diet
	last weighin: losing 3.0 lb a week

	alideni on diet alideni's own diet
	last weighin: losing 2.8 lb a week

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juanab's cookbook

cals: 185kcal | fat: 9.75g | carbs: 3.22g | prot: 20.36g

Turkey Burgers

These turkey burgers are totally tasty.

cals: 54kcal | fat: 5.21g | carbs: 0.65g | prot: 1.32g

Cream Cheese and Bacon Jalepeno Poppers

An even tempered low carb snack that's low in calories too.

cals: 106kcal | fat: 10.19g | carbs: 1.19g | prot: 2.90g

Raspberry Cheesecake Squares

These low carb cheesecake squares are very good.

cals: 166kcal | fat: 16.93g | carbs: 3.35g | prot: 1.52g

Chocolate Coffee Mousse

This mousse resembles an Italian tiramisu dessert and is designed for Atkins followers.

cals: 515kcal | fat: 34.71g | carbs: 8.52g | prot: 43.67g

Pizza Bake

Eggs can be used for almost anything, including this terrific low carb bake.

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juanab's latest posts

50 LB WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - WELCOME
Before I leave I had to plug in my numbers. I lost 2.5 pounds this week. I even exercised at the pool and I have the sunburn to go with it. At least I will have a little color to show for my vacation. I don't have many stairs around here but maybe at the motel.

posted 21 Jul 2008, 12:59

50 LB WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - WELCOME
The gain I have been expecting was today. Surprisingly I am not suicidal about it. I will get back on track without excuses and hopefully I will get it off by next week. I started out pretty good with the sit-ups (crunches) but kind of forgot about it after the first couple of days so this week I will do better. I have been walking to work for a few days (truck broke down). It looks like everyone has done really well even those that took vacations. Mine is next week and I am determined to lose.

posted 14 Jul 2008, 18:22

50 LB WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - WELCOME
I LOST A POUND! It was mostly due to prayer as I did nothing to earn it. But it has motivated me to start doing better. I have now lost 20 POUNDS - 17 pounds for this challenge. I may not beat KazinVegas but I do want to be just like her when I grow up, what an inspiration.
I will have to get over the trauma of the waist measurement before I can consider whether to post it. The sit-up challenge is great, I did one. Definitely room for improvement there.

posted 07 Jul 2008, 23:00

50 LB WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - WELCOME
1. What is your full name?
Linda Jean

2. Where and when were you born?
Santa Ana, CA 12-17-60

3. Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)
Patricia - Died 16 years ago -She was an Executive Secretary - She loved to dance
Chuck - Lives around the corner from me - Retired from Grocery Store

4. Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?
Jeannie - murdered - she died without seeing her grandbabies.
Susie - Had her babies when she was older. I love to laugh about it.
Sandra - Raising her grandson
Chuck - Don't see often - really don't know him.
Jeff - In jail
Margaret - Has 10 kids - every flavor possible.
Greg - Dealing with teenagers.

5. Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.
LeRoy, KS - very small town - you get to know everyone here.

6. What is your occupation?
City Clerk

10. Are you right- or left-handed?
Right

12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?
LeRoy City Hall - even at home

13. What do you have in your pockets?
nothing

14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?
not sure

Part 2: Growing Up

15. How would you describe your childhood in general?
Raised bya single Mom -

16. What is your earliest memory?
Falling asleep one morning beside my bed because the tooth fairy hadn't been there yet.

17. How much schooling have you had?
Dropped out of high school - Got GED - some college

18. Did you enjoy school?
NO

19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?
On the job - figured it out

20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.
I realixe now my Mom was one. She worked so hard and gave us what she could.

22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A firefighter - was a volunteer for many years.

23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?
Hop-scotch and Barbies

24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?
shy

25. As a child, were you popular?
no

26. When and with whom was your first kiss?
6th grade - Rick

Part 3: Past Influences

29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
The birth of my daughters

30. Who has had the most influence on you?
lately my grandkids - they make me feel younger

31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?
My daughters are great adults - i take some credit.

32. What is your greatest regret?
Losing my Mom

33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?
Been grateful someone died

34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?
no

35. When was the time you were the most frightened?
I was 19 and that's all I'll say

36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?

37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?
I wish I had made more time with my Mom

38. What is your best memory?
Birth of my kids

39. What is your worst memory?
Age 19

Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions

40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?
Optimistic

41. What is your greatest fear?
Something bad happening to my family

42. What are your religious views?
Believe in God

43. What are your political views?
I feel I am a liberal conservative

47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?
Yes

48. What do you believe makes a successful life?
Not too many regrets

49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?
I am probably too honest

52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?
My family

Part 5: Relationships With Others

54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?
My daughters - They are my life

55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?
My Mom - even though she is gone, I am still learning from her.

56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.
I think I have a different best friend for every mood.

57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.
Not anymore

58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.
Yes - Together for 29 years - not anymore

59. What do you look for in a potential lover?
never happen

60. How close are you to your family?
Close

61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?
Jasmin - 28 - Mother of 3 - Insanely busy
Shelby - 25 - No kids yet - Works all the time

62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?
My daughters, also my ex would do anything I need.

63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?
Protect - no, just myself

66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?
Avoid conflict but plan great battles in my head

67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?
Occassionally

68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?
No, but sometimes I have to.

69. Do you care what others think of you?
Yea

Part 6: Likes And Dislikes

70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?
Watching HGTV - planning projects

71. What is your most treasured possession?
Pictures

72. What is your favorite color?
Red

73. What is your favorite food?
Pizza

74. What, if anything, do you like to read?
Mystery, Romance

75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?
Music - Buffy the Vampire Slayer

76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?
Not anymore - Did all the bad stuff as a teen and now just the occasional drink.

77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?
Same as Monday - nothing

78. What makes you laugh?
My grandkids

79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?
nothing I can think of

80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?
read or watch TV

81. How do you deal with stress?
I let it get to me until it doesn't

82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?
I make plans and then do whatever strikes me.

83. What are your pet peeves?
I hate liars

Part 7: Self Images And Etc.

84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?
Get up - Get ready - go to work. It's always getting disrupted - go with the flow

85. What is your greatest strength as a person?
Easygoing and loyal

86. What is your greatest weakness?
Easygoing

87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
That I wouldn't be so lonely

88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?
A little of both

89. Are you generally organized or messy?
Messy

90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.
Good Staying in touch with people
Loyal and loving
Bad Following through On jobs I set

91. Do you like yourself?
Sometimes

93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?
Liking myself

94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
On a beach

95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?
In my sleep when I am very old after having an affair with a much younger man who thinks I'm hot.

96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.
Tell my family again how much I love them
Get rid of anything that could be embarrassing.
Make sure all my parts are covered.

97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?
That I was a good parent and loyal friend

98. What three words best describe your personality?
Loyal, loving and fun

99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?
See above

I though this challenge was interesting and I look forward to reading everyone elses answers. Thanks Jenn. Oh yeah, I lost a half a pound and did absolutely no exercise. what's that about.

posted 30 Jun 2008, 22:28

American-British Dictionary
Crotch or other euphemisms.

posted 23 Jun 2008, 20:46

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21 August 2008

Another attempt to get going. I haven't gained everything back (miracle) but not for lack of trying. I am currently on mandatory days off from work due ...

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11 August 2008

So not only did my train jump the tracks it completely derailed and I'm not sure but I think it may have blown up. So I've decided to quit with the train ...

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	1 cup shredded lettuce
	1 serving guacamole
	1 serving hidden valley ranch
	Walking (slow) - 2/mph
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