How I did it: I found a dr run weight loss clinic and they put me on Adapax and Topamax and B12 shots every 2 weeks.They also had me on a no carb diet for one month. IT SUCKED. The goal of that month was to normalize my blood sugar levels and it worked. After that I started an organic diet focused on clean fresh foods and portion control. No calorie counting, no weighing food. I think I've been able to stick with it because it doesn't have me thinking … Read how I did it…
How I did it: I moved to a new city a few years ago and just kind of kept to myself for entirely too long. After having my daughter I realized I needed more people to talk to than just my husband. I found a knitting group online and joined it. I was nervous at first but really glad to meet new people. After being a member of the group for a year now I really feel like I have made some great new friends. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I started knitting all my xmas gifts back in febuary and am done with all of them (I think). I also have made every single birthday present this year. It's nice to be able to do something creative as well as give gifts that were created solely for a specific person not just giving them something mass-produced. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I started with going through everything I already had and got rid of things I don't wear.Once my closet was cleaned out I started buying new things a bit at a time. I had to ask myself if I really liked it, if I had a need for it and if it was flattering to my figure. Being plus sized it's difficult to find things that meet all those criteria. I realized I had been buying things just because they were cheap and fit. I guess I got into the… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I never got the chance as a teen to do totally crazy stuff because I began working young. Once I got married and stopped working I thought what the hell, and first went fuchsia then tried royal blue but ended up almost teal. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I had a difficult childhood and I have always been afraid to really trust anyone.I realized today that I trust alot more people than I thought I did. I have a husband that I love and trust beyond mesure and friends who I can go to with anything...But it's more than that. I trust myself. I don't defer to others to make choices for me and am much more confident than I used to be. Read how I did it…
How I did it: It's taken me a while to call this one done even though I've cut back since became aware of just how much I swore. Yesterday was a really trying day and I kept my language in check without really trying! I feel like that means I've really gotten a handle on my outbursts. I'm even doing well when I drive, I tend to think swears now instead of saying them even when Mirabelle isn't in the car. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I went to CA for easter with my family and stopped at a place called the Summitt Inn on route 66 and had an ostrich burger.I have to say it really didn't taste much diffrent than beef but the patty was so thin it was really hard to tell. I've heard of a place closer to home that carrys exotic foods so I think I'll try there and see if I can find a steak or something that I can really taste. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I took apart the old tent and shortened two of the supports so they would fit better on the trailer. I had to figure out how to attach everything and that took a bit of pondering but once I had it figured out it was pretty easy going. I made pockets to slide the support poles through and reinforced all my seams with fabric glue. It ended up being easier than I thought it would be although it's not as attractive as I had hoped. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Aside from the 2 days I was sick I managed to do atleast a few squats everyday. Sometimes I would do them while cooking or brushing my teeth.I was really trying to make a concious effort to do something for myself, no matter how small. I have to remember sometimes that I need to take care of myself so I can take care of my family. Read how I did it…
How I did it: Last night at knitting group I was trying to figure out how I was going to do the handle on the purse I was making. A friend suggested that I cable it and then showed me how to do it. It really only took about 30 minutes to get it. I was only doing a single cable so I think it was about as simple as it could get but now I can't wait to try more difficult patterns! Read how I did it…
How I did it: I was wanting to loose some weight ( on and off struggle) so I decided to cut out soda. I was only hard for a few days after that I just had to keep thinking how useless and artifical soda is and that got me through the cravings. If only it would work with chocolate... Read how I did it…
How I did it: I didn't get my licence until I was 23. I lived in Orlando and used public transportation so it wasn't really nessassary but my boss offered me a raise if I got it so I went for it. I failed it several times because of nerves and was at the point where I wasn't going to be able to take it again for a year. The last time I took it I finally told the tester how nervous I was and she said it was ok, she understood and would keep that in mind… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I bought this yarn forever ago and just finally got around to knitting it up. I'm glad it's done. It isn't some really impressive project but having hand knit washcloths for my guest bath is a nice touch. I still have a lot more yarn left but I think I'll make a baby blanket for a friend with it, if there's any left I might make some hand towels or bath puffs. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I went to playalinda (sp) beach fl and was soo grossed out I stared at the ground or water the whole time. I was in my early 20s then and thought (foolishly) that everyone else there would be young and cute... oh no. It was like a bus drivers convention. It was all saggy boobs and beer bellies. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I have wanted to make a bag for a while so I bought some yarn to do a felted one but I got the wrong thing. So I just started knitting and ended up with something really nice. I re-purposed a shirt for the lining and an old belt for the handles. I think I'm more proud of this purse than anything else I've knit sofar. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I hunted for projects to use up the yarn I could and condenced and stored those I haven't found patterns for yet. I bagged up each yarn with it's pattern and I'm going to try to trade or sell what I can't use. Read how I did it…
How I did it: There is a place here called Ted's that serves buffalo and my husband and I tried it. Now it's one of our favorite places. I really love the steaks, you can almost cut them with a fork they're so tender. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I started smoking when I was about 15. I eventually was up to a pack and a half a day. I had tried to quit several times bue even afer breaks of a year or so I kept starting again. I was finallt to the point where I was just sick of smoking when I was about 23. I had tried so many times but I think it took me just being completely burnt out on it. The cigarettes just started tasting terrible and I got to where I couldn't take more than a … Read how I did it…
How I did it: Setting a goal really helped, so did picking the right books. I forgot how fast I read when I get into a story. Having a toddler I often forget to take time to do anything for myself, between caring for her and housework I get lost. Doing something for my enjoyment that benifited no one but me was a real treat. Read how I did it…
