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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

I Lost but Someone Will Gain Giveaway


Those of you that regularly read my blog know that last month I had to change the way I eat and what I eat. I didn't have much of a choice as my blood sugar was kind of wonky. So I have been on a Atkins like diet for the last 6 weeks. It's been hard at times as it gets sooo boring but I have managed to add something new that I can eat each week, to help keep me going on.

I guess I should have told you all that to make matters worse, I had applied for health insurance and was accepted conditionally... When I received the counter offer the insurance company seemed to think that I was obese because my BMI, body mass index, was above 30. Hmmm...I never thought of myself as obese! I knew I had gained some weight over the years, and needed to lose about 20-25 pounds but I never considered my obese.

Anyway, so in addition to my new diet plan, I started walking again. I walk most days about 2-2 1/2 miles. I started out slow adding 2 blocks to my walk a day. So far I have lost 12 pounds and my BMI is down to 28 and I am now officially just "overweight"! So I decided that I would have a giveaway to celebrate! I painted this cute bunny sign to giveaway.




So while I may have lost, someone else will gain...Anyway, the rules are simple..

1. You must be a follower of my blog (new followers welcome)
2. Leave a comment on this post only letting me know that you would like to enter.
3. You can post this on your blog sidebar to help my celebrate my loss if you so desire.

Winner will be drawn on March 10th.

I hope that you all decide to enter and help me celebrate my weight loss. I still have about 25 more pounds to lose and then I will be officially at "normal weight". Watch in a few days as a share my special treat that I get to eat on my diet!


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  1. BrendaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Well congrats to you girl! I'm proud of ya!! Keep it up! Oh, and please enter me...lol!

    Brenda

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  2. natalysneedleFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    I would love to enter your giveaway! Congrats on sticking to your diet and losing so much. It is a huge accomplishment.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Congratulations Dee! That is a big accomplishment! Just remember "Nothing tastes as good as being thin FEELS"!
    My words I lived by as I lost my unhealthy weight!
    Please enter me.....I am posting on my Sidebar!
    Blessings,
    Becky

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  4. Carmen S.February 23, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Dee~ CONGRATS on the wt. loss, that is awesome!!!! I must REALLY be behind the times, there are "counter offers" on INS.?! I thought you only did that when buying a house, LOL, gosh I need to get with the times:o
    I would love to enter your giveaway, you know I love anything BUNNY;) Keep up the great work on the diet, we're all here to cheer ya on!!!

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  5. Wendy @ Ravenwood WhimziesFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Great job Dee! I need to get myself moving too!
    I'd love to win your cute Easter sign, and I'm already a follower.
    I will post the giveaway on my sidebar.

    Thanks so much!

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  6. Farmhouse primsFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    I commend you on your weight loss, I would love to weigh what you did before you even started your diet. You should be so proud of yourself. And I love walking too, I have walked for years usually 2 miles at least 4 days a week, weather permitting.
    I love your giveaway, please enter me in your giveaway!!! I need a spring sign really bad. Hugs, Lecia

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  7. BumbleBeeLaneFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    How wonderful your sticking to it.I'm addicted to sugar and have been trying to cut back and it is HARD! You go girl! Love the little bunny so count me in.Warm Blessings!~Amy

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  8. Robin at The Primitive HutchFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Congratulations on your weight loss.
    Please enter me in on your fabulous giveaway! I need some spring items to spruce things up around here.
    I'll post your giveaway!
    Prim Blessings! Robin

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  9. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    B,

    Thanks! At first it was so easy to stick to my diet as I was feeling so crappy that I was actually feeling better eating the "new" way. I'll hopefully keep going til I reach "normal" weight again.

    D

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  10. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Nataly,

    Thanks for the encouragement. I love blogland...so many nice gals, that are here to support each other..

    D

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  11. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Becky,

    I can't wait to be "normal weight" again. I am determined to lose the next 25 pounds...hope they come off quicker than how long it took to put them on! Thanks for the encouragement.

    D

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  12. Carmen and the PrimcatsFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Hi Dee! Thanks for stopping by my blog and HUGE congrats to you on losing! I too am working on my weight! Also need to lose about 25 pounds and down 12 already! Woohoo!! I can't wait for the weather to warm here so I can get back to walking again. It's the easiest way to lose. :)

    Please enter me for that cute little Block! I ♥ it!

    Carmen and the Primcats

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  13. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Carmen,

    Yes, there are counter offers in the insurance biz...that way they can surcharge you more money each month. It's all done through medical underwriting and is a big racket I am paying 25% more than I should be paying for my age group, but I guess that's what I get for allowing myself to get so out of shape.

    Thanks for the encouragement.

    Yes, I do know that you love anything bunnies..How are your little bunnies doing? Ours is very sweet most days and is so happy when the boys take him out and let him run around the yard.

    D

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  14. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Wendy,

    Thanks for the encouragement. It's hard to get started and stay motivated. My biggest motivation has been simply feeling so much better...no more blood sugar swings and the fact that my pants aren't fitting as snug. Can't wait til I drop a size and need to buy some new clothes!

    D

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  15. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Lecia,

    Thanks for the encouragement! I would walk 4 miles a day which helped keep my weight in check, but I stopped when things got more hectic. I have to keep telling myself that I need to do this for me and my health...and that it's important. Walking is the best exercise as it has many benefits...it clears my mind by helping to put things in perspective...can't help but think things out as you walk. Walking also helps your heart by "eating" lipids which reduces cholesterol.

    D

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  16. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Amy,

    I loved sugar too....but now I can't have any. I've switched to splenda if I have to have it. I now drink lots of water too.

    D

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  17. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Robin,

    Thanks for the encouragement.

    D

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  18. dee beggFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    To Everyone,

    Thanks for all your encouragement. You gals in blogland are absolutely the best. You are there to support, encourage and defend. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.

    D

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  19. Sharon Wink OrmandoFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Well what does your BFF get for losing 50?????? And my rabbit doesn't count as a weight loss/birthday present either. LOL
    And I'm guess were not going to Red Lobster when we get together....poo poo.
    But I guess I'd rather have u around healthy than not at all. Did I say that? You know I love Ya!!!!
    Hugs
    Sharon

    Put me on the list too!

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  20. Tins and TreasuresFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Good evening,
    Congratulations on your weight loss. Thank you for entering me into your give-away.

    Take care ~Natalie

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  21. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Congratulations on the weight you have lost so far!
    My Hubby is borderline diebetic & I've been told by my Doctor to go on a gluten-free diet so I've had to learn how to cook all over again. It's actually been kinda fun trying new recipes & trying to find better things to replace the bad ones. We've both been doing real good at losing our excess weight too. So just keep thinking of it as a new adventure and you will do fine.
    Isn't it great to feel better again?

    Judy

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  22. Linda ★ Parker's GeneralFebruary 25, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Way to go, girl! You are doing great!
    I know what it's like to have no insurance or crappy insurance, so I hope things get better.
    Would love to be entered into your giveaway!
    ★Linda★

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  23. DebFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    Congratulations Dee on your weight loss, I know it is NOT easy! And it's a shock when you hear that word 'obese' isn't it (I know, I heard it too!), but sometimes we need that shock to get and stay motivated. I would love to be entered into your giveaway.
    1) I am a follower of your blog;
    2) Here's my comment, please enter me!;
    3) I've posted a link to your giveaway at my blog (right sidebar under Great Giveaways).
    Thanks so much Dee and I'm rooting for you, 'normal' weight here she comes! Deb

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  24. Firecracker KidFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    That's great Dee now keep going:) I guess I'm obese too then. Oh well, I just thought I'd thickened up with age ya know... LOL.
    Carol

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  25. TamMarch 4, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Hi, I am a new follower, keep up the great work on both your diet and crafts, love your stuff

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  26. Screaming SardineMarch 8, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Dee, congrats on the weight loss and here's to continuing to whittle away those extra pounds. I can't wait until we can start walking around here, though that may take a few more months until the streets are clear of ice.

    Anyway, please enter me in your cute bunny sign giveaway. I'm a follower, and I've posted about your giveaway on my blog's sidebar.

    Cheers,
    Tracy

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  27. The Rusty ThimbleMarch 9, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Congrats on the loss Dee so proud and Happy for you, and oh my word where have I been I have to stop this working overtime so I can get in on things. I almost missed out so add my name to the last minute drawing
    hugs
    Brenda

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