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I am a 49 year old Grandma. Up until this year, I always considered myself "healthy". I had a great job, that I loved and a wonderful family....little did I know that my family history had cursed me with High Blood Pressure. They call it the "Silent Killer" for a good reason. In February, I found myself in the hospital, suffering from a TIA or a Mini Stroke! As I lay there, all I could think about was my Son, Daughter and 2 year old Grandson. I hadn't done half of the things I had planned to do with them or with my life! The recovery has been long, but I am pleased to say that I feel much better.


I have changed a lot about my life since that day. I no longer consume Diet Cokes (the #1 cause of high blood pressure & strokes is the artificial sweetener). I have changed the way I eat. I am trying my best to incorporate some Vegetarian meals into my menu. But with a "Meat and Potatoes" man sitting at my dinner table, that is proving to be difficult. And I began going to Weight Watchers. I live on a small island off the coast of NC and as of Thursday August 30th, they are taking our meetings away from us. Sad, but true. Our group is just too small. I am looking to meet new friends here & find some hope. I am currently 185 and my doctor wants me at 140......
 
Welcome! Well done on the diet cokes, I gave those up too about a week ago or so. I'm not much into meat either, just have to be careful you get enough protein in your diet or you'll lose lean muscle instead of excess fat.
 
Thanks for the words of welcome! I found out yesterday that I will be going back to work very soon. I was an Asst. Manager at the local $Tree before my stroke in Feb. Finally got the OK to return. It's gonna be tough, but it is a very active position (stocking shelves, carrying boxes, unloading the truck, climbing up and down off of ladders) and the Christmas Season is our busiest time of year. So I expect some weight loss from that. I just hope my body can take it....just have to take it slow and learn to say, "No" I am excitd though!


I sat down this morning and wrote out some meal plans / menus / and my grocery list. I am planing to write down everything that goes in my mouth. I want to be accountable! I also plan on taking my food to work with me...we have a Mexican Restaurant right next store. Really greasy (but fabulous) tacos in under 5 minutes. YIKES! Not for me, not anymore.
 
Congrats on being able to go back to work! And great job sitting down to plan out your foods... that will help you so much! Can't wait to read about your progress!
 
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