3 Years

[dlb]

Well today is my 3rd anniversary McDougalling. And I’m sitting here with crying.

I started on the program on February 7, 2007. I had been dieting on and off for 34 years before I found this website. In those years, I was constantly either going down or going up. Conservatively, I would guess that I lost (and gained and lost again and gained again) cumulatively over 500 pounds during those years.

The past two years I have been maintaining the weight lost in my first year. I am just so amazed that I’m still at my goal weight. I'VE NEVER DONE THIS BEFORE!

Better still, I have the confidence that I can do this for the rest of my life.

So for the first time in my life I’m crying happy tears over my weight.

A big, huge, humongous thank you to Dr. McDougall and Mary and to all of my fellow McDougallers for your friendship and support. Being part of this community means so much to me and I love you all.

Donna

[Clary]

Love you back.
So many of us here are sure to understand the emotions connected to this anniversary and all that it represents, and all that it means to you. Hearty Congratulations, Donna.
-Clary

[Birdy]

Donna,
I love your post. You are one of the posters on this board who inspire me the most. Congratulations on your success and happiness!
Kathy

[talkingmountain]

Donna, congratulations a thousand-fold. Your "pre-McD" story echoes so many here, it gives us all who are struggling to reach our goals the hope and will to continue. Thank you for sharing it!

[chewy]

congratulations donna!the mcdougall lifestyle is the way!

[ladynnred1]

Donna,
You are such an inspiration. It's also wonderful to hear that it continues going so well for you. Thank you for letting all of us have more hope if we work at it! I think the after picture of you in the Star McD section is so stunning!

Cynthia

[f1jim]

My best to you Donna on a job well done. Thanks for being here and being an inspiration and a help to so many.
f1jim

[dlb]

Thanks everyone!

[freckles12]

I like you have gained and lost the same weight over and over again. I have never been able to maintain my weight loss. Your story gives me hope that "it can be done" that I can maintain my weight without being hungry. Congratulations on your 3 year Anniversary.

freckles12

[ncyg46]

Congrats Donna....

[dlb]

Thank you

[McDetermined]

How awesome for you! I just love reading your story, as my ailments and challenges so closely mirror the ones you used to face. I'm proud of you for maintaining your weight and grateful that you continue to contribute to this board and inspire us all. Enjoy your success, and one day soon I'll meet you at the zipline!

-Lisa R.

[Faith in DC]

Donna
I remember when your star mcdougaller article came out. I was so happy for you. You were after the same thing I've been working and that is learning to live and maintain health and a healthy weight.

Love you too and thanks for coming in to support us.

[CarolSoprano]

Donna, thank you for posting this. You look beautiful, radiant, and healthy - your skin just glows, even in the photo. Congrats and thanks again for sharing!

[Potatohead]

Donna, You look Fantastic Thanks for sharing your story...it is inspiring to read about the success others have had following Dr McDougalls program...