Noon today (before)
Tonight (after)Also, I discovered two or three months ago that I have a severe gluten allergy, in addition to being diabetic. This has prompted another major lifestyle change in dietary habits since I not only have to limit sugar and carbohydrates, but I'm now eating a gluten free diet. However, this has all been for the better, because I have lost close to 4o pounds over the past few months; dropped from a 2X to a 16 in clothing so far (I had gotten much larger than I was in this picture here); and I've had to cut back more than half on the amount of insulin I was taking.
I'm feeling better and better every day! Now, I just need to work on the makeup & exercise. Getting older sure requires a lot of maintaince.
I'm feeling better and better every day! Now, I just need to work on the makeup & exercise. Getting older sure requires a lot of maintaince.
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I like the new cut...and looks like less maintenence.
Love the new do now smile. Your such a sweet person and make such lovely things you should be smiling.I had your blog all along on my blog.
I love your haircut, you are right about maintenance, I use oil of 'delay' according to my Pastor.I need to go on your diet, I'm not diabetic but have a sneaky suspicion I have that gluten allergy. It makes sense with all the other allergies I have and the food problems.
wow! you cut that yourself? it looks great! twice in my life i've gotten to the point where i had to chop it all off, so i know the feeling well. and congrats on all your weight loss!!!
Gluten free!! woooo.. not an easy switch! There is a great book called Breaking the Vicious Cycle by Elaine Gottschall which has good information on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet which is gluten free (and then some..) Also research onlin SCD recipes and you will come up with some tastey GF dishes!
I love the new 'do, Brenda. :) If it didn't sound like such a bother, I'd try that gluten free diet. I bet it is one of those things that you just don't want to do unless you absolutely have to, though, isn't it? Either way, I'm proud of you for losing the weight and being brave enough to show us YOU! <3
Robin
You look bee-U-ti-ful! :D I really think the new 'do enhances all the good points of your features. You deserve a little pick me up after all that troublesome change in your diet...but what a reward a shrinking waistband is! ;) If only I were so brave...
Brenda! You look fab :) I love the new haircut. It's a great length for you.
My Mom is pre-diabetic and had to change her eating too. It's great that you've lost some weight but awesome that you are feeling good
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Fun post! Hugs!
Hi Brenda - I think your new cut and do makes you look younger. :) Congrats on the weight loss and the fact that you're feelin' better which is the most important thing. And, how true it is that getting older sure requires a lot more maintenance. I tell hubby that all the time...lol It really sucks doesn't it?!? Sometimes I just say what the hell, who cares...I've earned the right to slip now and then.
I want to commend you on your new eating habits! I found out that I had 36 food allergies in '06 and I drastically change my diet. I am single so it is easy to eat a certain way but not so much around others. They think I am crazy plus they don't understand the relief from pain that keeps you motivated to keep to the new diet. It can be a challenge with recipes when you want to have an old favorite in a new way.
I also dig the way you take the loom on as a challenge! You are an inspiration. I do have a question about 'The Knitting Board book' - Do you have it & would you recommend it? I have been bouncing around the idea of getting it but can only get it from one source - meaning you can't get it at Amazon and such bookstores. It makes me nervous to buy from someplace I really don't know & I can't see inside. Your insight would be most welcome!
You look good in your new hair cut & I bet you just feel good in your new dew & new bod!
Hello keeper,
Yes, I have the Knitting Broad Book. It is an excellent reference for learning various stitch designs. However, be aware that it just covers stitch techniques and does not have patterns. If you are designing your own patterns you'll absolutely love it.
You look totally awesome!!!!! Great haircut! You look beautiful!
Congrats on your Wedding Anniversary!
And congrats on the weight loss 7 taking care of your health. My brother was diagnosed as pre-diabetic. He lost 40 pounds & got his sugar level in check & he looks great!
Best wishes!
Bonnie from Texas
Wow, I love your haircut! Just beautiful. :) Congratulations on your weight loss. I was just diagnosed with diabetes and I love seeing those pounds melt away!
Great job on the diet, Brenda! You're looking fab girlfriend!! If you love bread as much as I do and have a bread machine (bread maker--as some people call it) I have a few gluten free bread recipes I'll be happy to share with you if you'd like them. Just let me know! Keep up the good work!
Hello Angie & thanks for the ego boost! I do have a bread machine and would love your gluten free recipes. My email address is listed in the Profile section of my blog. Thanks again!
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