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Born Fat
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Born Fat |
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LynnFromCT Member
since 2008-02-18
Posts 53CT, USA |
They say I was a cute baby but I was born fat and nothing I did growing up ever changed that So ate to be happy And I ate when I was mad And by the time I was teen my self-esteem was real bad Now I’ve been addict for most of my life, first it was food... then I bought a knife. That wasn't any better so then I tried drugs and I went to prison like one of them thugs In prison I got clean But got addicted to men Who used and abused me Again and again I finally broke free from an abusive man I’d rather be lonely Than someone’s garbage can I tried all kinds of tricks Diet pills, and starvation But nothing ever worked Til my latest revelation I been to the doctor He’s been watching my weight Getting me ready For a life I won’t hate I’ve got bad arthritis And knees that don’t last But soon my surgery will make that a thing of the past I worked up the courage to seek out gastric bypass The date is now set to reduce this body mass I’m not doing it to be skinny Although that’s a nice perk I’m doing it to get healthy And maybe go back to work I can’t work at all now Can’t sit and can’t stand Filter in my high blood pressure And my under-active thyroid gland But the future’s looking up I’m gonna lose the weight Protein shakes aren’t appetizing But soon I’m gonna feel great I’m gonna be able to walk Or take stroll along the beach I’m going be able to work Gosh, nothing's gonna be out of my reach |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
LynnFromCT, Good luck to you buddy. You can pull it off, Im sure. Bobby |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
mmhhhhmmmm, You can! lol ARCTIC WIND |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Wish you the bet Lynn, you're on the right track. Ida |
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MJ Member
since 2008-02-21
Posts 60 |
I love the "Can-Do" attitude in your writing, along with the honest reflection. Best wishes to you! |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
With such positive affirmations and conviction you are going to be stellar! Good luck if this is based on true fact. If not, it's great advise for anyone dealing with personal esteem issues, as nothing can help better than a doctor/patient relationship, and that is great advise. |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
As I sat reading this rhyme A tear rolled down my chin But if you take one day at a time This battle you will win This is not a prediction I am simply stating fact For by facing up to your addiction You are now on the right track Yes, some days will be tougher But to give up would be a mistake For this is the pain you must suffer If you want to lose the weight Alternative solutions you sought to find So I’m not surprised you turned to drugs But abusive men try to control the mind What you need Lynn is Love Your target is within your reach But you must stick to the plan And one day you’ll walk down that beach With your own special man ... "Ignorance is the Enemy...." |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
Ok Lynn You may have noticed something when surfing this wonderful board, (No, not me skulking in the corner ....) occasionally the gauntlet gets thrown down , or challenges issued if you prefer. So I got one for you... I know it will not be easy & you WILL have the odd faux pas, but next time you feel the urge to snack, get out your pen & paper and try and write something to post on here to occupy your thoughts. You have an amazing talent for writing & have found a good forum for it.. the 2nd part of your challenge is this: A year to the day after you have the surgery, you got to post a pic of the 'New' you up beside your name.... I have every confidence you will suceed in your goal to lose the weight Lynn & I am behind you 100%, Go Girl ! Cheers John "Ignorance is the Enemy...." |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...hoping for the best for you...James |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Tough write and tough issue, but the new confidence in yourself is promising well and will no doubt bring positive results (whether or not this is about you, it's promising for anybody). I am touched by John's compassionate and wise response. Btw, me too I should get rid of kilos by renouncing sweet temptations. Just had an orange instead of a chocolate kiss ... It's not easy no. You are a powerful poet, wishing you well. love Margherita |
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Falling rain
since 2008-01-31
Posts 2178Small town, Illinois |
i know it might take some time but you can do it. i know you can ~Zach~ |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Positive thinking can get us through anything in life and I am certain that if this is based on your own reality that your positive attitude will take you far. Nicely penned |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
My dear girl, you've been pulled through the wringer ~ but now you're clean! It's a new day ~ and a new life for you! I can sense it in your words! A journey of a thousand miles, begins with one step! ~ and you're taking it. You have a lot of support from your fellow pipsters in this journey of yours. You are not alone. The time has come for you to be the mistress of your own ship ~ not others! I am very exited about the prospects of you living the life that you were meant to live. You are a fabulous writer and you can emote all you want during the process! ~ Both the highs and the lows! ~ We'll listen! We'll give you support. We'll give you a shoulder when you need one! We'll give you a pat on the back when you deserve one! ~ and we'll get you a little kick in the bottom (via gentle reminders)if you need one! We're with you all the way!  Linda |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
A fine autobiographical poem, Perhaps it could be fiction? No? Well soon it will be Since with the change of persona You leave that before for a happily ever after. Not that I am a great believer in such But I always like to think there are possibilities. This summer I’ll stroll a beach Perhaps I’ll see the new you. I’ll be the one at dawn dressed in black. Gloom |
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LynnFromCT Member
since 2008-02-18
Posts 53CT, USA |
thank you all for your wonderful confidence... I wish that I could say I SNACK - but I don't... in fact, I rarely eat at all. When I was young - I snacked for every reason I could think of... but since becoming an adult - I rarely eat at all. My medication keeps the weight upon me. But yes, I will post a pic of the NEW me, when SHE arrives... LOL |
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FNG Member
since 2006-02-07
Posts 477 |
Wish you the best of health in all dimension of your life!  I'm born fat too....  |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I am very excited for you, Lynn. You'll literally be reborn - and I wish you every success you dream for.. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
sounds like such a difficult time I have never had to worry about my weight, good metabolism I guess...so I can't really relate but I do understand you have high hopes and that's good! Positive thinking can do wonders! |
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Lynn From CT New Member Posts 5 |
I am the same lynnfromct I found my poetry after searching forever because I had a in 2018 and my memory is foggy at times. I can't remember my email or password so I joined again as I've been writing new stuff. where can I post my before after pics I lost 210 pounds |
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