Finding my way back

[Dave1000]

I have lost my way since I was last an active member and part of this fabulous group of likeminded people.

A few days away from Christmas is clearly a strange and difficult time to start but this is really me making a commitment to myself and an recognition that I can not achieve my goals alone , that I really do want to get back as an active member once again.

I would like to say hi to all friends, old and new and wish you all a fantastic Christmas, with time hopefully to enjoy with friends and family for those lucky enough to have this network of support. Also to wish you all well for the year ahead and recommit to getting back on track as quickly as possible.

[springersrule Moderator 76kg]

Hya Dave, its so lovely to see you back - though not the reason why lol I hope you are keeping well and are ready for Christmas, I can't believe its so close already, time doesn't half fly!!

I'm quieter on the forum than I used to be, but do hosting sessions and run a Springers Specials every month. I'm doing ok with my weight considering my bones has been giving up for the last few years and i'm not very mobile. I got weighed at the hospital a couple of weeks ago and have only gained 3kg since I last weighed in more than a year ago,

I hope to see you joining in again very soon, how about the day after boxing day, no excuses lol.

Have a wonderful Christmas xx

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to springersrule]

Hi Janette

So good to hear from you. I looked straight away to see if you were active and so pleased that you have taken the time to get back to my post.

Sorry to hear that you’re mobility has suffered as you were doing so well, but brilliant to hear that you are managing to keep the weight off despite not being as active as you would like.

I definitely intend to try and get back onboard. Our family Christmas get together is on 27th so not hopeful of getting underway properly until after then.

I look forward to chatting with you and many others. You have always been inspirational to me and a fantastic support. I will try to engage as much as possible and don’t want to let anyone down, myself included.

Best wishes to everyone for a fantastic Christmas and may all your challenges be little ones.

[springersrule Moderator 76kg in reply to Dave1000]

Oh I'm flattered you remembered me Dave Its been a tough few years. I think I'd had my left knee replaced when you were last here, since then i've had the left hip replaced and am waiting for my right knee to be done. My op was cancelled a couple of weeks ago so hoping to hear my new date early in the new year.

Your family gathering on the 27th does give you a pass lol but hope to see you back soon after that

You wont let anyone down as long as you try. I remember some fantastic meals that you used to have and will never forget the fish I cooked under your direction 😀

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas and a happy and fulfilling New Year xx

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to springersrule]

Hi J

Like I could ever forget someone who meant and still means so much. You were a tremendous support and I have missed our exchanges so much. I hope to get back to finding a way to balance all the pressures whilst still making time to engage with lovely people, friends like you that truly make me a better person

I can clearly see how frustrating your mobility issues must have been, and I hope that you will get your operation sorted soon and be back to being physically able to get around more comfortably and freely.

Thanks already for your support and the 28th I will am to start beck on a road to recovery, whatever route that happens to take me. Are you still following your LCHF style of eating or have you modified something that clearly works for you?

[springersrule Moderator 76kg in reply to Dave1000]

Aww thank you Dave, i did enjoy our chats. I'm sure you can find a balance that works for you. I am still following LCHF and if i want a treat i make a keto mug cake. I've learned i cant moderate treats so don't try anymore. I dont feel like i'm missing out on anything so it works xx

[Sharmian350]

Hi Dave1000 welcome back. I think I remember you from a few years back. I am still on the DD and post on other threads sometimes.

Hope to connect with you on one of the threads soon. 🙂

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to Sharmian350]

Likewise I look forward to speaking with you soon.

[Hopalong1 2 stone]

Hi Dave, Good to have you back. You'll find me on the DD. All the best for Christmas and beyond x 🤶🧑‍🎄❄️🎄🍊😊😊

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to Hopalong1]

Thanks Hopalong1 it’s great to hear from you after such a long time.

[Elmow 1 stone 2024 December]

Could see it as a good time to (re)start! You’ve got a head start on 2025.

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to Elmow]

Well said Elmow. Always good to look on the bright side 😀

[Familytree67 4 stone]

Hi Dave lovely to hear from you. I joined June 2018 and clearly remember you . For my sins I’m now a host on here. There are a few members from so long ago,, some have returned and new members have joined us. It does get busier on here at the start of the week so why not join us on the 30th after your family Christmas - make it a date to come on here and commit to a weigh in .

Look forward to seeing you post on here , have a lovely Christmas with your family

Sue 🎄🎄🎄

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024 in reply to Familytree67]

Hi Sue

So great to hear from you again and yes I absolutely remember so well the help and great advise and support that you and others gave me. I apologise for my weakness and for leaving such a caring and supportive group and hope to find my way back as quickly as possible. It’s great to hear that you are hosting and I wil definitely aim to start up properly with the weigh in on the 30th to kick start the New Year.

Can I wish you and yours and everyone a great Christmas and a wonderfully successful and healthy New Year x

[Familytree67 4 stone in reply to Dave1000]

Hi Dave lovely to hear from you. aYou were a great support to us on here who remember you too.

You will definitely find your way back round here okay. The different hosts on different days doesn’t happen anymore it’s just one host per week which is better really . Think I’m hosting again sometime in February but will need to check.

Will look out for you on the 30th at the weigh in.

All the best to you and your family for Christmas and the new year

Sue 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[Imustdothis 2st 7lbs]

Hello Dave1000, I have also lost my way and in the New Year I am going to be an active member again. I wish you well on your journey, have a Merry Christmas and let us enjoy a healthier New Year. Take care x

[Dave1000 Restart Dec 2024]

great to hear from you and excellent to join you in our renewed commitment to getting our eating habits and health hopefully back on track starting in the New Year.

Wishing you and yours a fantastic Christmas and all the best for our shared journey ahead x

[Imustdothis 2st 7lbs]

Thank you Dave1000, see you next year. Take care xx