[judijo]

My daughter's a chunky monkey, as I have mentioned before. She has not yet started her times of the month, so I know she has some adolescent fat to shed, but she is a bit bigger than her friends, as both her dad (now healthy weight) and I were. She enjoys basketball, and shoots very well, but is not as fast as she maybe could be, and is often looked over by the coaches because of her size.

Some prep discussion here...My son (now almost 18) watches every food he eats since he thinned out after puberty. (a small ameobic infection helped jump start it...don't trust the water at Yosemite. ) Last week when I was going to the market, he said, "Mom, you don't buy crap anymore. I NEED Oreos!" Beth balked, saying we don't need any crap in the house. I told Beth I would get the Oreos, but Grant would keep it in his room for himself and his friends. When in the cookie aisle, I offered to buy some iced oatmeals for DH and Beth, but she said no...please, no. *shrugs* so I didn't.

Monday, Beth called me at work and asked about Beyonce's cleansing diet which was one of those lemonade/cayenne/maple syrup water concoctions to clean out the system and lose weight. I told Beth that was not healthy, and although she would not die on it for one day, I wished Beth chose another healthier option.

30 mins later there was an email with a three day diet which touted to lose 10 lbs in that time. It was well balanced, IMV, so we went that night to collect the items. Tuna/chicken/veggies/fruit. She has stuck to it, Tues/Wed/ and breakfast today.

I am actually quite proud of her. I explained that although she may not lose 10 lbs, she will definitely lose a crapload of water weight and feel better. I also said that the diet items can be substituted for similar items for a lifetime of healthy eating.

She has asked that I 1) not bug her about it, and 2) not tell her dad. 1) I will do my best to not bug her, as my mother harassed me when I was her age. 2) I have only told DH that it looks as though Beth has turned a new leaf in her eating.

So away she goes on the journey. If you be the praying type, please pray for her new focus to healthier eating. Thanks.

[Janice Carol]

Wow. That is really great. I am sure your journey has inspired her also. I know what you mean about the mother bugging you thing. When I was young my mother was always on diets herself therefore forcing me to diet. I joined Weight Watchers for the first time when I was 12 or 13. And my mom always bugged me to death about my weight mainly because she was overweight also. But the constant aggravation finally got me to the point I can remember thinking to myself "when I get out on my own I will eat anything I want" and that is just what I did. Don't get me wrong I have the best parents in the world. And I know she was only looking out for me because she loves me and didn't want me to struggle with weight my whole life. But sometimes the more you talk to kids about stuff like that the more it turns them against it. But I am so glad your daughter has come to her own decision. I will say a prayer that she stays on this healthy journey she has begun.

[DeMarie]

That is excellent - we all know what a nagging mother can do to us about weight issues. Good luck to Beth - and I will say a prayer that this is a sign of things to come.

[GinaGurl]

i hope all goes well and i will pray for her

[Kenyar]

i hope it goes well for her. i know it has been an awkward transition for my little one - who is also pudgy. i hope she finds her way

[DocSanae]

Good for you and your DD.
You are a wonderful mother, and I'm sure you'll be able to guide your DD the way she needs to be guided.
(((((HUGS))))))

[Queenofthenile]

That is wonderful! I will pray that she continues her good eating habits. I still have a mom that nags which just sends me into rebellion.

[judijo]

Thanks for the kind words, friends.

After 3 days, she has lost 5 lbs. Mostly water, I assume.

Now she has her exchange lists in her hands and we went to Applebees today and she selected a "Weight Watchers" approved dinner of chicken breast, broccoli, steamed potatoes, and one chip with salsa.

She said to me at dinner..."Mom: I didn't think bananas had calories!"
Yikes.

[qt82699]

great news!! you have set a good example for her!!

[Imlosinit]

Good for her and good for you helping to support her and not nag. Yes.. I also had a nagging mother. having been where she is now, I'm sure you'll be a good roll model, knowing the things going through her mind, and helping her along.

I'll surely pray for her.