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Why do I keep putting the weight back on ? For the second year running I have lost weight twice only to gain it all back on by Christmas. I have managed to gain over a stone, (shockingly 8 pounds in this last month). I am so annoyed and disappointed with myself . How do... Continue Reading →
It’s time for another vlog! Sit somewhere comfy, take a break and enjoy a cuppa as I share with you a variety of news and thoughts in my vlog. Please select the following link: https://youtu.be/apn9Xm8xA6M
Photo by Debbie Walker Hello, it's been a while since I got to write anything here in Focused Friends. It's been a long summer with lots of good events and happy occasions, however, it's also been a time filled with a lot of stressful family matters that I've been dealing with. In fact, I now... Continue Reading →
I am a 49 year old mum to six children , three of which are still at home, their ages 20, 12 and almost 8, I also live with my husband, Stephen. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015. I love to Dance and have fun on TikTok, you can find me on there @tracywhite41... Continue Reading →
I am a mum of six, A grandma to 1, I live with my husband and 3 of my children, ages 20, 11 and 7, my three eldest have all left home but they are 27 and twins, 25. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease 6yrs ago and more recently told I have arthritis in... Continue Reading →
This will be an ongoing Journey of my health in general, if you are reading my article for the first time then you will not be aware of my Parkinson’s diagnosis. I was diagnosed 6 years ago (although my symptoms start 2 years prior) In the six years since my diagnoses my medications have increased... Continue Reading →
January 1st I embarked on my healthy living and weightloss journey, by April I was at my desired weight and feeling pretty good about myself. Nine months on and although around 4lbs heavier I feel happy in general that i’ve managed to keep most of the weight off. Before Christmas 2020 & After April 2021... Continue Reading →
The past couple weeks have been extremely difficult for me and unfortunately has took It’s toll on my health. My Parkinson’s symptoms have been much worse and I have relapsed a few times with my old bulimia ways which to be honest is hardly surprising considering the situation I was dealing with but in general... Continue Reading →
At just 92 Kcal per 200ml bowl this is another amazing soup and will become one of my top choices Ingredients Large Cauliflower1 medium red onion800ml Veg Stock1 tsp cuminsprinkle of salt1 large (or 2 smaller) garlic clove50g ButterOne Cal fry light spray (olive oil)black pepper to serve Method Break the cauliflower into small florets... Continue Reading →
Well, it’s been awhile since I have reported on our Healthier lifestyle Journey, and, for me there have been some ups and downs. Firstly, I have gained 4lbs … I was 11st 2oz and now I am between 11st 4 and 11st 6. Realistically I was never sure if I could maintain my weight of... Continue Reading →
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Reading this was a joy, on many levels. :-)
Sending you lots of love xx
Great idea. This will be helpful :-)
Thank you Sharon, your feedback is very much appreciated.