Two years ago today I started this program. Instead of writing a long post about all the things that are different in my life, I'm sharing these photos from 2011 when I wore a size 30/32 and a few from recent months. I wish I'd had my photo taken today, but such is life!
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| May 2011 |
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| October 2011 - this was my favorite blouse (30/32) |
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| November 2011 |
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| September 2012 |
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December 2012
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| January 2013 - this photo is blurry, but I'll take it! |
By the way, did you know you can click on a photo to see it larger? You also have the option to view the other photos on the page by clicking on the next image (when viewing the larger image, look at the bottom of the page for the next image).
Happy Anniversary Theresa! You look fabulous!!
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ReplyDeleteYou know, without stepping on the scale one could question if the weight really is coming off. Well, like I said, my clothes fit better, but I still have some articles I can’t fit into yet. Nobody has mentioned anything to me about losing weight or looking slimmer, until this morning. That made me happy because it’s like a confirmation. It’s been one month since I am back on the program. No excuses, no cheating, just right on. My plan is to stay on it throughout February, and then I’ll re-visit. Not that I plan to go totally off the plan, but I am pondering to have one day when I can allow myself something not on the program, but I will keep in mind that if I eat or drink (Wine) anything ‘sweet’, I am committed to stay on the plan before and after for the rest of the week. If memory serves me right it will take the body 3 full days to catch up again to be able to lose weight. The blogs and Facebook have been a tremendous help. I am deeply grateful and thankful to all of you. I am not worried about falling off the wagon because it’s not a big issue to me. So, why worry about something that hasn’t happened yet? To tell you the truth, I am really trying to fit into a size 12 before December. My husband and I are planning on visiting my family in Germany for Christmas and New Year. Last time I was back in the old country I was a size 18. I felt uncomfortable because my family is active, fit and trim. I really felt out of place and kept thinking about that I stuck out like a sore thumb. My husband hasn’t been back in Germany since 1990 and he is a big guy. He is 6’3 and weighs about 310 pounds or so. My family and friends love him. He towers over everybody else. The funny part is that most of my family members don’t speak English and my husband doesn’t speak German. Yet, they get along just fine. It’s hilarious. But, I digress. Perhaps this visit is the push I needed to get back on track. I am really excited about making this progress. I wish you much success. Use the tools that are available to you through the blog and facebook. It’s easier that way.
I encourage you NOT to plan a "day off" followed by 3 days of meats. There are no days off while you're on program. You are walking a thin line and if you want to reach your goal of December, walk away.
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure why you're thinking you should have a day off, but beware that could lead to you going off program and having a very hard time getting back on.
BTW, sometimes I thought perhaps I'd been hypnotized to believe I was losing weight and that in fact I was the same size. This passed, but until recently I was thinking about why my clothes aren't falling off me. Then I remembered, oh yeah, I got rid of those clothes; these are new clothes and smaller sizes.
DeleteKeep following the program and you too will reach your goal size. It's when we are closest to dropping weight when we most want to give up. Hang on a while longer and you will see the change.
Yes, it's good to visualize how your family will respond to your weight loos when you go to Germany. Keep that vision in mind and stay the course.
Also, some people don't say anything for a really long time about weight loss because in the past we lost weight and gained it back. For me, I was so big that it took a long time for people to really see the changes.
Theresa, after reading your reply I have to agree. What was I thinking? Why would I even go there and set myself up? I know. Because that what happened in the past. To heck with all the excuses. I don’t need a day off, I am doing just fine. Thanks for setting me straight again. Another point taken: Why would I fret about ‘taking a day off’ when everything is going so well. The proof is in the pudding. I chose a lifestyle which works for me and so many others. I almost created a problem where there was none to begin with. When I visit Germany in December I will carry myself with confidence and enjoy being in the circle of people who loved me all my life.
DeleteStay strong you are worth it. If you need a day to break from the meat and veggies , have egg whites and veggies and vodkas with seltzers and lemon and lime as your wine . Stay sane . It's not easy. ESP with kids in the picture. You can do it !
ReplyDeleteThanks Anonymous. Here is my reply to Theresa, but I want to make sure you can see it also. I am grateful we all stick together and we watch out for each other. I feel like I have a whole support system behind me, guiding me.
DeleteTheresa, after reading your reply I have to agree. What was I thinking? Why would I even go there and set myself up? I know. Because that what happened in the past. To heck with all the excuses. I don’t need a day off, I am doing just fine. Thanks for setting me straight again. Another point taken: Why would I fret about ‘taking a day off’ when everything is going so well. The proof is in the pudding. I chose a lifestyle which works for me and so many others. I almost created a problem where there was none to begin with. When I visit Germany in December I will carry myself with confidence and enjoy being in the circle of people who loved me all my life.
I'm so happy to hear you're staying on program! Great revelations! You go girl!
DeleteTheresa, you look GREAT!!!!!!!!!! Happy anniversary!!!! Keep on, keeping on, and we will all make it!!!!!
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