It is funny to me how the society views "skinny" or "thin". Everyone wants to look perfect in a bathing suit, but are never satisfied when they put it on. I went to Florida with one of my best friends when we were 19. I weighed 160 pounds. I thought I was huge! I got plenty of stares, but I managed to convince myself that they were looking at my fat butt and pale skin instead of the fact that they may have been admiring the scenery. I got married a month before my 23rd birthday. I weighed 172 pounds. I was so bummed that I couldn't lose he weight before the big day. I did love my dress though! When I got pregnant with Jacob, I weighed 180 pounds. I had reached an all time high at that point. I thought I was lucky to have lost 12 lbs in the beginning of my pregnancy. How stupid is that? I was losing weight because I was sick and on bedrest, but felt good about the drop in pounds. Why is it that we are never happy with who we are? Why is I that a
OMG, I just wanted to say congratulation on your weight loss. I know losing weight can be pretty hard to do, trust me Im going through the same thing right now.
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And Congrats Again on reaching your goal.
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You look terrific! I know that it must be difficult to post pictures with your weight next to them, but to see that last picture of you at your goal weight is really inspiring! Thanks for blogging about your journey, it will keep me going!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much to both of you for the sweet and encouraging comments. This blog has held me accountable when I felt like giving up. I was inspired by others, so it feels good to encourage those on the same journey.
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