***40***

Well Friday I will be 40, I am very happy about my weight loss I feel tons better. It has been a hard week for me I look in the mirror and see a balding droopy faced old lady, with skin dripping from everywhere. I made an appointment with the plastic surgeon I actually got in quick I go Monday morning at 9 to get an idea of costs what he can do time frame etc. I think once I stabelize my weight will redistribute and I wont look so empty everywhere. Maybe I just look in the mirrow and know I am not 20 anymore and am now entering the other side. I also had a lot of goals that I have not quite gotten there yet, I am thankful I have reached quite a few of them I can even say I am 75 % there and I know its gods timing. A word of advise to all of you young girls out there goals are awesome never stop making them just don't give yourself until your 40 to achieve them its very stressful.............. Have a good evening Tori

Tori: happy birthday girl. You'll find out your 40's are great. I'll be 47 in a couple of weeks and it doesn't bother me at all. You've earned any wrinkles you have! Karla 337/205/150

Happy Birthday, Tori! Haven't you heard, girl...40 is the new 30! It's true! Even Hollywood has proclaimed it! So you are NOT quite yet entering the other side! I bet you look fantastic already...your brain just has to catch up with your weight loss! Reaching your goals at 40 is a lot more than some people do...it is better than not reaching them at all! And always remember that you have succeeded in something where many others fail...you are vicTORIous! Have a greay day and a kick-ass birthday! Love and hugs, Jersey

Congrats on successfully reaching this wonderful time in your life!! I am right behind you and join the 'new 30' club in a few weeks. I agree that what we have done has completely reshaped our lives and that there's fabulous things ahead!!! **hugs** and best wishes for 40 more years of health, happiness and success! Tiffany

Tori!! Happy early 40th!! I hope you enjoy it and your new life as it continues to blossom! Hugs, Julie

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TORI I hope you have a nice day!! Kay

I'm another one---turning 40 in 2007 (not so very far away) and I think I look better than I have since 25! Amazing---I keep saying that I'm gonna knock it out of the park for my 40th (sagginess and all!) Take care and very happy b-day! Cathy

Tori, I hope you had a wonderful day!! I, too, like some others here, will join you in April 2007. I'm not looking forward to it, but I'll try to remember Jersey's "it's the new 30" mantra!! You have accomplished so much on this journey, so be proud and celebrate how far you've come. Happy, happy birthday!! Lisa S.