9 Month Pic Posted

Honestly not seeing a lot of change from last month but I think that is because I am nearing goal.. I am happy with what I see though. Thanks for looking!

Hi Melissa, You look great!! I can so understand what you are saying in your last entry on your profile. People tell me that I have lost too much weight, one girl at work pulled me over and said, "honestly, you are finished, right"? Um...no, I weigh 150 and although I have slowed down quite a bit, I still want to lose at least down to 140. My sister says I am too small but she is used to me being heavy, I think that affects the way people see you. A perfect stranger would probably think, hey she is just that size, but people who know me tend to think I have lost enough weight. Most people are complimentary, most everyone says I look healthy, and that I could stop losing and be fine. I know what I want though, and I know that I do not want to gain so I really want to lose below where I am now so that I have somewhat of a cushion. I have to try really hard to not listen to the negatives, and focus on how I feel and what is working for me. My husband is fine with how I look now, but thinks I weigh about 10 pounds less than I do, I also have my tummy tuck scheduled for Sept 24 and think I will lose about 5 pounds there, so that means I really have about 10 to 15 to lose on my own. I have not lost any this month (since August 8 anniv date), and last month I only lost 5, I knew it would slow waayyyyy down since I am near goal but I am happy with what I have done so far. Good luck to you and keep us posted in your journey, you are inspirational to me. Angela

Hi Angela! You are so beautiful.. I have to start by saying that.. just one gorgeous woman you are! I do understand the cushion thing.. I have even said that I wouldn't mind losing to 135 or so just because you hear about this 10% bounce back that happens at 18 mos to 2 years out.. a little afraid of that.. they say even with no changes in your diet and exercise program it happens.. ugh I hope not! Yes, the weight loss does slow down as you near goal they say.. You have plenty of losing time left tho.. so no worries.. how exciting about your TT, our first plastics december baby! You have to keep us informed on how it goes, wanna learn what is to happen to us in the future!! You are gonna do great and already look great so this will just be the icing on the cake for you, I am so happy for you! Hugs!

Thanks Melissa. I am afraid of the weight gain too, and some gain is inevitable, due to the body becoming more efficient, you will then have to work double hard to keep it off . And I know my history of losing/gaining, and I want to prepare for that. Its hard to explain that to people who are not in our shoes, or people who have never struggled with weight. Its a lifelong thing and I want to keep focused. We will never be "normal" again and we have to act accordingly. Angela

Love them, love them....you are so cute!!! and skinny minnie to boot. Very proud of you and your successful journey!!! Erin

Aw thanks Erin.. you are too sweet!

Hi, Melissa! Wow, what a beautiful bride! The two of you were beaming...sure that spark is still there . As for the 9 month photos, great job! Your comment about others' reactions seems right on target. Ignore the negative lot. Go for your dream weight. You've inspired a lot of people along your journey. Great Role Model! Ro

Aw thanks Ro, my wedding day was a magical day, that is for sure. I wish I could have been thinner but honestly I looked pretty good in that dress at 292 pounds if I do say so myself.. I was lucky to find it, it fit me like a glove. Thanks for the encouragement Ro, it means a lot to me!

I see a lot of difference from only last month..geez, what a tiny butt you have!!!!

Tiny butt.. ha! I will take that! Thanks so much!