Been MIA...Quick Update w/Pic!

You look fantastic! Don't sweat the size thing. It doesn't matter. None of us have lost our weight and turned out looking like Barbie. The thing is that we look pretty good fully clothed but otherwise not so much. I have to remind myself that I look so different than before that the odd parts are just signs of a hard fought victory. Actually, that one is tough and I do it better at some times than others. Don't give yourself a hard time.

Do what you must to destress yourself. Consider a walk at lunch, a 5 minute guided imagery break in the middle of work, what ever. You will not be able to produce your best work if you do not put yourself first. My band gets psycho during times of stress, too. Let me fight with my husband and I won't be able to eat at all, and that really makes me mad! It is just not worth getting yourself in a state.

Good luck, my dear, and congrats.

Hot Mama!! You have done fantastic, way to go!!! I hate that plumber butt thing,  a lot of my new pants are like that,  I have to make sure my shirts are long enough, otherwise when I bend over.......... Continued good luck!

Nikki,

You look FABULOUS! Your shape has gone from tomato to hourglass - va va voom!

I know what you mean about finding pants that work. The low rise pants are not, and probably never will be, flattering on me. I can wear almost anything in the JCP juniors' department except the jeans and dress pants with the stupid 2" zippers!

Jean