Haven't Posted Lately....have encouraging news!

Well, it's been a while since I sat down and took the time to post something.  I visit this board pretty much every day, but I started back to school this fall, so I just haven't made the time to say anything.  Anyway, I just wanted to tell everyone out there that you all make such a difference in my everyday life b/c I think of all of you as I struggle each day.  The encouraging news I have is that since I started to school, I have not had the time to obsess over food nearly as much, and I have dropped 12 pounds so far!!!!!!!!!!  I haven't even really tried.  I just quit snacking all day, and when I fit comfortably into a pair of jeans that I could not even wear last year, (they went on, but it was sickening to look at if you know what I mean!) it was a HUGE boost to my confidence!  I really do feel SO much better.  It is amazing what a difference a few pounds will make in your opinion in yourself!  Even though I wasn't "fat", I was too big for the clothes that had been fitting, and that will make you feel huge anyway, but I am starting to see myself in a good way again, and it feels GREAT!  So, I know I have rambled on, but I just wanted to say that it is true apparantly......you can do it.........and when you do............you will be so proud of yourself, and it makes it all worth it!!!!!  Thank you all for the wonderful support you offer everyday. 

Good for YOU!!!  You're right...there's nothing like a little success to build confidence and motivation!  Keep up the good "work"! Kathy

Yeaaahhhhhhhhh Beth!! Good for you girl. Twelve pounds at this point is VERY encouraging. Isn't that funny? It used to take 40 or more for us to really notice, now, just 2 or 3 even can make a difference!!! Anyway, I am sooooooooooo proud of and for you!!  I often think that if I didn't sit at a desk and "snack" all day I would be so much better off!!! But alas, I do like my job and I REALLY do like living indoors and eating on a regular basis!!! Sooooooooooo glad you posted and let us share your success Beth!!    Hugs,   Piggy

That's fantastic!!! Congratulations!!! And I so agree that dropping back down a few pounds does make such a difference in how you feel both physically and mentally! thanks for the positive update!

You've really got it going on, losing weight and going back to school. I wish I had your drive.

GOOD FOR YOU!!!!  good fitting jeans in the "right" size....could be nothing better :-) Keep strong Diana RNY 9/17/03 360/196/forever aiming at 180