Eye on the Prize

Hello everyone, since this is the month of almost impossible pre-surgery diets for some and eventually the pain and difficult post-surgery for all, I thought it would be a great time to talk about the horrors we have experienced being overweight (that will be in the past) and the glories of the days as we near our goal weights.  

I'll start.  I can't wait to be done with xxxl shopping!  The variety of clothes that size are not attractive!  I don't know why designers think we love the hidious fabrics most of the shirts come in!  I can't wait to wear jeans again!!!  I have also been responsible for breaking 3 toilet seats and 1 recliner.  I am careful not to lean over when sitting!  I also love the way people see me coming and move out of my way when they are not in my way...

On the flip side, I can't wait to feel comfortable in my clothes, be more active, as I have a bulging disc from an accident 4 years ago and a bruised tailbone, I can't wait for the weight to come off so I won't be on as much pain!  Oh...and the darn Cpap!  How many of you have those?  Can you even imagine what it will be like to sleep without that thing?  To check into a hotel and NOT have to lug that thing around and set it up?  HEAVEN!!  

OK, I started, now It is your turn

I love this post! I want to be comfortable in my clothes and be able to shop in the "normal" section. I hate that my 6 year old has to say, I know you can't do this or that mommy it's okay. Because you know what...it's not okay!

I'm working on a new me!

I get what you are saying about your 6 year old.  Good for you for doing this for your child and you!  Image how cool it will be to join in on everything!  How great will that be?!?

I agree, be great to Lose the 3xl's, the pain ( knees,hips, and back). I haven't broken anything in a long time and remember well the mortification I felt.... Now they help me decide where to sit.... Ha...ha.  Good luck on your journey......

I agree, be great to Lose the 3xl's, the pain ( knees,hips, and back). I haven't broken anything in a long time and remember well the mortification I felt.... Now they help me decide where to sit.... Ha...ha.  Good luck on your journey......

I can't even tell you how many times I've opted to stand when going to a bbq or outdoor party at a friend's house because I wasn't convinced the outdoor furniture could hold me. I'm terrified of heights and I really think this is a huge contributing factor as to why that is. I don't remember being afraid of heights as a child, I was up on the roof putting up Christmas lights with my mom every year! It's not till adulthood that this came about.

I used to have stepping stone pavers outside in my back yard and they were so beautiful when I put them down but I broke each and every one of them one by one over the course of about 2 weeks after installing.

I could go on with the things I won't miss...most of all though I will be excited to be able to run around with my grandchildren one day. I have always been that mom who sat on the park bench and watched the kids play because I was so overweight and out of shape. When I have grandkids, I want to be that grandma that runs around with them, no more park bench for me!

I can't wait to shop in normal stores.  It's mortifying for my kids to go to "lane Bryant" so I can look for something, or any other store. My weight gain came rapidly after I was forced into menopause after a full hysterectomy, and they don't give hormones. I 40, and was told my body will eventually adjust. Years later, they said bc of my situation and age, I should've been on hormones immediately. Imagine how upsetting that was! So, now, I run out of breath fast. I'm looking forward to walking and working out and shopping without getting out of breath, and the daggers I get from people who think overweight people all just sit and eat junk food, I can do without them! I want to smile more, laugh louder and instead of hiding in the back of a crowd, I want to lose the weight and be seen, for who I am. I wish everyone the best on this journey!!!

I can't wait to shop in normal stores.  It's mortifying for my kids to go to "lane Bryant" so I can look for something, or any other store. My weight gain came rapidly after I was forced into menopause after a full hysterectomy, and they don't give hormones. I 40, and was told my body will eventually adjust. Years later, they said bc of my situation and age, I should've been on hormones immediately. Imagine how upsetting that was! So, now, I run out of breath fast. I'm looking forward to walking and working out and shopping without getting out of breath, and the daggers I get from people who think overweight people all just sit and eat junk food, I can do without them! I want to smile more, laugh louder and instead of hiding in the back of a crowd, I want to lose the weight and be seen, for who I am. I wish everyone the best on this journey!!!

I only shop online, I can't wait to shop in a real store and have variety!  I hear you about the daggers!!!  I had one person come up to me and call me a fat donut eating *****  That was 20 years ago and it still hurts.  I love what you said about smiling more, etc.  Well said!

I look forward to scooting around and moving my body.  Letting the tiredness of my muscles not my weight what ends a work out.  I want to dance with my husband and sons.  I want to run with my dogs.  I just want to live more comfortably.