Well, I'm back!
What an ego boosting weekend! I had many compliments although it wasn't all like I expected (I made a lengthy blog entry with details for those interested. I'll leave the massive wall of text out of this post and just point you to the blog if you want ALL the details).
Talk about motivation to keep going! I am so enthused. And I saw my dentist for the first time yesterday and she and the techs all freaked out - I had to detail every little thing I did for them LOL.
No pics =( Although, the professional photographer took a group photo of us 4 cousins (raised as siblings pretty much) which I am going to ask for a copy of so I can have a decent "in progress" picture where I look gussied up haha!
Eating was an issue. You'd think that food in Los Angeles would have a bend towards the healthier side no matter where you went. Not so much. I had a hard time finding things I could eat, and even then, it wasn't very tasty (also, the fair smells really good... but all I could eat there was a diet Pepsi).
I have spoiled myself with my own good, healthy, tasty cooking. I also didn't count calories the whole weekend, which is the first time I have not done that since the start of this journey. I am happy to report I came back 2.8 pounds lighter despite the obstacles!
All in all, it was a success and I have come back with renewed enthusiasm and a stronger sense of self confidence.
And you know what? I get the advice on how to lose weight from people too! 
What is that about? I've lost 65 pounds people...I kinda think I might know a little something. 
