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Old 08-22-2008, 08:57 AM   #1  
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I thought I looked good this morning when I put my clothes on and looked in the mirror. So I was proud of myself and happy! Figured I would take my August pictures and I didn't think I looked THAT big until I saw the pic! Now I can see a difference from the month to month pics but my arms are still huge... my stomach isn't as flat as I thought it was and now I'm feeling sad Darn camera
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Old 08-22-2008, 09:04 AM   #2  
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I've always been that way with cameras.

But rest assured... You look fantastic and are doing a great job!!
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Old 08-22-2008, 09:06 AM   #3  
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Thanks Julie- Like I said, I can see a difference but I thought it was a much bigger difference then the camera shows *sigh*
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Old 08-22-2008, 09:33 AM   #4  
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I think you're worrying over nothing - You look incredible
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Old 08-22-2008, 10:02 AM   #5  
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I felt the same way looking at my progress pics along the way, but you ARE doing great!
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Old 08-22-2008, 10:32 AM   #6  
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Wow! The difference between May and this month... Girl, you look fantastic. Seriously, I can see a definite difference. Yes, even in your upper arms. You are doing so well. It is often hard to see things ourselves that are so obvious to others.

Your little guy's little round head... Awwww... So. Cute.
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Old 08-22-2008, 01:12 PM   #7  
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its the camera angle and close proximity. I'm certain an unflattering pic could be taken at goal weight too. Keep truckin' you're doing great!
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Old 08-22-2008, 02:41 PM   #8  
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I agree with everyone else. I can totally see a difference. You look great.
Way to go!!!
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Old 08-22-2008, 04:59 PM   #9  
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You look GREAT! I don't think the camera shows the real me either. I don't think a 2D image really does most people justice. But, you are doing fantastic! Keep it up
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Old 08-22-2008, 07:41 PM   #10  
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You look great! I feel the same way when I look at pictures of myself. It is absolutely 100% true that the camera adds 5 to 10 lbs (it's the result of taking a 3D object and transposing it to a 2D image). We're all thinner than we look in our pictures! And pictures from the side, the way you are standing, are the most unflattering. There's a reason you never see a celebrity pose for a picture sideways.
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You look awesome and should be proud of yourself - you have obviously worked hard! I'm sure soon you'll be loving your pics -- keep up the great work!
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