I have been putting away $50 a month to help supplement my wardrobe when I'm done. So far I only have $200 but it's a start.

I'm looking forward to cute sundresses for my cruise next April - which is when I hope to ulitmately be at goal.

I also have a lululemon hoodie in my closet that I bought as motivation in 2008 hoping one day I'd fit my fat kid self in to it....no luck yet but I'm the closest I've ever been!

And an awesome winter jacket..I live in western Canada where it is potentially winter from October to April, and fat kid winter coats, not the most beautiful things you've ever seen! I can't wait to have something stylish!

Love the pictures and motivating rewards, ladies!

My long term reward is to get my varicose veins fixed. Not something fun, but they hurt (especially when they accidentally get hit) and I might actually be inspired to wear shorts.

on Varicose Veins... you need to increase your activity/circulation. More cardio, walking believe it or not. I had a client that had them and he worked on his feet all day... not good, so I told him about cardio and getting the blood flowing and he was Thrilled

Here are some tips

Lots of women having varicose veins on their legs are afraid of exercising, because they believe, that physical exercises could make the problem worse. Exercises actually improve the blood circulation through your legs. Any exercises involving legs are good to prevent spider veins, the best and most efficient is exercising the lower calf muscles. Swimming, walking, bicycling, jogging, aerobics, step aerobics – if you do something from the list regularly, this is already varicose veins prevention. If you already have varicose veins, moderate leg exercises help relieve varicose veins and reduce the aching associated with them. The following exercises improve your leg strength and muscle tone, help promote circulation and, thus, help prevent and relieve varicose veins.
Exercise #1. Calf Stretching

You will need to use an aerobic step, or a low bench, or something stable, raised and firm. Stand on the step with both feet. Your heels should extend over the edge of the step. Raise yourself up on your toes and then lower your heels down below the step. Do this exercise close to a wall to hold on to balance. Make about 40 repetitions. This exercise stretches the back of your calf muscles.
Exercise #2. Pedaling

Lie on the floor on your back with hands out to the sides or beneath the buttocks. Lift your legs off the floor and pedal them, as if you were riding a bicycle. If you hold your legs low, you also work on your abdominals.
Exercise #3. Tip-toeing

Walk on tip-toes, when you are working around the house. This exercise also stretches the calves.
Exercise #4. Walk on Heels

This exercise is also simple and can be done at home while clearing up, but is effective for calve muscle strength. Just walk on your heels around the house.
Exercise #5. Leg Lifting

Lie down on the floor on your back with hands out to the sides or beneath the buttocks. Press your lower back and buttocks against the floor. Lift one straight leg and hold it elevated perpendicular to the floor. Hold this pose as long as you can and lay the leg down. Repeat this motion with the other leg. This exercise improves the circulation in your legs.
Exercise #6. Knee Bends

Lie on the floor on your back. Pull one knee into your chest. During this hold onto your leg behind the knee. While your leg is kept in this position, point and flex your foot. All the motions should be done slowly and forcefully. After several foot motions do the same with the opposite leg. This exercise makes the muscles of the entire leg work.
Resting after Leg Exercises

It is recommended to elevate the legs about 6 to 12 inches above the heart after doing these or any other leg exercises, especially exercises involving the large muscles of the lower body. Independent from if you have just done exercises, or walked a lot, or had to stand for a long time, do this to prevent and relieve varicose veins. You can also do the following: lie down on the floor with your buttocks almost touching a wall. Keep your legs in an elevated pose resting against the wall. This provides a good rest for your legs.

deinekatze, THANK YOU for the fabulous information!! I haven't been walking much since my second baby was born, but I do need to start! Will these exercises also stop them from bulging out, or am I doomed for the laser for that one?

the more you improve your circulation the better they will get... not sure they can reverse completely, depends on your own body, but it will make them feel better at the very least