Hi ladies, Im here because I decided I need to speak to others living the life I am. This process is hard enough with support, but its even more difficult when doing it alone. So here I am!
Im Marcie or Mar. 26 years old, born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. Im happily married to my husband Eric, and together we have 3 awesome kids. Makenna Ann is 4, Maddox Joy is 2, and James Eric is 10 months. Our family is complete, and I got my tubes tied last July! Im college educated and a licensed cosmetologist, but am currently a stay at home mommy, and plan to be until my youngest goes to school.
I decided last winter that since we were officially finished having kids, it was time for me to reclaim my body back as my own. After all, 3 pregnancies in 5 years can do a number on a woman.
I started my new life December 28th, 2008 (I didnt want it to feel like a generic New Year resolution) I am 5 foot 7, and was 209lbs. I have been told many times I "carry my weight well" but who cares, I was fat, and UNHAPPY! I didnt love myself, and sure as heck didnt feel sexy anymore.
I learned how to count calories, control cravings, & workout, BIGTIME! My husband cooks very well, and has learned to make lowfat/lowcal things for me. They taste great and he's truly helped me. Im very grateful for him. However, no one actual "buddies" with me. All of my friends are either pregnant, or dont feel they need to watch what they eat, or lose weight. Im a motivated person, and if I feel people slack, I bypass them. When I want something, its mine, and now people that know me are seeing that.. I have "friends" that you can tell are a bit jealous, saying "your weight loss will slow down" or "you wont look right that skinny"
Its been a bit over a full 2 months, and this morning, I lost my 30th pound! I am now 179! Every outfit, undies, etc. are huge on me, falling off. I feel amazing, and ACCOMPLISHED! I havent had red meat since starting this, not because I dont want it, but because I dont crave it with ground turkey around. I dont drink juice anymore. Oddly enough, I have NEVER had a cheat day, or meal. Unless you count Sweet Tomatoes salad bar with healthy choices made, or a Skinny Cow ice cream sandwhich. I love my new lifestyle! Although I did this for looks only, I feel healthier at the same time!
I hope to get to know you all. I hope you all can help me go through tough days, and be there for my good days! I think support is huge in this!
Id like to get to 155lbs. at LEAST, but have no plan on ever going back to old eating habits or anything, so if it keeps coming off, awesome!
Thanks for reading my ramble!
Hello Everyone!
