No Tears, Just Cheers!
 

Hello everyone! :hug:

I'm here to share my story, get support, and show support where I can. Three years ago I was engaged to be married, fulltime in grad school, and really stressed out. I was having trouble in my relationship and was stressed out in school. I found out I was expecting...only to miscarriage 12 weeks later ( a week before midterms and 2 weeks before my bday). My then fiance decided instead of working through the grief, to vacation in Germany for two weeks instead....without me. Needless to say our relationship ended, but I was still in school, working and trying to keep a smile on my face. I turned to food to get me through and found myself cooking and baking after class and staying up crying and eating until early morning. I gained 40 lbs on top of the weight I gained while pregnant.

This was a devestating time in my life, but I couldn't stay down. It wasn't easiest thing in the world, but I was able to lose ALL of the weight I gained. It took me about 6 months for the weight and longer for the emotional stuff. I still have a few pounds I want to lose to be at my ideal body weight and feel confident, but I'm also still working on myself in many way. It took me 2 years, but Im now in a relationship that I love! At times I feel bits of my old self rising again but I try my best to keep myself poised and in a positive place. I hope my story can inspire someone and I can also find the support I need to stay on track. Thank you! :D

Hi LoveMoreMimi! :welcome: Bless your heart! :hug: I am so sorry for your loss and for all that happened to you. Oh, but I am so impressed with you and so happy you are in a loving relationship now! Yes, you will have lots to offer here, and there are so many people here who will support you! I'm glad you found us! Good luck in losing those last few pounds!