Hello everyone. My name is Heather, and I am a lurker. I come to 3FC at least once a day, but I am a shy poster. I have enjoyed reading all the stories here, and have found much inspiration and information here.

This is my mini-goal story.

I began on July 22, 2008. Why that day? Why not. I weighed 228 lbs on that day, my highest weight ever. I began Weight Watchers, with the help and support of my awesome mom (a lifetime member). This morning, 24 weeks later, I weighed in at 178.0 lbs. I have lost 50 lbs.
I can’t really believe what has happened to me. I used to hate exercise, now I do hot yoga at least 4 times a week and have just started a running program and my goal is to run a 10-minute mile. Not bad for a girl who could barely walk 2 miles in an hour a few months ago.

I am halfway to my goal, and I am starting to believe I can do it. I have not done this alone. My husband has been so supportive and loving. I know he loves ME, no matter what size. He has cheered me on, and I have felt so blessed. I have a bunch of good friends who put up with my daily craziness and obsessiveness and never tell me to shut up when I go on and on…. (even if they want to….)

I am joyous.

Wonderful!!! Congratulations, you look great!!

Awesome work!! You look fantastic!! Keep up the great work!

You look 15 years younger and healthier. AWESOME

You look wonderful! Keep up the good work!

Thank you for your encouragement. I have to say, seeing those pictures side-by-side has been a real eye opener for me. I am much kinder to myself these days. I know I still have a way to go, but look at how much I have already accomplished!

Peace, Heather