I am feeling good today about what I have achieved...so I thought I would share it.

I certainly haven't reached goal yet...but am still going..and that in it's self is a success for me.

I began my "weightloss journey" on January 1st, 2000. This was after seeing my wedding pictures, I no longer knew who that person was. I was tired, miserable, fat, and I was slowly falling into a depression. I was also diagnosed with PCOS...which scared me to no end. I had to do something. So, I decided once and for all, I would do it. No more excuses. I didn't tell a soul about my plan, except of course all of my friends here.
15 months later, I have lost a total of 62 lbs. Very slow, but I have not and will not give up. I have dropped 5 sizes, joined a gym, which I never thought possible, and I feel so so much better. And I do look pretty good, if I do say so myself.
Still have awhile to go, knowing it will take me awhile to reach goal. But this is for life. I will never be that unhappy, miserable, isolated, tired, depressed woman again. Life is too precious to not take care of ourselves. I love life too much for the old excuses.
Sure, I have my days where I look in the mirror and I cringe or I feel like I have not accomplished anything. Maybe we all have those days? But I truly am happy with myself. I may not be doing it as quickly as alot of people..but the important thing is..am doing it..and I have not given up like so many times before.

Thank you for letting me share...this site was the "answer" I've been looking for..support, inspiration, encouragement, understanding and respect.

You go girl You're doing a terrific job. I'm losing slow too but you know what it's never never coming back
I lurk on the 100 lb club all the time and you have really kept me inspired. Again congrats on getting to where you are and wishing you success to where you want to go. I know You'll get there.

Bernice
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Today is day 36 OP

Work it slowly...amen to that! Meeeee too. I got a long ways to go too.

yes we all do have those days at the mirror. You are diffently not alone.

Keep it up. We can all lose together.

Thank you for sharing your story.

Jennifer,

I am at a point now where I feel like I'm going nowhere. Reading your words helps encourage me to do my best, just like you are doing your best.

Thank you for sharing your story with us. It means a lot to be able to hear stories from strong women who have accomplished so much.

Thanks.