A small victory
 

Last night at work, as I am walking back from the bathroom, I happen to notice the vending machines. Not hard to do since there are about ten of them in a row. The thing is that two weeks ago, I would have stood in front of them, after having to dig through my purse to find enough change, and picked something out.

For the first time, since I started over in my attempts, I glanced over and realized that I had control over whether I grabbed something or not. I walked past it with only that glance. I felt so proud of myself!!!!

I know there will be a time when I do grab something but I also know that the next time it will be a healthier choice. I have lost 8 pounds in the last two weeks and I can already feel the difference. I no longer feel like my skin is being pushed out or my chin(s) is growing every second. No one else may notice for another 20 pounds, but I certainly do.

This is not a small victory!
8 pounds are big victory!
I wish you all the best and i keep going!

:congrat: That's a terrific victory! :congrat:

Heather you make impossible think. Please tell me how you make that 121 pounds? Is great my admiration !

Ha!! Luvs it beforeim35!! It's almost like a chess match and you just made the best move. Beat that vending machine!

That may seem like a small victory, but actually that is a huge step! Vending machines can be a trigger. Like you said, it's habit to stop and start digging out change! So good for you!! And 8 lbs in two weeks? Wow! That's great! That may slow down, so be ready for it and don't let it discourage you, because 1-2 lbs a week is much more typical and still a great accomplishment. Just remember, slow and steady wins the race! Great job on passing on the vending machines, and good luck!

Congratulations! I think that is a huge victory. I picture vending machines as huge monsters that threaten my healthy way of life. Good for you for overcoming the monsters!

Thats great!! Those vending machines are soo tempting.

First of all, congrats on the loss! Like previous posters have said, I wouldn't consider this to be a small victory because it is actually a really big step to take towards a healthier lifestyle!

Vending machines are evil. You done good.

Way to go!! That's awesome... It's all about changing habits!