Is this me??

Danam48

I had a wedding to attend this weekend and we all know what that means.. lots of dreaded pictures! This time was different for me, I didn't shy away to the back row and felt like a million bucks in my new dress. Couldn't wait to see the pictures. Then when I saw them I was a little bit in shock.. Is that really me? It was almost the same denial feeling I used to get when I looked at my pictures before the weight loss. My brain has definitely not caught up with my body, but I was just so excited I had to share here what 120 pounds gone looks like! I see other people's success stories on here and its weird that I don't relate right away. Then I say to myself.. Wait a minute.. I have done that too!! Woo hoo!

I was at my heaviest weight in the first picture at 309 and my current weight is 190. I am 5"10" and am down from a Size 24 to a 14. I still have a ways to go but I feel amazing!
Suggestion to anyone who hasn't taken progress pics yet. JUST DO IT--it really helps!

sharon75uk

You look amazing, well done with your weight loss

monica_reinert

What an accomplishment! You look wonderful. I am in the same boat as you. I have lost quit a bit of weight but like you said my mind hasn't caught up to my body. When I go shopping in stores I still go into the plus size department, because I still don't feel like I lost as much as I have. I know this must sound crazy. I still haven't taken the plunge to take pictures yet. After reading your post maybe I will now. Thanks~

BrandNewFabulousMe

You are amazing! that is a huge milestone! congrats

norahs45

I cannot see the after picture just the before:(

vtmoon

Is it you? Cause I don't know.

seltzermint555

I'd love to see your after pic(s)!

I was at 307 in 2008 and right now I'm at 218. My before photo was a lot like yours, big but pretty girl...I am dying to see what you look like now!!!

ETA: Derp! I saw your photo. I think you look awesome!!!!!

allangirl

First off the dress is a pretty colour. Secondly, congratulations on achieving success and sharing. You have every right to be proud.

jenslife82

I can't see the after picture but congratulations on the loss! 120lbs is fantastic!

Danam48

I don't know why the after picture didn't post!! So frustrating here is the after... why couldn't I get them side by side... too big?

MyLovesMyLife

my goodness you look so tiny!!! congrats

TBates14

So awesome, what an inspiration!! Keep up the good work!!!

joepayer

You look great. Good job

darryl771

OMG.. Wow, I am so proud of you! You are gorgeous!!

seliinac

Fantastic transformation! You look great!

Fittingitforever

You look great! I love your dress!

kkenney73

That is AMAZING and so inspiring!!!

tx_mom72

Oh wow! If that's what 190 looks like I might be happy when I get to 180 lmao. Simply amazing! :drinker: Love the dress too!!

carlydawn101

how do you guys do it!!!!

haunstar

stunning!

Danam48

Thanks everyone.. the dress was definitely a splurge, but I figured that I have been shopping in thrift stores for the past 18 months since I was changing sizes so fast that I deserved something nice for this occasion. I felt a little guilty, but it was worth every penny! A girls gotta treat herself right?

TravelDog14

I can relate to the odd feelings over no longer hiding from the camera.
Funnily enough many of my friends and family are so used to the years and years of me demanding that they not take my photo that now that I'm willing to pose, they don't even ask.

I'm going to have to start photo bombing them!

Good job on the loss, I'm a year older than you, also 5'10" and have gone from 225 down to 150. It's a great feeling, isn't it?

Danam48

I can relate to the odd feelings over no longer hiding from the camera.
Funnily enough many of my friends and family are so used to the years and years of me demanding that they not take my photo that now that I'm willing to pose, they don't even ask.

I'm going to have to start photo bombing them!

Good job on the loss, I'm a year older than you, also 5'10" and have gone from 225 down to 150. It's a great feeling, isn't it?

It is a great feeling. That is really the best part! Congrats on your results as well! Happy picture taking.

jlmed

Amazing!! Congratulations.

DaveneGfit

You are amazing!!!

2stepscloser

Amazing transformation! I totally agree that progress pics are key. They have helped me to much so far. Pictures don't lie

vtmoon

I don't know why the after picture didn't post!! So frustrating here is the after... why couldn't I get them side by side... too big?

Hot Tamales! Great transformation.

Kevalicious99

I cannot see the after picture just the before:(

Right click .. and select view image.

- Kevin -

funkim55

Congratulations!!! You look marvelous!!!

QuietBloom

I don't know why the after picture didn't post!! So frustrating here is the after... why couldn't I get them side by side... too big?

*picks jaw up off the floor* Holy cow!! :drinker:

africanstardust

Wow, you're amazing! Congratulations and be proud of yourself for all your hard work