Celebration! 13 months - down 66lbs

slimbettie

Thank you Myfitnesspal. Thank you for being there for me every day for the past 13 months, even if I ignored you at times, even if I lied to you, and even if I hated you at times. You took me from a super obese, very ignorant, unhealthy and sad person, to one that is now much happier, healthier and enlightened. Yes, sure I miss the days where I could scoff on pastries, crisps and chocolates without even thinking of the calorie content, but what is the price I pay for that?

You showed me a world where I can lose weight without deprivation and starvation. Too often I would start on a “diet plan” only to give up in a couple of weeks’ time, feeling like a total failure. I “dieted” myself up to a massive 139kg (306lbs) over the course of 20 years. I would lose 10lbs, but gain 15lbs. Sounds familiar? I wish I could scream this from the rooftops “DIETS MAKE YOU FAT!!!”

The 17th of May 2013 was just another random day. For some reason, I joined your world, and you changed my life. I tell everyone I know about you. They look at me blankly, with a look of ‘”whatever”. But I know, I know! I know what you mean to me, what you offer and what you stand for.

I look forward to the next 13 months in your good company; to more learning, more laughter and getting real with myself. As I peel away the pounds, the layers of the new me emerges. Once I handled life by eating (happy, sad…), but now I learn to handle life in all its glory, the good, the bad and the ugly. But I am not worried, because you help me with the skills to deal with stuff I never thought I would.

You’ve encouraged me. You’ve supported me. You’ve loved me. When I could not even love myself.

My hubby teases me about you, you know. He says you are my boyfriend! I guess that is because we spend so much time together, I don’t know. But jokes aside, Myfitnesspal, you have been such a great pal, to thousands of people, and to me. Besides, you are only a click away!

SW: 139kg (306lbs)
CW: 109kg (240lbs)
Loss to date: 30kg (66lbs)
Time taken: 13 months
5’4 Female, 36 years old

BEFORE: 17 May 2014: 306lbs (It was very hard to let my hubby take this pic. No sides and back shots, I was just too embarrassed).

DURING: 20 June 2014: 240lbs

Just for fun!
Back in 2010: Approx 310lbs (might even be more!)

Today: 240lbs

carolynh7

amazing achievement - well done

kecmw25

Awesome! Keep up the good work!!

Caper88

Congrats on your amazing achievement - great job

socajam

Thank you Myfitnesspal. Thank you for being there for me every day for the past 13 months, even if I ignored you at times, even if I lied to you, and even if I hated you at times. You took me from a super obese, very ignorant, unhealthy and sad person, to one that is now much happier, healthier and enlightened. Yes, sure I miss the days where I could scoff on pastries, crisps and chocolates without even thinking of the calorie content, but what is the price I pay for that?

You showed me a world where I can lose weight without deprivation and starvation. Too often I would start on a “diet plan” only to give up in a couple of weeks’ time, feeling like a total failure. I “dieted” myself up to a massive 139kg (306lbs) over the course of 20 years. I would lose 10lbs, but gain 15lbs. Sounds familiar? I wish I could scream this from the rooftops “DIETS MAKE YOU FAT!!!”

The 17th of May 2013 was just another random day. For some reason, I joined your world, and you changed my life. I tell everyone I know about you. They look at me blankly, with a look of ‘”whatever”. But I know, I know! I know what you mean to me, what you offer and what you stand for.

I look forward to the next 13 months in your good company; to more learning, more laughter and getting real with myself. As I peel away the pounds, the layers of the new me emerges. Once I handled life by eating (happy, sad…), but now I learn to handle life in all its glory, the good, the bad and the ugly. But I am not worried, because you help me with the skills to deal with stuff I never thought I would.

You’ve encouraged me. You’ve supported me. You’ve loved me. When I could not even love myself.

My hubby teases me about you, you know. He says you are my boyfriend! I guess that is because we spend so much time together, I don’t know. But jokes aside, Myfitnesspal, you have been such a great pal, to thousands of people, and to me. Besides, you are only a click away!

SW: 139kg (306lbs)
CW: 109kg (240lbs)
Loss to date: 30kg (66lbs)
Time taken: 13 months
5’4 Female, 36 years old

BEFORE: 17 May 2014: 306lbs (It was very hard to let my hubby take this pic. No sides and back shots, I was just too embarrassed).

DURING: 20 June 2014: 240lbs

Just for fun!
Back in 2010: Approx 310lbs (might even be more!)

Today: 240lbs

Well done and congratulations. Please continue and let that beauty that you have being hiding for so long finally shine - your face before and after is very evident of that.

lh1626

Wonderful job on your journey! Congratulations!

JenVii

Great job. Congratulations.

Jerseygrrl

Fantastic! Keep working hard and know you are worth every ounce of effort and drop of sweat.
You are inspiring people!!!

zaina510

You look awesome!

Nckr66

Just wow - look at you! The difference in your face alone is amazing. Great work you gorgeous woman!!

Joyfulkneves23

Amazing work and you have a really great smile

daniellemm1

I enjoyed your love letter to MFP, it expresses my own thoughts and experiences so well. Congratulations on learning what is involved in losing the weight and getting healthy. (It took us long enough, didn't it ) You are very beautiful and I look forward to hearing more from you as you continue on your journey to better health!

sassareno

You are beautiful! Keep up the awesome work!

ianthy

Lovely lovely story - keep going. I want to read your story when you get GW.

bizgirl26

You are looking great- you look so happy. Congrats

slimbettie

Thank you very much for all the compliments and kind words :blushing: I sure feel like a superstar today!!!!

ReneeIsReady

Congrats...you look great

theflatpick

Awesome! Way to stick with it!!

reddz12

Congrats!! Thats awesome! I'm def hoping I'm right behind you!!

afortunatedragon

Gratulations! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

kittenkris

Awesome job! Keep it up!

saraj9999

You look great - and so much happier. Keep up the excellent work and dedication!

chasingdreams18

You look amazing! I am so proud to call you one of my MFP friends. You have done such a wondrful job :bigsmile: Keep up the great work.

Cottagestylekid

Wow!! Love this post! So proud of you! You look great! I love MFP too and feel the same way!! Awesome job girl!

kimstwin

Great progress! Keep up the awesome work!

I consider myself an Mfp addict!

brittaney0625

Love your story and love letter to MFP!!
Congrats!! Keep up the fantastic job you are doing.

lyndabyh

So beautiful both inside and out. Congrats on your successes s so far and best of luck on the rest of your journey to a happier , healthier you.

determinedgirl1

Amazing...keep up the great work

MissJay75

I love your attitude - way to persevere!

Someone needs to write a weight loss version of the tortoise and the hare story, slow and steady and you will reach your goal. Keep up the great work.

Ronij59

you are doing fantastic! Congrats for the loss so far. Keep up the hard work and you will be paid big time. You need to remember that you were a pretty girl then, you are a pretty girl now and you will be a pretty girl when you reach goal. Your heart never changes, just the vessel it is in does. Good work.

Megan101792

Inspiration you are. Great job