30 lbs gone - over halfway there

Jrh2os

As I was passing a mirror this morning and actually LOOKING at myself and liking what I saw (a rare occurence until recently), I decided that even though I still have 20 more pounds to lose, I should share my success.

As I was looking for a "before" picture to post, I also realized that I've been a master at hiding. I've been significantly overweight for at least 5 years and I had a really hard time finding a picture where I wasn't hiding....behind my granddaughter, behind the dog, behind another person, or most often, behind that camera. I didn't take any "before" pictures and I really think it's because I wasn't convinced that I would be successful. But I was wrong. The MFP site and the support provided as well as some very supportive friends at work and my wonderful family have made the difference for me.

I'm only 5' 3", so I'm pretty short and still have about 9 lbs to go to even get into the "normal" range. But I feel great. I've gone from a size 14- 16 to a size 10 (and even some of the 10s are getting a little loose)

Here I am at somewhere around 180. (my high was 190, but couldn't find pictures)



Here I am today at 150:



And a side view:



Thanks to all of you and especially my MFP friends for all of the great support this year. I hope to post again with my goal pictures toward the end of the year.

Jean

unhinge

Congratulations! You look Marvelous, simply MARVELOUS! LOVE the birds ) Cannot wait till I make this marker.

SweetTooth68

You look AMAZING! Fantastic job! Congratulations and Happy belated birthday!!!!!