I come from a rough place but I made it!

MsQt
MsQt Posts: 793 Member
edited October 6 in Success Stories
But what an amazing year it has been! I have pictures and a link to my YouTube Channel for you to view at the end of this post: I've always been small all my life (115 lbs) even when I was pregnant with son I only weighed 147 lbs which I lost after his birth. In 2009 I was car jacked, kidnapped and assaulted and it totally had me in a depression. I was set up with a councilor to help me through my trying time. The suspect was caught and sent to prison for 9-to 40yrs but I was still in a mental dump. To top it off I was turning 30yr old that year. I put on 17 lbs over night it seemed but what kept me from thinking about what happened was watching cooking shows and cooking full meals all day. I was told if I found a hobby, that would help get past the pain; so I ate. There were no signs of me slowing down. My fiance' too suffered from victims guilt and gained weight. I talked about losing weight but talking was all I did about it. The end of February of this year, I went to the mall to purchase clothes and was stunned that I couldn't fit a large shirt. I was gonna have to cross over into the plus section if I wanted that shirt. I cried walked out of the store and headed to Chili's and pigged out for the last time. I had to make a stand and straighten up my act. It was sad how I allowed this man to kill who I was. My sister told me about MFP and joined the day before Super Bowl Sunday. I still had fight in me to stay focused enough to take control of my life. Meeting all the lovely ladies in MFP that came for different walks of life and had their own life story really inspired me to keep pushing. I adore all of my pals but a couple of them have become my best friends and I talk on the phone with them daily (SexyCook & Committohealth). I've had many bad days and they are first to lift my spirits and whip me back to warrior mode. I can not leave out when I was at my very lowest, it was Sarah Troupe that called me and prayed for my strength and I really needed it to make it through sentencing day in court. Today I stand tall and walk with a iron fist last weighing in at 119 lbs. I eat clean, train mean, and grown to think invictus no matter where I go. Yes I slip up because I'm only human but I AM A WINNER!!! Thanks MFP. My Fitness Pal Rocks!! Here is my pictures and watch how I got there:

(watch me in action)
http://www.youtube.com/user/MsMsQt?feature=watch


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  • SexyCook
    SexyCook Posts: 2,249 Member
    Let me...UMMMM See...YOUUUUUUUUU THE BESTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT! Mel I can on and on about you....My friend, sister, and MFP pal...Such an awesome spirited person and driven...Glad you are stuck with me for life!! HEHHE..Love ya...Excellent Job!
  • SLT4273
    SLT4273 Posts: 56
    You are stunning. Congratulations on making your goal & thanks for the motivation :]
  • Angel1066
    Angel1066 Posts: 816 Member
    You are an inspiration to us all, your proof that you can go through hell and make it out the other side. I applaud you, well done.
  • Cynduck
    Cynduck Posts: 255 Member
    Awesome job!
  • elcieloesazul
    elcieloesazul Posts: 448 Member
    You look so fit and healthy!! Congrats on the new you! :)
  • smulokwa
    smulokwa Posts: 45 Member
    Wow! That's an amazing testimony. It may not mean much, but I'm extremely proud of you and very motivated. You go girl, take it ALL back, in Jesus name!
  • MsQt
    MsQt Posts: 793 Member
    Thank you all so much!
  • nickymaddiemiasmami
    nickymaddiemiasmami Posts: 111
    You look fantastic! Great job! :flowerforyou:
  • CROCKETT1
    CROCKETT1 Posts: 83 Member
    You are INSPIRATION!
  • lstnlondry
    lstnlondry Posts: 1,794 Member
    I loved that you used "warrior mode"! And I love that you shared this!
  • alleyrat
    alleyrat Posts: 43
    Awesome courage and awesome journey, thanks for sharing.
  • RedBone03
    RedBone03 Posts: 56
    You are a true inspiration to me as well as others. Your drive and determination is unheard of.. I truly admire you for your hardwork, dedication, drive, and motivation. One would have never known your story or your struggles. Continue to strive and live for you!!. Continue to love yourself first and foremost. I love you and enjoy hearing, and reading your burns and blogs..!! You are truly a keeper for life...<3<3<3<3
  • groomchick
    groomchick Posts: 610 Member
    You are the hero of your journey....all good will come to you sweetheart.
  • CathiAnne
    CathiAnne Posts: 193 Member
    You are an inspirational and phenomenal young lady. Congratulations on overcoming a bad year. :flowerforyou:
  • Galletakek
    Galletakek Posts: 285
    you look stunning!
  • SpringFever19
    SpringFever19 Posts: 180 Member
    Congrats! You look amazing! You must be strong to get out of that hole and back on top of your own life!
  • DynamicDiva
    DynamicDiva Posts: 138 Member
    That was such an inspirational story and you are to be commended. You are a warrior and don't you forget it. You look fabulous and your story is an inspiration to all.
  • megansoriano
    megansoriano Posts: 158
    How inspirational! You are adorable :)
  • BeautyQueen90
    BeautyQueen90 Posts: 145 Member
    Dang girl what beautiful progress im so proud of you keep up that beautiful work
  • getfitnfab
    getfitnfab Posts: 418 Member
    What a moving story

    Good for you for getting your life back in order
  • webdiva1
    webdiva1 Posts: 326 Member
    you win ... and on SO many levels. well done. seriously: well. done. :)
  • MaraDiaz
    MaraDiaz Posts: 4,604 Member
    I admire your strength and courage far more than I can express.
  • hereiskristina
    hereiskristina Posts: 33
    What a triumph you are! This just goes to prove how strong and amazing the human spirit is and yours especially! Congrats and enjoy your life <3
  • teetee1281
    teetee1281 Posts: 1,076 Member
    You look wonderful and you are definitely an inspiration to us! Your story made me realize that my current bump in the road is only temporary and it can only hold me down and prevent my success only if I let it. Your story was just what I needed to read. Thank you!
  • moodymarble
    moodymarble Posts: 182 Member
    I know you've heard this before but you look STUNNING! Congrats on all your hard work paying off!!!! :flowerforyou:
  • SusanMcAvoy
    SusanMcAvoy Posts: 445 Member
    You are BEAUTIFUL. I am so sorry for what happned to you but you have proved you are a strong survivor and should be extremely proud of yourself. AWESOME PHOTOS!!!
  • grannygethealthy1111
    grannygethealthy1111 Posts: 422
    You have taken your power back and you are stronger. You also happen to be stunning and beautiful. Congratulations for being such an inspiration!
  • themommie
    themommie Posts: 5,033 Member
    wow sorry you had to go through all that what a rough yr. but you inspiring to many. You made it to the other side and didnt let circumstances change you for good. Congrats.......
  • yellowdog77
    yellowdog77 Posts: 64
    One word AWESOME!!!!
  • tgnzmum
    tgnzmum Posts: 41
    Wow!! What an incredible woman you are!! You are definitely an inspiration!!! All the best to you in the "New Year!!"! My thoughts, prayers and best wishes go out to you. God Bless!!
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