Not a Ton of Weight Loss... but Seeing Progress

poeco76

I haven't been one to post very often in the forums, though I do enjoy reading about success stories and seeing the changes in individuals. I have posted some frustrations with not seeing the scale number dropping, but a couple of weeks ago, I found a photo I'd taken around the first part of the year. I understand now why I had hid it from myself because it isn't pretty (well, I look like a dork in the photo the way I'm smiling... AND it isn't pretty). I had signed up in January with MFP, but never actually used it until the second week of March, so apparently I was in massive denial about myself. Anyway, so when I found this photo not too many days ago, I thought I should try to recreate the photo to see if there were any changes... and hey, I do look a bit different.

While there are small changes physically taking place, I am feeling so strong (stronger than I've felt in my adult life, I have to say), and I completely believe that I can see this through as a lifestyle change. I have a long, long way to go, but I love to see others' photos, so I'm hoping I did this right and I am able to share mine here.

poeco76

Okay, so that worked for half of the photo... :O) Let's see if I can get the other half here.

poeco76

Seriously? Am I too dumb to do this or what... last attempt, I promise. :O)

poeco76

Alrighty then... I give up. Can't seem to get the whole thing in to one shot. Maybe in another 6 months I will learn how to properly upload a photo! If you can use a link, I"ll link it here: http://s1079.photobucket.com/albums/w516/poetess76/?action=view&current=Mebeforenow.jpg

murphy612

I can see both and there is more than just a little difference!! And you're BEAUTIFUL by the way! Well done feeling strong is very powerful, remember to hold onto that feeling as things get difficult and you will be successful beyond belief. Keep up the good work girlie!

poeco76

I can see both and there is more than just a little difference!! And you're BEAUTIFUL by the way! Well done feeling strong is very powerful, remember to hold onto that feeling as things get difficult and you will be successful beyond belief. Keep up the good work girlie!

Oh, I am so glad you can see them both. I now know why I don't post photos! ARGH. :O) And, thank you so much... you are very sweet. I firmly believe that I will be successful. Thank you for your kind words.

geishamari

I definitely see a difference! You are gorgeous! Keep up the good work!

poeco76

I definitely see a difference! You are gorgeous! Keep up the good work!

Thank you so much! I am excited to see some changes, certainly. :O)

cjhart81

There is a big difference. well done and keep up the good work!

MindyG150

Great work and yes, every little bit helps!

ChcolateLady11

I can see it! great job!

shannonmch

Wow! If your face isthat much smaller, I can only imagine the change in your body! Congratulations)

47Jacqueline

I can see both and there is more than just a little difference!! And you're BEAUTIFUL by the way! Well done feeling strong is very powerful, remember to hold onto that feeling as things get difficult and you will be successful beyond belief. Keep up the good work girlie!

excellent job. Wht a change

poeco76

Wow! If your face isthat much smaller, I can only imagine the change in your body! Congratulations)

I wish! :O) It all seems to come out of my face/neck first. {giggle} But, clothes are starting to get loose, so that's a great sign.

Thanks again to everyone for all your kind words.