I Lost A Person, But I Found Myself: Leaky's Story

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  • teamstanish
    teamstanish Posts: 274 Member
    Simply amazing!
  • luckyshilling
    luckyshilling Posts: 229
    Thank-you for sharing your story. It is so inspirational!:heart:
  • LisaY76
    LisaY76 Posts: 76 Member
    You look amazing. I am shocked by your before pics. It doesn't even look like you. I never would have guessed that were almost 300 lbs. WTG on all your success. I know you hate to be an inspiration so I won't say it but you have my utmost respect and I am so lucky to have you as a friend on MFP. Thanks for FINALLY sharing your story Lea. YOU ROCK!!!!
  • JBearsMom21
    JBearsMom21 Posts: 90 Member
    Holy moly girl you look freakin' amazing! You're story was so very inspiring and I really enjoyed reading it. Thank you so much for sharing!
  • Crankstr
    Crankstr Posts: 3,958 Member
    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!


    did I mention


    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY?



    oh and



    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!
  • MindyG150
    MindyG150 Posts: 1,296 Member
    What a journey! You are awsome!
  • pandorakick
    pandorakick Posts: 901 Member
    Awesome! :smooched:
  • ironmonkeystyle
    ironmonkeystyle Posts: 834 Member
    What a great job! you're the best!
  • Otterluv
    Otterluv Posts: 9,083 Member
    You look AAHHH mazing!!!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story :-) I was wondering though, did you ever have down weeks? where you just couldnt find the OOmph to continue? I'm in that kind of slump and I was hoping you might have some encouraging words?

    Quoting so she'll definitely see this as I'm sure she has some encouraging words because she's THE most motivational person. Ever.

    QFT

    She's always all up on my wall, saying things like "Remember, if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always gotten", or "nothing tastes as good as thin feels!".
  • RedHotHunter
    RedHotHunter Posts: 560 Member
    Holy Sheet!
    So glad I came across your post today. Our stats are VERY similar and strech marks about match also (although yours are from a better reason than just laziness like me lol) Your story and photos have really touched me. Thank you so much for posting this. It's slow going but someday I'm gonna make my own post like this!
    Congratulations on your confidence!!!
    :flowerforyou:
  • jodymammahenhinesroyals
    jodymammahenhinesroyals Posts: 2 Member
    YOU ARE AN AHHHHMAZING INSPIRATION!!! Thank you for your success story! I have been obese my whole life and have been up and down the scales starting the yo-yo'ing at 6 years old. At 13, I lost 80 pounds but never reached goal, still lacking 25 pounds; at 25, I lost 217 pounds but still lacking 75 pounds of that almighty 160, that stupid number I have been trying to reach that would make me "beautiful." But, every time I lost, I never got "strong." I am now 46 years old with the most wonderful athletic 15 yr old son who, as his best friend, wants me to do sports with him. I am 220 pounds from that horrible 160 number, but I am determined to get there this time. My son works out with weights and running every night and my desire is to do all of this with him. My journey is beginning AGAIN today, but this time I am going to make it! Thank you so much for your story!!! I would like to be friends, I would love to have such inspiration in my life to cheer me on to that finish line!!! Keep getting strong and, whether you know it or not, you are being strong for us who want to be you one day!!!
  • Cr01502
    Cr01502 Posts: 3,614 Member
    Lea, I'm so glad that you chose to share this.

    It is a tremendous accomplishment and I think it really represents just how strong of a person you are.

    I am so proud to know you.

    :flowerforyou:
  • allisonrozsa
    allisonrozsa Posts: 178 Member
    Bravo!
  • xMonroeMisfit
    xMonroeMisfit Posts: 411 Member
    Such an amazing success story Lea.

    SO very proud of you.
  • aNewYear123
    aNewYear123 Posts: 279 Member
    That is awesome
  • HiKaren
    HiKaren Posts: 1,306 Member
    Thanks Leaky... Thanks for telling your story. And a great one at that. Its hard to believe your the same person from the lady who had given birth in the before picture. I liked the part about the stall and gain. And its nice to know theres the explanation for it. And just goes to show, how important the kick-*kitten* workouts are, when it comes to getting to our goals. And just goes to show that we don't need to be sooooo low on the intake to lose it, and shrink it. I was wondering about your story. Now I have it. Thats how you got soooo barney bad-*kitten* looking!

    Wonderful "JOURNEY" :smile:
  • nextrightthing
    nextrightthing Posts: 408 Member
    bump
  • iBreatheMusic88
    iBreatheMusic88 Posts: 115
    Omg... Ive never read a story I would just look at the pic and comment on how awesome someone looks, I loved your story and you do look AMAZING!!!! i LOVE WHAT YOU SAID ABOUT YOUR HUBBY AND BEING ABLE TO FINALLY SEE WHAT HE SEES, THAT IS SO SWEET! And you are right, there is no after! Your story isnt over girl! YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL BEFORE AND BEYOND!
  • jennylee133
    jennylee133 Posts: 26 Member
    Incredibly inspiring story...thanks so much for sharing it!
  • Mainebikerchick
    Mainebikerchick Posts: 1,573 Member
    I was really moved by your post, Lea. When I got to the part about seeing youself thru your husband's eyes, I actually cried and I'm not afraid to admit it! I think you have come such a long way and have so much to show for it...DavPaul hit the nail on the head when he said you were the most inspirational Mommy on MFP! I'm so glad to be your friend and I'm so proud of all you've accomplished...you make me realize that I will be strong and leaner someday soon if I keep up with lifting. And then maybe I'll post my own success story!

    :drinker: :love: :flowerforyou:
  • MonsterToBe
    MonsterToBe Posts: 244 Member
    I am... beyond words.


    Thank you.
  • JessieNeutronGirlGenius
    JessieNeutronGirlGenius Posts: 268
    Awesome!!
  • lizlkbg
    lizlkbg Posts: 566
    I'm super allergic to your success story. My eyes b leakin.


    ps - you are astoundingly awesome.
  • mjhelton
    mjhelton Posts: 33 Member
    AMAZING!!!! you are a fabulous inspiration.
  • WhaddoWino
    WhaddoWino Posts: 146 Member
    Excellent! I start my heavy lifting on April 28. I will think of you when I step under that bar!
  • BrainsOnGains
    BrainsOnGains Posts: 282 Member
    Wow great job!
  • Velecia42
    Velecia42 Posts: 7
    you are inspiration to all .....keep up the good work ......
  • nikky731
    nikky731 Posts: 65 Member
    What an awesome success story!! I actually shred a few tears at the end. You are my hero! Thanks for sharing your story. :o)
  • SkinnyBubbaGaar
    SkinnyBubbaGaar Posts: 389 Member
    Solid work and solid results. Very well done.

    Oh, and here's the best version of "Don't Stop Believing" ever...

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvSqiZINrTo

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  • Lauralee119
    Lauralee119 Posts: 51
    WOW!! Amazing!! Each time I scrolled down and saw a new pic, my jaw dropped more! Way to go! What an inspiration you are!

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