19 year old daughter

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CherylP67
CherylP67 Posts: 772 Member
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My daughter is a college student and lives in an apartment with a friend. I see her every week or so. I took my younger daughter swimming at older daughter's pool yesterday.

I took off my bathing suit cover up, and my older daughter put her hand to her mouth and said, "oh my gosh mom, you are so skinny." She went on for a few minutes; telling me which parts looked better, asking me what I've done, and commending the fact that I looked fit.

It felt great that she noticed, my children tend not to notice me. It also made me realize how far I've come. I've been plugging away on my journey without talking about it so it feels good that its starting to show.

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  • stevesilk
    stevesilk Posts: 204 Member
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    I totally agree. The victories like that energize you for even more. Good luck on continued progress
  • cibulas
    cibulas Posts: 1 Member
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    It always makes you feel great when people notice! I am down 14 pounds, and I feel like no one is noticing at all!:wink:
  • thetiniestgirl
    thetiniestgirl Posts: 49
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    That is great- congratulations on your progress!
  • nettasue35
    nettasue35 Posts: 190 Member
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    congratulations!!!
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
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    My daughter is a college student and lives in an apartment with a friend. I see her every week or so. I took my younger daughter swimming at older daughter's pool yesterday.

    I took off my bathing suit cover up, and my older daughter put her hand to her mouth and said, "oh my gosh mom, you are so skinny." She went on for a few minutes; telling me which parts looked better, asking me what I've done, and commending the fact that I looked fit.

    It felt great that she noticed, my children tend not to notice me. It also made me realize how far I've come. I've been plugging away on my journey without talking about it so it feels good that its starting to show.

    Best NSV ever! Kids notices mother. Mark your calendar!
  • wannabpiper
    wannabpiper Posts: 402 Member
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    That's fantastic! Kids seem to never notice those changes, so you must look terrific for her to notice and say something. Great job!
  • sweetestlove1
    sweetestlove1 Posts: 38 Member
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    Your topic caught my attention because I also have a 19 year old daughter in college. I want to congratulate you in how far you have come and I can only imagine how great it felt to hear those words from your daughter. I know she is so proud of her mom :)

    My daughter tries to help me in my journey but I'm afraid I have not been such a great example. I'm a huge snacker and she'll tell me things like "Mom, why do you buy these things". When I lose even 1/2 a pound she is my biggest cheerleader. I wish I can do better to be a healthy example for her. Your story inspires me so thank you for sharing!

    Daniela
  • CarlaRG
    CarlaRG Posts: 264
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    That is so awesome! My daughter is 19 too and moving to campus in August. She was going through some of her clothes the other day and came to me asking if I wanted some of her jeans...She's 5'9 and 125...the fact that she thought I could even get into them made me smile all day!!!!! Congrats!!!!
  • ssaraj43
    ssaraj43 Posts: 575 Member
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    Loved this Cheryl! Thanks for sharing. Congratulations,you rock!
  • lorettasnewbeginning
    lorettasnewbeginning Posts: 136
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    Way to go Mom! I have 18 and 20 year old daughters so I know what a high it is when they notice and say something positive!
  • darrensurrey
    darrensurrey Posts: 3,942 Member
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    N - S - V!
  • Fit4_Life
    Fit4_Life Posts: 828 Member
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    What a wonderful way to make your day! Congrats!! ((Happy Dance)) :bigsmile:
  • msjames1999
    msjames1999 Posts: 528 Member
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    Yaaay!!
  • norahwynn
    norahwynn Posts: 862 Member
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    Congratulations on the NSV! That had to feel awesome!
  • gawx
    gawx Posts: 52 Member
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    aww thats so nice! well done :)
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
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    So awesome!
  • rachdun
    rachdun Posts: 63 Member
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    Congratulations - it's always nice when someone notices
  • smh1067
    smh1067 Posts: 45 Member
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    Awesome NSV!!

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