1 year—67 lbs Lost/So Much Gained
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jmom376
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Hi, my name is Pam.. Every year my family goes to St. Augustine Florida for a mini vacation. I remember going last year and being miserable because of my weight and how sick I was always feeling. This year was a completely different experience. I couldn't wait to take our annual holiday picture so I could see the progress I made in a year. I felt so much happier and healthier this year.
Over this past year, I have worked hard to get healthier and lose weight. I have been able to lose 67 lbs so far and plan to lose another 30-40 lbs next year. My advice to anyone trying to lose a large amount of weight is to take one day at a time and do the best you can do that day. Throughout this journey I have focused on each pound, instead of always worrying about the larger goal. Also, be kind and forgiving to yourself. I have not been perfect every day during my journey this last year, but the key for me has been to be persistent and keep on trying each day. I like the fact that every morning the first thing I see when I log into MFP is a blank diary. No matter how bad the day before was, I have a new opportunity to make choices to get me one more step closer to my goals.
Below you will find a couple of before/after pictures
Side by Side picture of 12/2012 vs. 12/2013
Here is another Before picture. 09/2012
And another current picture (12/2013)
Over this past year, I have worked hard to get healthier and lose weight. I have been able to lose 67 lbs so far and plan to lose another 30-40 lbs next year. My advice to anyone trying to lose a large amount of weight is to take one day at a time and do the best you can do that day. Throughout this journey I have focused on each pound, instead of always worrying about the larger goal. Also, be kind and forgiving to yourself. I have not been perfect every day during my journey this last year, but the key for me has been to be persistent and keep on trying each day. I like the fact that every morning the first thing I see when I log into MFP is a blank diary. No matter how bad the day before was, I have a new opportunity to make choices to get me one more step closer to my goals.
Below you will find a couple of before/after pictures
Side by Side picture of 12/2012 vs. 12/2013
Here is another Before picture. 09/2012
And another current picture (12/2013)
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That's quite a transformation. You look great. Keep up the work and you will get to where you want to be. I love to see the success stories on here. They really inspire me.0
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Amazing!! Congrats!! You look so happy!0
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You look fantastic and what a difference, wow! Congratulations on your success!0
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Wonderful beautification ! Grow your hair 3 inches longer- that will be even better :flowerforyou:0
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You look fantastic! Great job!0
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You look AMAZING!! Thank you for sharing your story. Helps to motivate others. Great job.0
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Congratulations Pam! You look great, as you know. And it's a good thing to know it. Your hard work and dedication are commendable. I know that you will reach all your goals! I have a long way to go myself, but someday I hope to look at those before pictures too and say, "Wow, I look great!" And you do!0
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Thank you everyone! It is amazing what you can accomplish if you just tackle one day at a time. I still have a ways to go, but I have faith in myself now that I can get there.0
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Wow, fantastic job! You look great!0
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Happy 1 year Anniversary Pam!
I am over the moon happy for you and so proud to be one of your MFP friends!
You are one of my inspirations!! :flowerforyou:
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You are an inspiration0
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You look fantastic. Great job!0
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Awesome job!0
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You look so happy! Congratulations for all your effort so far, you are a true inspiration! I like your motto also! Hugs!0
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Wow congratulations you look fabulous0
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Congrats. You look so great! Wonderful advice too!0
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Fantastic. You look so much healthier & younger!0
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You look great!!!!! My family also goes to good ole' St. Augustine every year for vacation, it's such a relaxing and fun little town.
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You look amazinggggggggggggggggggg!!!!!!!!0
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You look incredible! Amazing job!0
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