You guys have all hit on a lot of the things that I am looking forward to. The overwhelming thing I am looking forward to is hopefully having some self confidence for the first time in my life .I can't tell you how many things I've missed out on because of my weight whether directly, or because of how it makes me feel. More specifically,

I definitely am looking forward to not having the "will I fit" anxiety. I have a flight coming up in a couple months and I'm so worried about not fitting or someone who has to sit next to me complaining. I was on a roller coaster once and it took the guy SEVERAL tries to get the bar to lock over my thighs and it was truly embarrassing. I don't want to have those feelings any more

I'm also looking forward to swimming again. I love to swim but I haven't done so in about 10 years or more because I'm too embarrassed. I'd also love to go to a water park.

I'm looking forward to being able to wear the clothing I want and feel good doing so.

I'm a singer, so I'm also looking forward to being able to put myself out there with confidence and without feeling like I will be judged or rejected for how I look.

But like I said it all goes back to confidence. I've struggled with anxiety, depression, and low self esteem my whole life, and I'm pretty sure that a good deal of that stems from how I feel about myself regarding my weight

There are lots of things that I look forward to so I had to really think of what I want the most. I think having the energy and stamina to get out and enjoy life is number one. I've already seen improvement since dropping some weight. I worked in the yard and flower beds for six hour last weekend. I could not have done that last year. Wouldn't have even tried. It was a great feeling of accomplishment (especially when I see how great they look) and a great time spent with my hubby. I look forward to more of those achievements.

Thank you for the sweet welcome, Karen!

Welcome, EJ! Great list of things to look forward to!