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Thank you all so much!! :D :D

Beautiful. I love how honest you were and POSITIVE.

Yeah, it def depends on location. Mine on my ankle, foot, and back haven't really changed much over the past couple years. Maybe just a little darker?

I totally hear you. I still can't believe when I can put on a fitted ladies shirt (it's usually the biggest size, but STILL....I could only wear crew neck tees for years, which are so unflattering). I put on a skirt or shorts from the last couple years, and they're sliding off. Yet I go to stores and automatically think I…

54 pounds and a ton of inches since January 2013. So, about a year and a half. My ultimate loss is 94 lbs, and I am doing this slowly so it will stay off for life. My body bloats and gains easily, so I had to really make a lifestyle change. When I deviate from this change (like I have this past week), I feel the difference…

You're doing an awesome job, and this was a very motivational post. Slow beginnings build longer habits. You're doing great!

I hear you, I absolutely hated veggies growing up. I still eat them first to "get them over with" as my parents would say. Not the best encouragement! I didn't have the best variety or interesting preparation when I was growing up. Now, as my husband does most of the cooking (but doesn't like veggies), I just ate whatever…

GREAT job!! There's nothing like the satisfaction of a clean cholesterol reading. Congratulations, and way to do it!!

I love them, just got my 6th one a couple weeks ago (well, I guess that would be my 7th since I have a beautiful coverup). My husband doesn't have any b/c he's nervous about the pain mostly. It's no dealbreaker for me, in fact, I don't think I ever dated a guy with tats. I tell him he's sexy as hell if he got one, and he's…

Wow, I had no idea all these posts appeared! THANK YOU to all!! Everyone is so motivational to me on MFP, and I love seeing lots of pix as well.

Rock on, you look awesome!!

Hi! I'm always looking for new friends. My next goal is 42 pounds, I've already lost 50. More than halfway there and am finding that the support of people on this board is invaluable!

Congratulations!! That's so awesome, I can't wait to get there!

Look at that flat stomach! You look amazing!!!

Thank you!! I think I'll end up throwing a parade when I hit Onederland. 18 more pounds....

I hear you on how it feels like an addiction...I ate for pleasure and comfort. I genuinely love food, and part of the reason my weight loss process has been slower is because I've been trying to completely change all my old habits. Yeah, I absolutely want to dive face first into a bucket of fried chicken or have 3 donuts,…

Awesome job! Your smile says it all.

You look FANTASTIC! What an inspiration!

WOW, thank you all so much!! I've been hearing that a lot about my smile lately. Yes, I'm a huge nerd in case you couldn't tell. ;-) And my back tattoo says "Lady Peaceful"- lyrics from the Cabaret song Maybe This Time. I just got Hedwig and the Angry Inch lyrics tattooed on my ankle: "There's nothing you can find that…

I really don't like smoothies much if they don't have something green in them....they're just too sweet! I always put a huge handful of spinach in mine....sometimes I get the Trader Joe's Power to the Greens which is a blend of spinach, kale, and chard. My base is Silk unsweetened plain almond milk (the 30 calorie kind),…

I love Natural Factors Whey Protein Powder. I always get the vanilla, and it blends right into my smoothie nicely. I haven't tried it with just water or almond milk yet. It also has stevia, so it's about as natural as you can get. http://www.amazon.com/Natural-Factors-French-Vanilla-Ounce/dp/B000LVMRH2

On the left is one of my most hated pictures even though I'm hanging onto James Marsters in a fun shot (left him in the pic for the Buffy and Angel fans out there). That was June 2012. On the right is me at my desk 10 minutes ago. 48 pounds and a lot of inches later! Yeah, there's definitely a change!

Honestly, I would just recommend watching your sodium intake...and then if you're like, screw that, I needed that handful of Doritos (*shifts eyes*), drink plenty of water and plain tea. I am one of those people who was so against exercising while PMSing/on my period because I just wanted to lie in bed and wallow, but I've…

Congratulations on your success!! that's so exciting. Re: the MS diagnosis, there are some amazing meds out there right now that can keep it at bay for a long time. Your healthy body + a good neurologist will really do wonders for you. (I grew up around MS, my mom and stepfather both had it.) It's just a curveball. ENJOY…

I lost 41 pounds last year and I'm going for another 50 this year. I echo everyone- it took awhile to pack on, and it's not going to come off overnight, especially when I'm working so hard on making this a lifestyle change. I lost 45+ pounds years ago in a short period of time, and it swiftly came back on. Plus, I think…

You just look so happy and radiant now. Amazing work, and lovely family!!

You look AMAZING. Well done!! You really do look at LEAST 10 years younger. Very inspiring!

Thank you all! And I'm happy to connect with anyone else that may have similar goals or who are just looking for support. I've realized over this year just how important that is to have someone to even virtual high five, haha.

Aww, you guys!! *BLUSHING* My coworker (who lost 200 lbs with bariatric surgery) recommended an excellent thrift store to buy some in-between clothes. It IS my birthday Sat, so hey, why not... Thanks for all the compliments on my style, too!! I love fashion, but it's always so hard to put things together when you're a…

Thank you all so much for the encouragement and kind words!! I mean it when I say that reading these success stories boards have been so motivating. You guys are awesome. And for the record, I officially started the change in diet/tracking/exercise on January 2, 2013. It's been a steady 10 months. I'd rather this STAY off…