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When you say you were not doing everything you could to lose weight and you had to become brutally honest, what were you not doing if I might ask? I want to make sure that I am not lying to myself as well and I want to learn from others. Self evaluation is key in everything that we do.

You look FABULOUS! Congratulations and way to go!!

Try cooking at home using healthy recipes. I have cookbooks and watch cooking shows and now enjoy eating in. I don't always have time for extravagant meals, but if you buy the foods ahead of time I'm sure you can find a meal that you don't mind making. This saves both of you from the high calorie foods that restaurants…

You can do it. Just take it day by day. Even when you feel like crap, track everything. This is what I tell myself.

You CAN DO IT! I believe in you.

Looking real good. I know what you mean about the scale. Mines is showing a gain today and I'm like you feeling like WTH??? But your pics helped me too. Keep up the good work it shows.

You're obviously the B!^@% "About Me Do not add me if you eat below your BMR or 1200 calories. I know you can get comfortable and think you're satisfied there, I tried it (without knowing the background first). I want to support similar people I can relate to who eat a healthy amount who will support me eating a healthy…

Your body is perfect in that pic/pose. What else needs to be done? Not hating at all.

Tis a lovely back!

Looking good!

no, I don't know how to tweet.

You are too funny. I am proud of your awesome neck and can't wait to see your calves. I only asked the question to get some feedback. I think we all are awesome for starting this MFP journey. This question was merely to provoke responses and it worked. I am in no way a hater. If I had the toned tummy, I'd post my pic too.…

You are too funny. I am proud of your awesome neck and can't wait to see your calves. I only asked the question to get some feedback. I think we all are awesome for starting this MFP journey. This question was merely to provoke responses and it worked. I am in no way a hater. If I had the toned tummy, I'd post my pic too.…

Your pictures aren't very helpful in trying to understand what you describe. You look typical. I don't see where your body is so out of the norm. But to help you out, you should try Nordstrom.com for hard to find bra's.

My husband and daughter know and three of my girlfriends. I haven't told my mother or the rest of the family. They'll know once they start seeing my body transform. I am not worried about failure, I just don't want to brag or be seen as a bragger.

Monique, sometimes genetics is the biggest factor in how you are shaped. YOUR SHAPE is gorgeous. You have a nice bottom that looks appealing to most men. You can still rock a bathing suit (bikini). The pooch is just evidence that you are a real woman that eats. Not a rabbit eating only lettuce or vomiting to stay a size…

I am 5'6" and 155 and I wear an 8/10. I used to be a six for a long time. I' m not used to my we size and want to go back down.

we can be friends. I'll add you.

You sound depressed. Maybe a treat for yourself is in order. Take yourself out for something nice. It may elevate your spirits.

Dr. Oz recommended chromium to stop sugar cravings. http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/dr-mehmet-oz-beat-fat-sugar-addiction-detox/t/story?id=12823912

I currently use Alli and have no issues with oily discharge. I maintain a healthy diet which means well rounded foods. If you only eat greasy fods you will have oily discharge. Pizza, steak and cheese, etc. But, if you eat healthy, Alli will assist you by blocking 25% of the fat from your fattier foods,which are not always…

Buy yourself portion size plates and bowls. It's like training wheels for eating until you can do it on your own. It will also force you to eat more small meals a day.

I hate when people do that too. I don't want to smell anyone but myself. Same with the ladies room. Why do women pick a stall that is right next to someone that is obviously taking care of business, if you know what I mean, if there are vacant ones down yonder?

What is the recipe for the pizza? Do I need to know how to toss dough?:bigsmile:

Sounds so yummy! I'll have to try that. I love salmon.

I have used Alli (lost weight before my wedding) , and I currently use Alli. I find it works well for the times when you'd like to indulge in the fattier foods like butter pecan ice cream. I eat healthy most of the time, but I still like foods that aren't conducive to weight loss like fried chicken and mashed potatoes. On…

Looking good!

I get the burrito bowl with either chicken or steak or half/half, rice, tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, lettuce and cheese. I then proceed to eat only half of it and save the rest for the next days breakfast or lunch. Hopefully that helps me out in some small way. I feel less guilty. I wish MFP would allow you to modify…

I hate to be approached by guys at the gym or even stared at. Please don't do it. Save yourself from being told off or worse yet reported to management, her boyfriend or hubby! LOL!