misscem94 Member

Lack of punctuality, non-respondents to messages, loud eaters and people who do <50mph on the motorway.

Congratulations on your weight loss so far! I was stuck in the 145-7 region for ages! You do have to be meticulous about your logging, and I found I had to shake up the exercise a little. After that, the pounds began to drop again, and I am now sitting at 135.9 (135 . something anyway, last time I weighed). When I wanted…

The moment came when I came back from a leaving do, uploaded the pictures to Facebook, and saw how whale-like I looked in the dress. I'd let physical and mental illness just take over, and I'd put on 1 1/2 stone in less than a year. I was convincing myself I was still an athletic 11 stone 4 lbs, when really, I was tipping…

The right photo was taken about 3 months ago now, so my face is probably a little more defined now!

I'm not a fan of piercings really, but I do have five tattoos with my sixth being drawn up. My favourite is most definitely the two sparrows on my left ribcage. I got them done in bright colours, with each colour being a family member's birthstone.

You've had quite a few responses, but still :) My wrist ones didn't really hurt at all, apart from when the needle was dragged up the wrist. My thigh one was a breeze, but my two rib ones were uncomfortable. My first rib piece was a solid black, 4 hour job, and it was painful. My second rib piece just just under the…

Not being able to shop and normal high street stores, and getting dirty looks when I did go in with friends/family.

I had this when I'd lost about 35 pounds. I was still overweight (I had a BMI of 27, there or thereabouts), and I think it was down to two things. The first, the people who were saying this had only ever known me as obese, and the second, people will just compare what you look like to the norm, whether that is healthy or…

I think you look great! It's nice to see somebody in this 'middle ground'; I've got stretchmarks, and my arms have a little loose skin too.Congratulations on the loss!

For me, it is when my hair goes past armpit length. I have very thick and coarse hair, and it takes too long to do anything with past that point. Been growing my hair out from losing it 11 months ago, and at a chin length bob, it is great to manage! Yours looks in great condition! Maybe layers would do the trick, rather…

I know what you mean! Most of the people I started my journey with have disappeared! If you'd like to add, feel free! Been tracking 274 days so far!

I actually feel pretty now. It sounds superficial, but before I was obese I was still chunky, and I never looked good in sleeveless clothes or photos. Now, I do. My arms are only a little flabby, but it isn't noticeable to anybody but me.

Moderation works for me! Although today, my moderation was 8 segments of a Terry's Chocolate Orange! I tried to cut things out at the beginning, but I started getting a bit too obsessed with it all. By adding treats in moderation, I felt I was eating more normally and could enjoy the calorie counting lifestyle.

To look good in photos/clothes To manage my condition To not be the fat friend any more

Congratulations! That is some dedication right there! You are looking fabulous!

Even though I have 5, I'm not really a yay or nay person in regards to tattoos. A few, well-placed ones are the kind I like, but I'm not into heavy designs/sleeves/completely covered look. That isn't to say I don't appreciate the art that a person may have; those looks just don't do anything for me. I don't find that…

Yes, I do. It's only when I see a photo that I stop and realise that I'm not fat any more.

You've done so, so well, especially considering what you've had to go through. You should be so proud of yourself - you look fabulous! I'm sorry to hear about your loss - I can't imagine being in that position. For carrying on and trying to do the best for everybody, you really are an inspiration.

Nando's. Too overpriced for what you actually get.

This woman I knew who tried to ruin friendships between a group I am part of. I don't want to say much, just in case she is on here. For the things she did towards me, I am not overly worried. The way she treated somebody I really care about, however, is a different matter.

Hell yes!

Went from a 38C to 36B. Was a 36A last time I was athletic, so not complaining!

Such a fantastic achievement! Well done!

Same here. I don't wear clothes at all, but I can get away with that because I workout in my room :)

Being able to rock shorts again. I have long legs, and now nearly 4 stone is gone, they're looking pretty good in dresses and shorts.

I have four; one on each wrist and one on each ribcage. That's it though - I personally wouldn't want to be covered.

Starting weight - 14 1/2 stone Current weight - 10stone 10lbs Edit - Sorry, tried to resize pics but failing.

Mikado chocolate-covered sticks! 11 calories per stick! Okay, it isn't pure chocolate, but I can eat a whole pack if I'm naughty and it only comes out at about 300 or so calories.

Yep!

No (but you are beautiful!)