pammyd76 Member

Gee - so glad you posted!! Truly inspiring - well done!!

Well done! Isn't it madness how our own brains can work against us? I have moments when I look in the mirror and it feels like I'm expanding right there. For me I have to pull out the measuring tape and remind myself where I started. Hopefully soon I'll have my 'big' clothes : )

Well, actually, I had put it out there a couple of times in 'safe' circles and felt very discouraged that no one bit lol!! I wasn't going to say anything anymore until it was really noticeable. The only reason I brought it up was that these people are so removed from my everyday that I didn't over think it. It's been weird…

Yes!!! Best ever - others have been great but most of today's good ones are god because Seinfeld paved the way - changed things up!! Close second - neck and neck - The Office!

No one can change your life accept for you.

Woohoo!!! Well done!

Wow! Amazing! Well done.

It's not a huge difference...but I'm only 60 days in - I am encouraged by some visible difference.

I had to go away for work this past week so i downloaded from Youtube some Billy Blanks Tae Bo. Now according to MFP, a 25 min Tae Bo workout burns around 700+ calories - which I can believe - I could not get through the 25 min beginner workout!!! Anyway, he works all muscles - heaps on the arms, legs and tummy. I'll be…

My honest, unfiltered immediate thought..."what a tosser".

Awesome job! Can I ask, how long did it take and how you did it? I know the journey is different for everyone but it's inspiring to hear.

Whaaaaaat?!? Amazing - in like 8 weeks!!! You're a super-star!

You should totally hire yourself out as a motivator!!! I think I'll print this and put on my fridge or something!

Wow, you've done so well!!! You look gorgeous in both pics BTW!

First, let me congratulate you on your success - really awesome!! I've never been in the dark about my obesity - I have had issues with weight as long as I can remember. I have never for a second thought I was being too critical of myself - gosh, quite the opposite!!! I welcome friends who care and family to offer advice…

Awesome!! Great job! I can imagine what a boost that would have been.

Wow - you have done amazing!!! What I love is how you're smiling in both the before and after shots - you seem like a really warm, happy person - and I'm happy for you for all you've achieved!

Wow - this thread took off!! I'm in Australia, so when i went to bed it was at 5 pages - i woke up today and we're at 11!! Thank you all for taking the time to weigh in and offer your insights, opinions, encouragement and for giving various points of view to consider. All good reading. Wishing you all the very best on your…

Yay!!! Well done!

Hilarious!! I only just noticed that...maybe a moment of wishful thinking on my part : ) Definitely just had my 38th birthday!!

Yes, but this is a public forum of people who are supportive - I'm amazed at the way strangers can gather around eachother and give encouragement and allow the occasional vent. I hope I can be an encourager to others - I've got a long journey and will be around for a while : ) The banter is healthy - helps keep things in…

Honestly, I don't think he tried or set out to belittle me - in his mind he was 'helping' - I get that. But, I feel it is extremely presumptuous to approach a stranger in a shopping centre and say "there is help for people like you". Gosh, i'd never do that! I don't need to be in his gym - I have found my way and it…

I missed that it was a child...sorry. I thought you were being sarcastic when you said 'strange little boy' - I agree, kids are honest and naturally I don't hold them to the same standards as adults : )

Has the world gone mad!?! Why do people think its ok to do this?

NO!! SERIOUS?!? I'm sorry that happened to you - my story is tame!

THANK - YOU!!!

If this were the case...I'd wear it...but he doesn't work for a gym, just goes to one. He didn't introduce himself as a trainer etc (and certainly didn't present as one) - just a average person.

This made me smile...thanks : )

Thanks - but just to clarify - not his job, he just attends the gym.

Really? You don't think that approaching a stranger to point out their weight problem is rude? Where I come from - very rude!!!