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I think I like the idea of progess photos. I do feel like my running route has altered my shape but I haven't compared myself to my "before pics" yet.

Oh, and I'm eating 1300 calories each day. My doctor actually told me to eat 1100 -1200 - I flat out told her she was nuts. Sometimes I go over - but usually not more than 150 above goal.

Thanks everyone. It sounds like I need to rein it in a little bit and have more realistic expectations.

I don't really have a time frame. I'm going for a long-term change - I just want the *%$& scale to budge. Haha. Although, I admit I'm not a very patient person.

Wow - this IS really inspiring to me. I actually feel worse about myself when I see the ladies who drop 10lbs a month. You did a slow burn and that's how my body works too. It's refreshing to see someone who stuck it out and got results. Thanks for sharing! Also I get you too on the low self-esteem deal, too. Friend me! We…