Hey! and 3 Months +

Hey y'all!!

Just wanted to pop on and say hello, it's been awhile since I have posted.

Been a bad couple of months financially as I'm sure a LOT of you can relate to, so along with that comes depression and also I was at a stall for almost a month.. *sigh*

But I'm about 3 months and a week out and I've lost 64 pounds!!!  I have about 40 left to Dr's goal.  I'm just shocked, I mean, where did it all go?  lol

We've been walking more and more, up until this week b/c of the rain and I'm going a bit stircrazy because of it.  I REALLY want an illiptical thingy but they're pricey, but I'm going to keep an eyeball out on craigslist etc. for one. 

My pants haven't gone down too much, from a 22 to 20/18 in some instances.  It's my belly holding me back there.  My legs/butt have slimmed down but not the "baby"  lol  and today for our xmas thing at work, I pulled out a 14/16 top and was amazed!!  I look so much smaller on "top" now, it's nuts.  Still haven't done photos or measurements.

And today a co-worker slipped me $100 to go "get yourself some clothes"!!  I tried and tried to give it back but she was having none of it!  I'm floored.  Also got a round of applause at lunch from the co-workers when they asked for the magic number.  Pretty cool moment.  :) 

Anyways, just wanted to say hello and wish everyone Happy Holidays!! 

Awwwwww.  Sending you big hugs and warm fuzzy thoughts.  Think about where you were 3 months ago and how far you've come on this amazing journey!  And your co-workers are awsome! 

I may have some sweaters and size 18 jeans if you're interested and a few more polos.  Keep up the good work, stay out of that funk and remember to look in the mirror each day and smile at that beautiful person looking back at you!

Maureen you are such a sweetheart!!  I would LOVE some sweaters!!  It's amazing how COLD I am now, lol  I was always the HOTHOTHOT person everywhere and now I'm freaking cold, lol 

I still have a ton of jeans/tops you've given me and some I can get into and some I can't.  I am regrouping clothes this weekend hopefully and can start giving some stuff away too!!  :)

The depression is a tough one, I've battled it my entire life and it's not easy at times.

Thanks for your support :)

Let me see what I have in my back room.  PM me your address again!

Keep up the good work!  Don't be a stranger around here. 
Lola

Thank you Lola!

I know, when I'm not feeling "up" I tend to stay away, nothing good to say so best to keep the trap shut, lol ;)

You're doing great!  I hope you've beat the depression back and are feeling better.

64 lbs in 3 months is great!  Congratulations!  Keep up the good work.

---jan---

Thanks Jan! 

Everyday is a surprise, lol

You're doing awesome as well, congrats to you too girlfriend!!

You go girl.  Congrats on your success and you are a great example for those of us waiting for surgery.

Yee haw

Barb

Hey there stranger - congrats on your success....you should try to come to LB coffee tomorrow as there are always (most always) lots of clothes people bring to give away.  Hang in there - I totally understand about depression - just don't let it get the best of you and if meds would help do not be ashamed or afraid of taking them.  I know some people put a stigma on anti depressants but forget about them - if we need them we take them....

You are doing great - I mean OMG 64 lbs in 3 months - when have you ever done that before....

I would love to meet you  in person - please try to come and join us tomorrow morning at 10 at Starbucks - Bellflower Blvd and Spring st in the Kmart/Lowes center....we are a great group and lots of fun.

Hugs to you