7 months, down 113 pounds, closing in on Onederland

Feb 12, 2011

It took about 100 pounds before people noticed I'd lost weight.

I am finally no longer shopping at plus sized stores, can wear size 12s
and even 10s for pants and size large t-shirts.  I can wear levi's again and even
have a pari of SEVEN jeans. That's all quite thrilling.
I don't  buy too many clothes, cause they won't last long, usually only a month or two.
I buy skirts with elastic, cause they last longer, and when they get too big, I pull my
Slimpressions compression garments over them as a belt and I can wear them even longer.

I feel great. Have had zero complications, zero problems. I run (well jog slowly)
20 miles/week. I'm also trying some yoga. I'm not v. flexible, but I'm working on it.
The pictures I've seen of people who have lost lots of weight look so much healthier
if they've been working out. That's my motivation. Plus, shocking but true, I feel better after
I've exercised. (not during, but AFTER)

My book club is reading The Happiness Project, so I'm working on other facets
to ensure happiness while the weight is taking care of itself. I stick to the plan, take my
vitamins everyday, and drink at least one protein shake a day. 

I often think I can't fit into small places (like when my car is parked too close to the next
one) and am delighted when I can squeeze in. There's lots more room in my car seat.
I haven't flown yet, but know that'll be easy now, and movie seats are quite roomy. 

The biggest change is that I'm no longer embarrassed to be seen. I feel more like I fit in
this world, in my world, and that's a huge burden removed.

Good luck everyone. I love reading the NSVs. And the gurus have answered many of my
questions long before I even considered them.

HW 317/SW 306/ CW 204/ GW 150

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