This journey began after the wedding because I feared that stepping into a weight-loss program while planning a wedding would simply be too stressful. Now, that line of thinking seems like a total cop-out. I had heard somewhere that starting a new diet at the beginning of a month aids success, so I started Weight Watchers on October 1, 2011. I nearly
Like any adventure, this one has had its share of cliches -- ups and downs, twists and turns -- you get the picture. It's also ongoing. I am learning new things about this lifestyle, and myself, every single day. For instance, I plan to share my weight in this blog. *GASP* Yes, my weight...in numbers...for anyone to see. Would I have done this 6 1/2 months ago? Hahaha, NO. Understand that I did not start to lose weight to please anyone. I did not lose weight to prove anything to anyone else, only to myself. I wanted to get healthy, and I am enjoying the changes my body (I've always loved shopping!).
So, I invite you to join me in traveling along the path of self-acceptance and eagerness to succeed in whatever goal you have in mind. Please bring a sense of humor and leave behind any judginess.
Beginning Weight: 220 lbs
Pants Size: 18
Dress Size: 16
Current Weight: 170 lbs
Pants Size: 12
Dress size: 10
This makes me smile and is so very inspirational!! Exactly what I needed after a binge of ice cream and not being sure that I can stick with weight loss!! Great Job and Thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that you have decided to blog about your journey. I hope to start on my own weight loss journey very soon and I hope that I can do half as well as you have. Great job and I look forward to reading more.
ReplyDeleteCarlie, I am so proud of you. You are my inspiration to stay healthy and to continue working out. You are such a strong and motivated woman - I really admire that. You are a role model for women.
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