[sylvie]

mmmm, popcorn..
something i never think to eat, really.. and love it plain even.. must get some..

hi all!
thought i would check in quick, had a weigh in yesterday and lost 3 more lbs, for a total of 43 lbs now.. i wanted to lose 50 lbs before travelling to see Mtn (i leave in 19 , almost 18 days) - so have a lil over 2 weeks to lose 7 more lbs.. it was just a little personal goal i had, i still have more to lose so that's not where i'm stopping, just feels good to be so near that goal..

i decided to clean through my closet the other day, and found a number of clothes with tags still on them that fit.. YAY for cleaning out closets.. AND found some clothes that i want to fit into.. Soo, there's my next goal, lol.

i'm noticing a lot of changes in me:
- energy level is through the roof with 43 lbs off..i push myself a lil harder now with activity, it feels great to exercise without the pain..
- no more pain in my feet or legs when i work long hours or when i walk / exercise & no more swollen ankles
- i FEEL fantastic, my esteem has improved greatly, self - worth is WOW.
- my nails are growing stronger (that is probably more eating disorder oriented though) - they were so brittle and broken all the time.
- when i wear capris, they fit so nicely on my legs now, i love that feeling.. i was forever pulling the legs of them down some where i wanted them to be when walking.. (sounds silly, i know lol)
- my confidence in wearing clothes that are snug to my body.. i always wore things oversized, and not just around the house, but i will walk outside more proudly, even if i'm still overweight.. just having that bit more confidence with my body feels fantastic.
- my facial features - i find they're changing as my face slims some.. i feel younger looking (only a little though) but i want more! LOL younger looking works for me.. & my complexion is so much more clear (probably all the water i'm drinking)
- motivation, ohhhhh i motivate myself so much more now..& love that feeling..this was something i struggled with a great deal!
- but the best part - the portion control, the strength in staying true to my healthy eating , trying new foods, staying away from processed anything, sugars, white flours, etc.. and feeling overall healthier than i have in a very long time.. if that's not motivation, i don't know what is!

been reading all your posts and so proud of you all for all the progress, loving the recipes shared, and healthy tips... sending you all huggs & motivation to keep at it! ♥