Holla all.
I just wanted to say that I am here, I have been reading all the posts, and just lurking around since this site got up and running. I have no idea where to begin, I think from what I have read I am the fattest one here, and I have absolutely no idea where to start.
Four years ago I was a size 8, healthy, rode my bike about 30 miles every other day. That was not a usual state for my body, but I had made it mine. Then I became a care giver for my mother, got depressed and the rest is history. Today I am 5'5" and about 260 lbs. maybe more, I don't know, I don't have a scale that can weigh my fat ass.
Joining this group is like my cry for help. I would be happy to get down to 150-180 range. Yes that is still heavy, but I have a very large frame, so to thin just looks bad on me. I have started to get more exercise since I got the camera. Yes it takes energy to take pictures. LOL However, I need to get a whole lot more exercise, and stop eating junk.
Oh, well, that is me.
posted by Sandi at 4:52 PM
9 Comments:
That's exactly right Sandi. Taking the first steps are always the hardest steps to take. We are all here because we are all unhappy with our current appearance. We are here to support and encourage you hon, not to look down on you. We are all beautiful women with a little extra junk in our trunks that we can rid ourselves of in due time honey, in due time. Cut out the junk food, eat some fruits & veggies and put that soda (YES YOU) down. that is the worst thing! drink water, water, water!
Chris, you're bossy. You talk to me that way it will just make me eat more. More motivating, less bossy!
Sandi, you are not the biggest one here...I am the not-so-proud owner of that label. Once I've started back on track, I'll tell my story....it's too difficult to tell when I'm not yet doing "my thing." Your honesty will help ensure your success.....we're here for you.
Thanks Chris.. I needed to hear that about the soda's.. because I'm a junkie w/ them. I really do need more water.. so I promise to try!
My 'ex' weighed 400#.. so I had troubles trying to 'match' his appetite. It's all so individual, just like each one of us. And that was my lesson to learn. We can do this!!
I'm not really good at expressing emotions, I mean I can say the words 'thanks', but I find it hard to actually express them. I guess that is why I turned to visual art at a young age, but I thank you all for your kind words and this time I actually mean it.
I think this is the first time in my life I have recieved real encouragment, not only to overcome my food issues, but also with my pictures. If you ladies aren't careful I just might fall in love. LOL
Hi Sandi, I understand how you feel. I started a new diet 2 weeks ago at the weight of 273 pounds. I'm down to 262 so far and still a size 24-26. Don't feel like you're alone. There are lots of us out there and everyone is here for each other and support.
Hang in their Sandi, I really believe the first step to succeding on a new goal is just admitting that you have a problem and reaching out to do something about it. You feel fat, your not happy w/ your health or appearace, I think that's why we are ALL here. We want to change and we want to do it the healthy way. Chris is right, first step is the obvious, if you can't cut soda cold turkey then cut back. Easy for me to say I drink water all day. Hang in there, we'll all do this together!
You are soooooo awesome Just telling us your story encourages me to succeed if we all work together to encourage each other we will be winners.Yea!!!!!!!!
OK, I apologize if my previous comment came across as being bossy. I dont mean to come across that way. I am here only to support you and to help you achieve your goal and at the same time remind you of what it is that you may be eating and/or drinking that is keeping you from obtaining that goal. I dont mean to come across as harsh so please accept my apologies if I do.
I gain every single time I get depressed. I am trying to get rid of my last depression weight. Take it day by day....we will be here.
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