I thought it would be a good idea to have a pictorial journal of my journey. I figure I'll post new pictures after each 15 pound loss.
But first up, I'd like to share a few photos of myself over the years.
The photo below is from my very first work business trip to Tampa, FL. We had a great time attending the Strawberry festival. I was also very nervous about this trip because I didn't know what I would encounter when I boarded the airplane. Asking for a seat belt extender was very embarrassing...as well as worrying if I was causing any discomfort to the person sitting next to me. The arm rests couldn't be lowered completely so I was technically "spilling" over from my seat to my neighbors. Embarrassing!
After graduating, I continued to pack on more pounds mostly out of boredom than anything else. This was my heaviest. I was at about 360 pounds. I went on the low carb diet about one month after this picture was taken.
In February of 2008, my family took a trip to California to visit family. This was without a doubt the best airplane ride ever - at over 100 pounds lighter. This picture was taken in San Francisco on a beautiful afternoon. This picture also represents the pinnacle of my low carb weight loss. I was about 229 pounds. I was taken off the low carb diet soon after this trip due to complications and of course you know the rest of the story...which leads me to today. If I knew then what I knew now...
I call this picture...the calm before the storm. (--->)
My cousin sent me this picture from last summer. I used this picture as a before shot for the weight loss board they are creating at work. If they use my pictures and story, I'll let you know. I look all shiny and whatnot. I think I was sweating like crazy in this picture because it was hot outside and I took my cousin around the house. I was huffing and puffing like you wouldn't believe.
My niece took this pictures of me yesterday (7/13/2012). We were kidding around with the shirt I wearing so I decided to hug a tree. These are the same jeans that I am wearing in the picture above in CA. Cool, huh? 77 pounds down to date :)
Happy New Year 2013! I picked up this dress in Macy's. This is the first time I've fit in a dress that is designed for a regular size 16. A woman's size 16 is different than a regular size 16. It felt fantastic to put this dress on. I felt beautiful and accomplished. It's going to be a great 2013!
But first up, I'd like to share a few photos of myself over the years.
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| Official CSU Graduation Photograph. Weigh at approximately 340 pounds. |
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| CSU Graduation May 2006 |
My Cleveland State University MBA graduation was a very proud moment for me and my family. It was also a time of personal turmoil for me. School was very stressful so I treated myself with food. I had some of my most horrific binges during this period.
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| Tampa Trip - Strawberry Festival |
After graduating, I continued to pack on more pounds mostly out of boredom than anything else. This was my heaviest. I was at about 360 pounds. I went on the low carb diet about one month after this picture was taken.
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| I love CA! You can see the Golden Gate Bridge in the background! |
In February of 2008, my family took a trip to California to visit family. This was without a doubt the best airplane ride ever - at over 100 pounds lighter. This picture was taken in San Francisco on a beautiful afternoon. This picture also represents the pinnacle of my low carb weight loss. I was about 229 pounds. I was taken off the low carb diet soon after this trip due to complications and of course you know the rest of the story...which leads me to today. If I knew then what I knew now...
I call this picture...the calm before the storm. (--->)
My cousin sent me this picture from last summer. I used this picture as a before shot for the weight loss board they are creating at work. If they use my pictures and story, I'll let you know. I look all shiny and whatnot. I think I was sweating like crazy in this picture because it was hot outside and I took my cousin around the house. I was huffing and puffing like you wouldn't believe. 
My niece took this pictures of me yesterday (7/13/2012). We were kidding around with the shirt I wearing so I decided to hug a tree. These are the same jeans that I am wearing in the picture above in CA. Cool, huh? 77 pounds down to date :)
New pictures to post! These were taken yesterday (11/10/2012). My Zen Master K.R. is giving me makeup lessons, and she did my makeup for me. I was going out with some friends to see Sheryl Underwood. She has an amazing talent, and I was very grateful for her generous offer. We had a lot of fun, and I'm looking forward to more lessons. Not bad for 111 pounds down.
Happy New Year 2013! I picked up this dress in Macy's. This is the first time I've fit in a dress that is designed for a regular size 16. A woman's size 16 is different than a regular size 16. It felt fantastic to put this dress on. I felt beautiful and accomplished. It's going to be a great 2013!
1/25/2013 - I love any reason to dress up! Had a great time going out with my girls. Happy Anniversary!
