FullaBella's Journal, 25 July 2013

So proud of you! Great list!  

That's a great point-after a time there are only so many real changes that will occur, and it can be difficult to give up the constant positive changes and successes for "everyday normal". It's important to remember all the work that it took to get to "normal"! For what it's worth, you're right at the first weight goal I have yet to reach, so I'm possibly just a little bit jealous! :D You've done SO very well, and you've inspired many of us, so these accomplishments are even more impressive when you consider the long-reaching effects that you've had on others! 

First, I have to say how proud you should be of the continuing list of amazing accomplishments -- in only a month's time! Plus, when you add on all the intangibles, i.e. you've learned so much about yourself, continue to stay on your mindful, healthy eating journey amidst much adversity, support & encourage so many of us here always going the extra mile... And then of course, what about all the jobs I alone have delegated to you as my dr., psychiatrist, baseball teammate, bouncer, bodyguard, etc.! You continue to amaze me, and you do it all with such wit, always able to put a smile on my face! Happy anniversary, my Angel! 

Hear, hear! We all need help when our "suit of armour" gets a few dings in it from life. Thank you for always being so open and honest!  

Congratulations to a woman at goal! 

Sometimes its all the small subtle changes that add up to the biggest change. :) You're doing great. 

I second all that Ruhu said. You have come a long way baby, on a very twisty turny bumpy road. If I wore a hat I would tip it to you. Congrats on such a long list of accomplishments, not least of which is losing so much damn weight but also finding yourself :) Big hugs Bella darling.  

You have accomplished amazing things because you are an amazing woman. What you have done is so difficult. I hope you give yourself enough credit. Enjoy your mini vacation. :) 

Your commitment and consistency is inspiring. Time takes Time.... And it's only with 20/20 hindsight that I can see progress. I just need to remain true to myself and my commitment to bettering myself. Again - thanks for the reminder. 

Rubie - thank you. Colly - yes, the changes on the big slide had much more of a wheeeee effect that the slow steady stuff but I still appreciate it all the same. Don't be jealous. It's so much easier for someone as obese as me to lose than someone who only needs to lose a few pounds. Angel - thank you. Yes, it has been an interesting journey this time around; far more focus than I've ever given in the past. Josie - thank you too. Yes, one thing I decided this time around was to be honest - about it all, including the eating disorder. I think it's helping. Susan - thank you my friend. Goal is to eat mindfully and not gain. DFW - yes, that's why I always listed little things like 'normal bath towel fit' - seems ludicrous to an average woman just wanting to lose 10lbs but major to me to come from the size I was. Teri - it's a fine line or tightrope for me - I try to give myself the credit without being smug. I hope to still be here on my 5th annual anniversary - watch out because I will have bragging rights :-) Ce - yep, time take tiime. I have to remind myself that now that it's so slow; even go back to my bio. I feel like 155 is a healthy weight for me and if I hope to achieve that over the next 18 - 20 months. I know that doesn't sound ambitious to only plan to lose 1lb a month but my goal is to not gain a pound a week the way I always have in the past. Thank you all for joining me on my anniverary. Toast! (And Jelly!! LOL)