Today I realized...

LadyPeacock · 07-04-2009, 04:58 PM

that what was a struggle just a few months ago is no longer an issue. Right before I started LCing I was so out of breath when I tried to tie my shoes. I couldn't touch my toes and I had to wiggle and struggle to get in jeans that are now baggy and too big to wear out in public. (I never thought that would happen).

Today I realized I was in the plus size area of the store when I no longer need to be. I never thought I would be able to go over to the Misses dept again. Just a few months ago I was picking out sizes that were too small but I was praying would fit because I did not want to move another size up (again). Now I'm moving down.

Today I realized I'm becoming more confident in myself, the old me is peeking out of her shell again. And I can make the right choices in foods not because I'm dieting but because I care about myself, I want to look good and feel good. I no longer want to hide out, afraid someone will see me. I want to go out and face the world and embrace life!!

Today I hope someone else realizes that if someone like me, a struggling carb addict can do this, that they certainly can too!!

I LOVE today!!

And I can't wait for tomorrow!!

Melrose · 07-04-2009, 05:15 PM

How wonderful your self exploratory has been. Keep up the great work.

kimberino · 07-04-2009, 06:44 PM

That's awesome! It IS encouraging to read a positive experience from a fellow LCFer.

Mushy2008 · 07-04-2009, 06:45 PM

Yes Yes!!!!! that's amazing I'm feeling all of those exact things(Except I don't shop in the womens department lol), I not feel lighter on my feet, my back doesn't hurt when I stand, Congrats to you...

LustfortheMoment · 07-04-2009, 06:46 PM

CONGRATULATIONS on your journey, Peacock............

Keep up the good work.........

4-17-09 194 lbs.

7-4-09 162 lbs.

Arcie · 07-04-2009, 07:20 PM

Well done and well said!!

zizi · 07-05-2009, 05:22 AM

YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rick-g · 07-05-2009, 06:27 AM

Some times we're so focused on where we want to be that we forget where we were, the journey has more than one part! Good for you!!

KellBell1234 · 07-05-2009, 07:41 AM

What a great post! Congrats on your success!!

LadyPeacock · 07-05-2009, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mushy2008

Yes Yes!!!!! that's amazing I'm feeling all of those exact things(Except I don't shop in the womens department lol), I not feel lighter on my feet, my back doesn't hurt when I stand, Congrats to you...

Sounds like you are doing good as well!! I took a peak at your journal, YOU are doing GREAT!!

LadyPeacock · 07-05-2009, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick-g

Some times we're so focused on where we want to be that we forget where we were, the journey has more than one part! Good for you!!

You're so right. I never thought of it that way before. Thank you!!

LadyPeacock · 07-05-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LustfortheMoment

CONGRATULATIONS on your journey, Peacock............

Keep up the good work.........

4-17-09 194 lbs.

7-4-09 162 lbs.

Thanks so much!! Your stats look very good. Congrats to you too!!

LadyPeacock · 07-05-2009, 12:37 PM

Thanks so much for your support everybody. I was scared to post and almost erased it a couple times as I do most of my posts because a lot of times I feel I have nothing worthy to offer. But if it encouraged someone then I am glad I did.

Remykins · 07-05-2009, 06:51 PM

Nice post, im proud of you....
A few dyas ago i was thinking how frusterated i was that i had not reached goal yet...
a few months ago i could not do one single push up to save my life, now i can drop and give you 30 -and im smiling!
That wasnt my goal, but it is priceless!

LadyPeacock · 07-05-2009, 07:03 PM

30 pushups is impressive!!

I need to start back doing them.

Remykins · 07-05-2009, 07:07 PM

I do strength training in a group class a few times a week, the total body workout really is amazing. I now like having muscle i never knew existed sore, lol.

07-04-2009, 04:58 PM	#1
LadyPeacock Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NC Posts: 370 Gallery: LadyPeacock WOE: Atkins Start Date: Febuary 2009	Today I realized... that what was a struggle just a few months ago is no longer an issue. Right before I started LCing I was so out of breath when I tried to tie my shoes. I couldn't touch my toes and I had to wiggle and struggle to get in jeans that are now baggy and too big to wear out in public. (I never thought that would happen). Today I realized I was in the plus size area of the store when I no longer need to be. I never thought I would be able to go over to the Misses dept again. Just a few months ago I was picking out sizes that were too small but I was praying would fit because I did not want to move another size up (again). Now I'm moving down. Today I realized I'm becoming more confident in myself, the old me is peeking out of her shell again. And I can make the right choices in foods not because I'm dieting but because I care about myself, I want to look good and feel good. I no longer want to hide out, afraid someone will see me. I want to go out and face the world and embrace life!! Today I hope someone else realizes that if someone like me, a struggling carb addict can do this, that they certainly can too!! I LOVE today!! And I can't wait for tomorrow!!

07-05-2009, 07:03 PM	#15
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07-04-2009, 05:15 PM	#2
Melrose Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Richmond Posts: 877 Gallery: Melrose Stats: Starting weight 3/23/09: 221 WOE: Atkins	How wonderful your self exploratory has been. Keep up the great work.

07-04-2009, 06:44 PM	#3
kimberino Junior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Springfield, Missouri Posts: 51 Gallery: kimberino Stats: 230/174/160 WOE: Atkins Start Date: March 2009	That's awesome! It IS encouraging to read a positive experience from a fellow LCFer.

07-04-2009, 06:45 PM	#4
Mushy2008 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Indianapolis Indiana Posts: 668 Gallery: Mushy2008 Stats: 435/363/200 WOE: Atkins Very Low Carb Low Calorie Start Date: March 30th 2009	Yes Yes!!!!! that's amazing I'm feeling all of those exact things(Except I don't shop in the womens department lol), I not feel lighter on my feet, my back doesn't hurt when I stand, Congrats to you...

07-04-2009, 06:46 PM	#5
LustfortheMoment Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Boston Posts: 470 Gallery: LustfortheMoment Stats: 194/167/140..... 5'7" WOE: "Modified" Stillman Start Date: 4-17-09	CONGRATULATIONS on your journey, Peacock............ Keep up the good work......... 4-17-09 194 lbs. 7-4-09 162 lbs.

07-04-2009, 07:20 PM	#6
Arcie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 278 Gallery: Arcie WOE: Moderate carbs	Well done and well said!!

07-05-2009, 05:22 AM	#7
zizi MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Earth Posts: 2,458 Gallery: zizi WOE: Low Carb Eclectic Start Date: one day at a time...	YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

07-05-2009, 06:27 AM	#8
Rick-g Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada Posts: 342 Gallery: Rick-g Stats: 402/195, 56yrs old 6'1" WOE: low carb, TNT Start Date: June 2004	Some times we're so focused on where we want to be that we forget where we were, the journey has more than one part! Good for you!!

07-05-2009, 07:41 AM	#9
KellBell1234 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Minnesota Posts: 991 Gallery: KellBell1234	What a great post! Congrats on your success!!

07-05-2009, 12:37 PM	#13
LadyPeacock Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NC Posts: 370 Gallery: LadyPeacock WOE: Atkins Start Date: Febuary 2009	Thanks so much for your support everybody. I was scared to post and almost erased it a couple times as I do most of my posts because a lot of times I feel I have nothing worthy to offer. But if it encouraged someone then I am glad I did.

07-05-2009, 06:51 PM	#14
Remykins MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 1,033 Gallery: Remykins Stats: 125/120 WOE: Low carb, JUDDD Start Date: May 6th 2009	Nice post, im proud of you.... A few dyas ago i was thinking how frusterated i was that i had not reached goal yet... a few months ago i could not do one single push up to save my life, now i can drop and give you 30 -and im smiling! That wasnt my goal, but it is priceless!

07-05-2009, 07:07 PM	#16
Remykins MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 1,033 Gallery: Remykins Stats: 125/120 WOE: Low carb, JUDDD Start Date: May 6th 2009	I do strength training in a group class a few times a week, the total body workout really is amazing. I now like having muscle i never knew existed sore, lol.