A Diamond in the Rough -- Candy's Journey - Page 65

clbortiz · 05-31-2007, 06:53 AM

Just popping in to say Good Morning!!!

I just saw the progress pics you posted and WOW you are doing great. As far as feeling like it is all in your face and not body, well let me say that you can also see a BIG difference in the parts of your shoulders that are in the pics and I am positive that you are shrinking everywhere. Sometimes it just takes time for our brain to perceive what is actually there, or in this case not there anymore

, and not what we imagine to still be there.

I also went back and looked through your journal and saw that you posted your weight as 231 at the beginning of the month and now you are down to 223 at the end of the month!

That is an 8 pound loss for the month...pretty darn good if ya asked me! Sometimes I feel like it is taking forever to get past a certain weight, but then I look at the past month as a whole and realize that progress is being made. And girl you are definitely making progress!!!

Livywilltim-mom · 05-31-2007, 07:10 AM

Good Thursday Candy!

Hope you are having a nice day so far.

mycattaz · 05-31-2007, 07:57 AM

kacee1958 · 05-31-2007, 08:11 AM

Candy, thanks for your response. I think you've inspired me to start my own journal. In the past I've joined a few challenges, always to drop out because I wasn't meeting the challenge goals, or I just couldn't keep up with the sheer volume of posts. I'm beginning to find I need to be accountable to no one but myself, so maybe a journal is the way to go!!
Have a great day!!

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 08:16 AM

Final Weigh-In for the Challenge. I will be "safe" and just post it in my journal.

Challenge Start Weight: 247
Current Weight: 223
Weekly Progress: 0
Total Challenge (30 in 3) Loss: -24
TOTAL LOSSES: -41

While I did not reach my goal in pounds, I have learned some lessons.

I have had some victories and some deep hurt and struggles.

I have learned that no matter how loving and caring you want to be, not everyone wants you to be that way. The ones you reach out to, are wanting to be loved. It's more than "just the internet" and you really can't see the hurting faces and hearts behind the avatars. But, they are there and they ARE real. There are many who do realize this and do show true emotion.

I realized that what I thought were friendships, were apparently not. I realized that no matter how good of a person you are, people will think what they think and no matter how hard you try to convince them, it's a mute point.

I know my heart and my friends know my heart. But most importanly, my God knows my heart. I am a real person behind this avatar and I love you ALL.

There are many threads I post on at LCF, and I have many friends. I am not sure if I will join any challenge just yet. But, I will certainly be here.

I will strive to make today the best day I can. If I can help one person, then I will have accomplished much.

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 08:17 AM

Thank you all for checking on me, and for your love.

Kacee, I will be looking for your journal.

monet0329 · 05-31-2007, 08:24 AM

Morning sweetie..

24 pounds is awesome..

.. I am so proud of you..

..

I am sorry you have to go through this..crazy stuff.. makes no sence to me really.. but.. what can you do.. as long as YOU know in your heart.. you did nothing wrong..life must go on..

stay strong!!.. and you will make your goals.. I have faith in you darlin.. you CAN and WILL do this!!...

I love ya Candy girl..

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 08:46 AM

I love you too Monet. That's such a cute puppy.

monet0329 · 05-31-2007, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edwards20

I love you too Monet. That's such a cute puppy.

Thanks

KrystaLyn · 05-31-2007, 08:59 AM

Candy, I'm sorry I don't know what is going on, but I'm sorry if you have been hurt in some way

Just know that I love and appreciate you and think you are awesome! You have done awesome th is month! KUTGW! Soon you will be in Onederland!!

HAB · 05-31-2007, 09:46 AM

Candy, you are my challenge hero!!!!

I would encourage you to come post your results in the challenge thread, it would be so inspiring for others but I can understand if you don't feel comfortable.

KUTGW!!!

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 09:49 AM

I would love too, but am very uncomfortable doing it.

hawkwife · 05-31-2007, 09:56 AM

Hang in there!! I am sending you lots of

!

t'ann · 05-31-2007, 09:59 AM

Hi Candy. I'm here to give you big

I don't know what went on, but want you to know there are people here that care. You have been an inspiration to many, and I've never seen you post a nasty word. The beauty of the world is everyone is different. If we don't meet other peoples standards that's okay. I wish there were more kind people in the world like you.

seb · 05-31-2007, 10:27 AM

Sent you a PM.

Livywilltim-mom · 05-31-2007, 10:48 AM

Wow, 24 pounds and 41 total. You are amazing!! I look forward to a long friendship of sharing, caring and support. You are a wonderful person, your heart is pure.

Congrats!

Hugs, J

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 11:16 AM

Thank you friends

Your thoughtfulness has meant the world to me.

I love you all.

losin4good1980 · 05-31-2007, 11:16 AM

24 lbs girl? Amazing - you have done such a wonderful job!! You have become MY inspiration, so keep doing what you are doing - it shows that it's working!!

I love seeing your comparison pics - I must start doing that as well me thinks!

As far as yesterday goes - I don't blame you for not feeling comfortable enough to post your weigh in on the GG thread. Although I TOTALLY disagree with everything that was said by other people, as you well know, it's just best I think to stick with where you are loved and appreciated

I love your opinions on everything and hope that you won't stop giving them - at least not to me!!

Hmm... anyway - here's to a new day and to breaking into those 2-teens together!!

Lots of love as always,

Magpie!

becksterinindy · 05-31-2007, 11:50 AM

Challenge Start Weight: 247
Current Weight: 223
Weekly Progress: 0
Total Challenge (30 in 3) Loss: -24
TOTAL LOSSES: -41

OMG Candy that is totally awesome and inspiring to say the least

KUTGW

twinkerbell · 05-31-2007, 01:16 PM

Candy,

Your stats are great! You have done a super duper job!

Personally, I think you are very sweet & caring and so nice to look out for others!

Have a blessed day and keep those posts coming!

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 01:18 PM

Breakfast - flax muffin w/cream cheese
Lunch - Fried chicken breast, 2 chicken wings, 2 celery sticks, 1 container of ranch (did pretty well considering the choices I had).

Took a migraine pill, trying to knock this headache. I think when you cry so much and hurt so bad it takes a bit to back to feeling normal. But, I am getting there.

Not sure what's for supper, I forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer.

HAB · 05-31-2007, 05:10 PM

Hi Candy, just wanted to pop in and say goodnight. I'd still like to see you in the challenge tomorrow but if not I'll come in and say hi here from time to time. I don't typically post in others journal's a lot but I'll make it a point to get in here and keep in touch.

Edwards20 · 05-31-2007, 05:15 PM

Thanks Holly.

monet0329 · 05-31-2007, 06:43 PM

hey sweet pea..

..

I hope the head ache goes away fast..

today was ok for me.. food wise.. only worked 4 hours..lol.. but it was hectic while I was there..

ready for a new day tomorrow..

love yaaa

pri17cess72 · 05-31-2007, 09:47 PM

Hi Candy,

I saw your 40lb loss pics in the Main Lobby and decided to stop by your journal. You have done a great job and I am very inspired by you. You seem like a wonderful person and I am excited to follow your progress.

Hope you are well and your headache goes away.

Liz

hawkwife · 06-01-2007, 05:22 AM

Happy Friday!!!!

Edwards20 · 06-01-2007, 06:16 AM

Thank you and

Liz.

Glad to have you, stop by anytime. My door is always open.

Ok, weigh-in at 223 - still no loss. But, I am going to change that.

Not sure how, because I haven't been off plan. I figure it's just the top of that wonderful roller coaster ride my body seems to love. So, I will continue to press on. It won't be a put a few more weeks til I go back downhill.

I will be the only one in the office today ... ughh !!! But, it's Friday.

Got my haircut last night. She cut it way too short. But, it will grow back out.

Off to the shower and then to the office. I'll check in when I get there. Hope you all have a blessed day.

05-31-2007, 06:53 AM	#1921
clbortiz Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 678 Gallery: clbortiz Stats: 259.8/188/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 10/19/2006	Just popping in to say Good Morning!!! I just saw the progress pics you posted and WOW you are doing great. As far as feeling like it is all in your face and not body, well let me say that you can also see a BIG difference in the parts of your shoulders that are in the pics and I am positive that you are shrinking everywhere. Sometimes it just takes time for our brain to perceive what is actually there, or in this case not there anymore , and not what we imagine to still be there. I also went back and looked through your journal and saw that you posted your weight as 231 at the beginning of the month and now you are down to 223 at the end of the month! That is an 8 pound loss for the month...pretty darn good if ya asked me! Sometimes I feel like it is taking forever to get past a certain weight, but then I look at the past month as a whole and realize that progress is being made. And girl you are definitely making progress!!! __________________ Cheryl Mini Goals: 180 by July 4th Last edited by clbortiz : 05-31-2007 at 06:58 AM.

05-31-2007, 08:24 AM	#1927
monet0329 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 8,639 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 6/14/08	Morning sweetie.. 24 pounds is awesome.... I am so proud of you.. .. I am sorry you have to go through this..crazy stuff.. makes no sence to me really.. but.. what can you do.. as long as YOU know in your heart.. you did nothing wrong..life must go on.. stay strong!!.. and you will make your goals.. I have faith in you darlin.. you CAN and WILL do this!!... I love ya Candy girl..

05-31-2007, 07:10 AM	#1922
Livywilltim-mom Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 4,296 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 195/In God's Hands/110 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Ongoing Battle	Good Thursday Candy! Hope you are having a nice day so far.

05-31-2007, 07:57 AM	#1923
mycattaz Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: alabama Posts: 4,481 Gallery: mycattaz Stats: 416/279.6/249 WOE: low carb

05-31-2007, 08:11 AM	#1924
kacee1958 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: NE Georgia Posts: 538 Gallery: kacee1958 Stats: 198/188/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: restart 09/15/08	Candy, thanks for your response. I think you've inspired me to start my own journal. In the past I've joined a few challenges, always to drop out because I wasn't meeting the challenge goals, or I just couldn't keep up with the sheer volume of posts. I'm beginning to find I need to be accountable to no one but myself, so maybe a journal is the way to go!! Have a great day!!

05-31-2007, 08:16 AM	#1925
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Final Weigh-In for the Challenge. I will be "safe" and just post it in my journal. Challenge Start Weight: 247 Current Weight: 223 Weekly Progress: 0 Total Challenge (30 in 3) Loss: -24 TOTAL LOSSES: -41 While I did not reach my goal in pounds, I have learned some lessons. I have had some victories and some deep hurt and struggles. I have learned that no matter how loving and caring you want to be, not everyone wants you to be that way. The ones you reach out to, are wanting to be loved. It's more than "just the internet" and you really can't see the hurting faces and hearts behind the avatars. But, they are there and they ARE real. There are many who do realize this and do show true emotion. I realized that what I thought were friendships, were apparently not. I realized that no matter how good of a person you are, people will think what they think and no matter how hard you try to convince them, it's a mute point. I know my heart and my friends know my heart. But most importanly, my God knows my heart. I am a real person behind this avatar and I love you ALL. There are many threads I post on at LCF, and I have many friends. I am not sure if I will join any challenge just yet. But, I will certainly be here. I will strive to make today the best day I can. If I can help one person, then I will have accomplished much.

05-31-2007, 08:17 AM	#1926
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Thank you all for checking on me, and for your love. Kacee, I will be looking for your journal.

05-31-2007, 08:46 AM	#1928
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	I love you too Monet. That's such a cute puppy.

05-31-2007, 08:59 AM	#1930
KrystaLyn MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina Posts: 1,977 Gallery: KrystaLyn Stats: 158/156 post-partum/125, 5'2 WOE: Breastfeeding Start Date: Second Time Around started Jan 01.07	Candy, I'm sorry I don't know what is going on, but I'm sorry if you have been hurt in some way Just know that I love and appreciate you and think you are awesome! You have done awesome th is month! KUTGW! Soon you will be in Onederland!!

05-31-2007, 09:46 AM	#1931
HAB MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cocoa, FL. Posts: 2,796 Gallery: HAB Stats: 261/not weighing/158 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 7/16/2008	Candy, you are my challenge hero!!!! I would encourage you to come post your results in the challenge thread, it would be so inspiring for others but I can understand if you don't feel comfortable. KUTGW!!!

05-31-2007, 09:49 AM	#1932
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	I would love too, but am very uncomfortable doing it.

05-31-2007, 09:56 AM	#1933
hawkwife Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: CT Posts: 597 Gallery: hawkwife WOE: whatever works for me Start Date: 1/23/08	Hang in there!! I am sending you lots of !

05-31-2007, 09:59 AM	#1934
t'ann Margarita tart Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: arizona Posts: 16,912 Gallery: t'ann WOE: with silverware Start Date: 01-2006	Hi Candy. I'm here to give you big I don't know what went on, but want you to know there are people here that care. You have been an inspiration to many, and I've never seen you post a nasty word. The beauty of the world is everyone is different. If we don't meet other peoples standards that's okay. I wish there were more kind people in the world like you.

05-31-2007, 10:27 AM	#1935
seb Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,000 Gallery: seb Stats: 205/171/140 5'6" 48 Start Date: Restart on 1-29-07	Sent you a PM.

05-31-2007, 10:48 AM	#1936
Livywilltim-mom Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 4,296 Gallery: Livywilltim-mom Stats: 195/In God's Hands/110 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Ongoing Battle	Wow, 24 pounds and 41 total. You are amazing!! I look forward to a long friendship of sharing, caring and support. You are a wonderful person, your heart is pure. Congrats! Hugs, J

05-31-2007, 11:16 AM	#1937
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Thank you friends Your thoughtfulness has meant the world to me. I love you all.

05-31-2007, 11:16 AM	#1938
losin4good1980 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,582 Gallery: losin4good1980	24 lbs girl? Amazing - you have done such a wonderful job!! You have become MY inspiration, so keep doing what you are doing - it shows that it's working!! I love seeing your comparison pics - I must start doing that as well me thinks! As far as yesterday goes - I don't blame you for not feeling comfortable enough to post your weigh in on the GG thread. Although I TOTALLY disagree with everything that was said by other people, as you well know, it's just best I think to stick with where you are loved and appreciated I love your opinions on everything and hope that you won't stop giving them - at least not to me!! Hmm... anyway - here's to a new day and to breaking into those 2-teens together!! Lots of love as always, Magpie!

05-31-2007, 11:50 AM	#1939
becksterinindy Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: babe land Posts: 7,194 Gallery: becksterinindy WOE: fork or spoon I don't care! Start Date: January 2, 2004	Challenge Start Weight: 247 Current Weight: 223 Weekly Progress: 0 Total Challenge (30 in 3) Loss: -24 TOTAL LOSSES: -41 OMG Candy that is totally awesome and inspiring to say the least KUTGW

05-31-2007, 01:16 PM	#1940
twinkerbell MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,195 Blog Entries: 2 Gallery: twinkerbell	Candy, Your stats are great! You have done a super duper job! Personally, I think you are very sweet & caring and so nice to look out for others! Have a blessed day and keep those posts coming!

05-31-2007, 01:18 PM	#1941
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Breakfast - flax muffin w/cream cheese Lunch - Fried chicken breast, 2 chicken wings, 2 celery sticks, 1 container of ranch (did pretty well considering the choices I had). Took a migraine pill, trying to knock this headache. I think when you cry so much and hurt so bad it takes a bit to back to feeling normal. But, I am getting there. Not sure what's for supper, I forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer.

05-31-2007, 05:10 PM	#1942
HAB MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cocoa, FL. Posts: 2,796 Gallery: HAB Stats: 261/not weighing/158 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 7/16/2008	Hi Candy, just wanted to pop in and say goodnight. I'd still like to see you in the challenge tomorrow but if not I'll come in and say hi here from time to time. I don't typically post in others journal's a lot but I'll make it a point to get in here and keep in touch.

05-31-2007, 05:15 PM	#1943
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Thanks Holly.

05-31-2007, 06:43 PM	#1944
monet0329 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ~Indiana ~ Posts: 8,639 Gallery: monet0329 Stats: ?/ ?/ 200.. for now.. WOE: Low carb...because it works! Start Date: Febuary 27,06.. restart 6/14/08	hey sweet pea.. .. I hope the head ache goes away fast.. today was ok for me.. food wise.. only worked 4 hours..lol.. but it was hectic while I was there.. ready for a new day tomorrow.. love yaaa

05-31-2007, 09:47 PM	#1945
pri17cess72 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SF Bay Area CA Posts: 2,464 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: pri17cess72 Stats: 187/xxx/130 5'5" WOE: Atkins Start Date: 01/01/2007 Re-Start 01/01/08	Hi Candy, I saw your 40lb loss pics in the Main Lobby and decided to stop by your journal. You have done a great job and I am very inspired by you. You seem like a wonderful person and I am excited to follow your progress. Hope you are well and your headache goes away. Liz

06-01-2007, 05:22 AM	#1946
hawkwife Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: CT Posts: 597 Gallery: hawkwife WOE: whatever works for me Start Date: 1/23/08	Happy Friday!!!!

06-01-2007, 06:16 AM	#1947
Edwards20 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Georgia Posts: 6,645 Gallery: Edwards20 Stats: 264/231/218 (mini goal) WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2007	Thank you and Liz. Glad to have you, stop by anytime. My door is always open. Ok, weigh-in at 223 - still no loss. But, I am going to change that. Not sure how, because I haven't been off plan. I figure it's just the top of that wonderful roller coaster ride my body seems to love. So, I will continue to press on. It won't be a put a few more weeks til I go back downhill. I will be the only one in the office today ... ughh !!! But, it's Friday. Got my haircut last night. She cut it way too short. But, it will grow back out. Off to the shower and then to the office. I'll check in when I get there. Hope you all have a blessed day.