Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Since you asked about the weight loss...


Many of you asked about my weight loss. Well, I'm here to tell you it wasn't any magic diet or plan, I joined Weight Watchers. In July of 2006, I basically had gotten to the point where food had become my vice to deal with all the stress I was enduring. From losing my grandma, to missing my DH, the death of a co-worker and a student, and so-on it was a tough time. I didn't realize just how much weight I'd gained until I (get this) looked at some photos I'd taken of my hair. Now, I'm only about 5 ft. 2 and have always been on the petite side, but wearing clothes in the double digits was not even cute on my small frame.

So, at the advice of a friend I went to a Weight Watchers meeting and was instantly hooked. The thing I love about the program is that it is so simple and I still eat what I want. It just made sense to me. The first week I lost 4 lbs, 1.5 the next, 2, then 3, then .5 and finally 23 pounds. The biggest difference has been in my energy level, I just feel better overall and knowing that I'm doing something so loving for myself has just put me on such a high! I even gained a couple of pounds back over my 2 week holiday vacation and its already coming off.

If you are considering losing weight or looking for something that is simple and effective...it might be worth it to you to check it out. I'll gladly share some tips and basic pointers if anyone's interested.

Be blessed and take care of yourself TODAY!

10 comments:

Creyole said...

Congratulations!! What and awesome commitment and accomlishment. Keep up the good work my sista!

V @ Locks-N-Motion said...

Congratulations again. I'm still trying to do my own thing as far as weight loss is concened but if I can't stick with it. I'm really thinking about giving Weight Watchers a try!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful!!!! How long did it take to do your locks? What size are they? Did you have to cut off your relaxed hair?

Brenda said...

Congrats on doing something good for yourself!

Anonymous said...

Nothing like doing something for yourself and being healthy at the same time. Big, big props! I'm proud of you.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!!! Weight Watchers is one of the best programs!

Anonymous said...

Wow, what an inspiration. You look good, keep up the good work. I know it is not easy but the end results are fantastic!

Anonymous said...

Your hair has come quite a ways. Your SL's look great!

Maryee said...

Congratulations!! You go girl!! Very inspiring!! Thanks for sharing!

Detra said...

^5 on WW, I too lost over 25lbs BUT I stopped going to the meetings and gained it all back, good thing is it took a long time to gain it back because on that program you learn to EAT right. Keep up the good work, and you've inspired me to get back on track!