Well now I'm thoroughly depressed

[GateandGarden]

I'm sure you don't look bad in the least. You probably notice it more than anyone else. In fact, I'm willing to bet that no one else actually notices it at all.

But I do know how much it sucks not to fit into your old clothes like you used to. I've certainly gone through that. But know that it doesn't mean you're fat at all.

[DrummerDeanna]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

I'm sure you don't look bad in the least. You probably notice it more than anyone else. In fact, I'm willing to bet that no one else actually notices it at all.

But I do know how much it sucks not to fit into your old clothes like you used to. I've certainly gone through that. But know that it doesn't mean you're fat at all.

Aw thanks - and no I don't think those who see me on a day to day basis notice anything - but yeah - it sucks to basically not fit into an entire wardrobe

I know it's no one's fault but my own - perhaps this is the wakeup call I needed to truly get my ass in gear and hit the gym BIG TIME - and more importantly to stop eating so much crap.

My diet has really gone to pot this year - but it was a big transition year - and now that I'm getting more settled I hope that my diet will improve It's not the meals that do it - it's the snacking - I'm SUCH a bad snacker...

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by DrummerDeanna

Aw thanks - and no I don't think those who see me on a day to day basis notice anything - but yeah - it sucks to basically not fit into an entire wardrobe

I know it's no one's fault but my own - perhaps this is the wakeup call I needed to truly get my ass in gear and hit the gym BIG TIME - and more importantly to stop eating so much crap.

My diet has really gone to pot this year - but it was a big transition year - and now that I'm getting more settled I hope that my diet will improve It's not the meals that do it - it's the snacking - I'm SUCH a bad snacker...

I say don't be so hard on yourself. For most, weight fluctuates, right? Blame it on the fact that it was a transitional year; those kind just seem to call for more eating because of emotional situations. I think that's totally human. You'll probably feel better once you commit to working out because you'll be happy that you're helping matters by doing so, but don't drive yourself crazy over it. At one point you were skinnier, but that doesn't mean you don't look good now by any means.

[ryan8472]

Deanna, you've posted your pictures here a lot ~ You aren't fat dear. My aunt can barely walk up a flight of stairs without stopping, having a snack, resting, then continuing. SHE is fat.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by ryan8472

Deanna, you've posted your pictures here a lot ~ You aren't fat dear. My aunt can barely walk up a flight of stairs without stopping, having a snack, resting, then continuing. SHE is fat.

I don't know Ryan's aunt but I have to echo his sentiment here--you are so very far from fat, Deanna. I hope that didn't cross your mind.

[GypsySorcerer]

From your pictures, I think you look great. Just try to think healthfully and stay positive.

[dissention]

If Deanna is fat, my name is Osama. You're as fat as Ruben is skinny, dear.

[goldie]

Originally Posted by DrummerDeanna

- it sucks to basically not fit into an entire wardrobe

look at it in a positive way .... it's an excuse to go out shopping for a whole new wardrobe!!! yippee!!

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by goldie

look at it in a positive way .... it's an excuse to go out shopping for a whole new wardrobe!!! yippee!!

Hey, and that too! It's a chance to say "Well, I have been meaning to try out a different style and all."

[DrummerDeanna]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Hey, and that too! It's a chance to say "Well, I have been meaning to try out a different style and all."

Actually...

My FIRST thought was "okay time to hit the gym like mad tomorrow"

Then I thought...."But wait, I should probably go shopping first because of early morning sales..." lol...I'm ALREADY putting off going to the gym

[DrummerDeanna]

Oh and thanks for the compliments guys...

Really I'm not searching for compliments....I'm just terribly bored tonight and made the mistake of trying on all my summer clothes

I have got to keep in shape because if I don't fit into my winter clothes in a few months then I'll really be angry with myself...

[GardenStateGirlie]

I've yet to put a bathing suit on this year. Talk to me after I do that

[SteveMacD]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

You probably notice it more than anyone else.

This is true. I had something happen tonight that sort of irked me. Since I lost my job in mid-March, I've been cooking balanced dinners and eating only rice crispies for breakfast. I've also cut out all sweets. Well, I never bought sweets, but they almost littered my old office, and I'm a man of very little will power. I've also cut out Ginger Ale, beer, fast foods, high fatty foods, snacks, and have seriously cut down on carbs (though I'm not on Adkins). The end result is that I've actually lost twenty pounds in the last two months. So, I went to a bar to see two friends play in their new bands tonight. Most of the gang was there. Nobody noticed. God, I feel like honkin' down Twinkies and beer right now. So, don't worry. Not only will they not notice, they won't care!

[xdreamsunwindx]

I put on at least 15 pounds. I was really depressed this year, and I would hardly eat. Now that I'm better, I'm putting on all the weight I lost. See, I'M fat. Deanna, you're far from fat. Believe me.

[wondergirl9847]

I know how ya feel. When I went to England in November/December 2003, I was about 140 or something (I'm 5 foot 1 inch tall), not fat, but needed to tone up. I came home at 125 or something and at Christmas, all I heard was "OMG, you've lost weight, you look great!" I bought clothes in London because the jeans I took over were getting way too big. I went to the Salvation Army the day before I left to donate my old clothes.

Well, fast forward...and now, I'm back up to 140 (just now weighed. LOL). If I could get into some sort of routine, I'd lose weight. Walking worked big time for me in England. I've never walked that much in my life. LOL I ate less (and better) too. I'm good at starting to exercise, but then quitting for whatever reason.

I had a bad habit of snacking at like 11PM not long ago...cut that out. I still snack, but not late at night. Love me some chips, chocolate, Pepsi. Also, I don't eat chips out of the bag, I put some on a paper towel, so I won't eat too many. I buy huge chocolate bars (from Cracker Barrel) and eat a few squares only.

I wish I could eat fruit. When I eat oranges, bananas, watermelon, canteloupe or whatever, my throat closes up and my chest hurts. I think it's the pesticides or something I'm allergic to. Perhaps I could try organic foods.