This was taken in late May of 2004. In February 2005 Jim's dad died and I started gaining from there--I had probably gained a good 20-25 lbs before I got pg with Jaime in September, and I put on at least 60 lbs(if not a few more) during that 10 months. Today I have printed this pic out and put it on my fridge--not only to remind me how thin, and fit I got but also something to aim for. It is now nearly five years after I started WW in January of '02 and sooo many things have changed for me personally...but I realize if I don't do something soon, I will most likely be overweight, and unhappy forever The part that scares me the most--other than comitting myself to a new lifestyle once again is the fact that the day this pic was taken, I thought I was fat. I was feeling bloated and didn't think I should wear these particular jeans since they made me feel icky...but since it was a last minute thing(get together with my gf and her kiddos) I put these on and ran out the door. HMM.

I have a heck of a journey ahead. Wish me luck!!!



BTW, I'm wearing grey.

We can do this!!!!!! I am with you all the way.

I love ya, Kellie!

I am having a good day today. YAY.

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Tanya~I remember that picture when you first posted!! I also remember how jealous I was ...no matter how hard I try, I'll never have a figure like that...just too curvy in all the wrong places!! (Not planning on breaking any ribs like some models do so I'm stuck with it...) But look at you!!! You look great and by doing it once, you know it's possible to get there!!!

Good idea posting the pic on the fridge... I'd also hang the jeans somewhere visible and try them on constantly...talk about incentive!! I know you can do it!!! You did it once...you were AND ARE a motivation to all of us. I don't think I'd ever would have stayed on as long as I did if it wasn't for you! You kept me motivated!! I hope I can do the same for you in 2007!!! I'll be here for you! Message board or e-mail!!! We all have faith in you that 2007 will be the year you fit back in those jeans!!!

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Maria

But they are sooooooo tiny, Maria!

*sigh*

I will try--I think I'm really ready now. Just hope my body is ready to cooperate. I really WAS trying before really--and nothing. We'll see.

That is such a great pic. I put a pic of fat me in the pantry, but it disappeared. Have no idea where it went!!

Come on ladies!! Lets go!!

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Look at you sexy mama!! I never saw that after picture before now. You are a hottie, Tanya! Don't worry you will lose the weight again. I am heavier than I was when I started back in Nov. 2002. Sad, yes. But, I'm not going to sweat it. But...I would like to have another child someday. I should really actually try to lose this weight now!!! I guess I am about 35 lb heavier than I was at my lowest. Hmmmm....wish I hadn't calculated that.
You're doing awesome! Just keep at it!!! (note to self~practice what I preach!)
Love ya!!

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