tnicco: thank you for the kind words and the encouragement for the final bit!!
sarah1234: thanks, and I am 5'4"
f@tgirlslim: thank you! 80 pounds is a GREAT success!! don't let yourself forget that! I wish you luck in the rest of your weightloss and new healithier lifestyle
kate: one important key for me changing my eating habits was making small changes slowly so I didnt get overwhelmed by restrictions. I also learned ALOT by using the internet on how to manage certain situations. I found low-fat/lower calorie alternatives for my favorite things like pizza, icecream, chips, etc, so that I could still allow myself these things in moderation. I cut calories in any small places I could - diet sodas instead of regular, lite or no mayo on foods, spray salad dressings/butter...the little stuff really adds up! also I'm realistic about my cravings and lifestyle. I still eat out, I just make better choices on restaraunts or what I order..and if Im forced to eat somewhere really bad I'll get just an appetizer or a kids meal to save calories.
I'd be happy to talk with you and share more details of what I did and learned if you have any specific questions you want answered
Alleluh: Yay DDR!!!!!!!
endurance: Thank you

So far its been about 13 months since I began. Its a little slow I think, but I lost focus several times due to struggles throughout the year, such as moving and coping with the loss of my mother and all kinds of crazy stuff
lise: Im so thrilled to hear I inspired someone

I know there are people on here that have inspired me and its flattering to be in that position now myself. I wish you the best of luck, you have the right attitude and you will succeed with that
everyone thanks so much for the compliments. Im back on track and down another pound as of this week..Im closing in on the final stretch...120s here I come!