Before and During...Not Done Yet!!!
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Darth Pooh
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Here is an updated picture...
My jeans are a little big but I think i cropped them out of the pic -if I made if so far away that you could see my pant, then you couldn't see anything else...
Things are moving along...
As my good friend the Shatner would say...
ali2
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OMG you guys
Thanks so much! I would never associate those compliments with myself, you totally made my night
I have pics from Easter today that I will post sometime tomorrow, those I thought turned out pretty good - you can definately see my progress in those pics...
Til then...
Thanks so much! I would never associate those compliments with myself, you totally made my night
I have pics from Easter today that I will post sometime tomorrow, those I thought turned out pretty good - you can definately see my progress in those pics...
Til then...
Darth Pooh
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One new pic for now...I swear I thought I looked thinner in person but all in all I am happy with how I look
see... I know you say you're happy, but next time you post a picture, I'd appreciate less negativity like "...I thought I looked thinner...". I hate that crap, and you're to good too self-degrade. Keep positive and say... "I feel great and feel more beautiful than I ever have" . At least you'd start being honest instead of that crappy disclaimer.
P.S. NICE...
ali2
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Aren't we bossy???
There is a disconnect b/t what I see in the mirror and what I see on film, that is what I was trying to express. I was [thrilled with how I looked on Sunday. Then I saw the pic and was like, OMG my chest looks huge and I look heavier than I thought I did.
I really didn't mean it as a disclaimer as much as a comment that I feel that I look better than the picture reflects...but I love your honesty and sometimes I need people to be tough w/me.
There is a disconnect b/t what I see in the mirror and what I see on film, that is what I was trying to express. I was [thrilled with how I looked on Sunday. Then I saw the pic and was like, OMG my chest looks huge and I look heavier than I thought I did.
I really didn't mean it as a disclaimer as much as a comment that I feel that I look better than the picture reflects...but I love your honesty and sometimes I need people to be tough w/me.
Darth Pooh
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Aren't we bossy???
There is a disconnect b/t what I see in the mirror and what I see on film, that is what I was trying to express. I was [thrilled with how I looked on Sunday. Then I saw the pic and was like, OMG my chest looks huge and I look heavier than I thought I did.
I really didn't mean it as a disclaimer as much as a comment that I feel that I look better than the picture reflects...but I love your honesty and sometimes I need people to be tough w/me.
Sorry, been having that CAN DO attitude lately. I love when I get like that
And yes, your chest does look huge because you have a nice rack... deal with that
And yes, sometimes I understand what you're saying, one minute you feel good about yourself and then you might walk past a mirror and catch a bulge and get completely depressed, so I understand the whole mentality. Just tape a picture of OLD ALI on that mirror and that will end REAL soon.
ali2
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Sometimes that CAN DO attitude is hard to maintain...I am glad you have a handle on it...I am working on it but some days are harder than others
I need to figure out how to see the difference b/t the OLD ALI and the NEW and IMPROVED ALI ~ it is getting much better and I see myself in that new light more and more but there are days where I am like, UGH - there goes that same old fattie...more often than not though, I can see the difference.
Haha ~ thanks I clearly have no problem showing it off! Play up your assets, that's my theory...
I need to figure out how to see the difference b/t the OLD ALI and the NEW and IMPROVED ALI ~ it is getting much better and I see myself in that new light more and more but there are days where I am like, UGH - there goes that same old fattie...more often than not though, I can see the difference.
Haha ~ thanks
I clearly have no problem showing it off! Play up your assets, that's my theory...
Darth Pooh
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Sometimes that CAN DO attitude is hard to maintain...I am glad you have a handle on it...I am working on it but some days are harder than others
I need to figure out how to see the difference b/t the OLD ALI and the NEW and IMPROVED ALI ~ it is getting much better and I see myself in that new light more and more but there are days where I am like, UGH - there goes that same old fattie...more often than not though, I can see the difference.
Haha ~ thanks
Quite right about that attitude. That's human nature... wish there was a way to maintain it all the time. Lately, I am thankful I have it, and I am using it fully to my advantage to change my program and goals around. This way, I can look back on a lot of posts and see what is necessary for me to keep going.
Try the old picture thing... I keep my old driver's license as well as my graduate ID on me. Holy crap sticks, I barely fit in the PICTURE BOX! It's an awful picture, but I also have my new DL and my new work ID, so it's just so awesome to have those reminders. Picture on the mirrors too! I don't do that personally, but I've known people who have and it works as a great motivator. You can say, "wow, look how much that has changed RIGHT there... oh ok, but I still have a bit more over there... no problem!", is it cheesy? sure... effective... damn right it is.
ali2
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We took firm pictures back in November which for me was about 30 pounds ago and the difference in my face is HUGE (no pun intended)...we do advertising in a local magazine here and they are doing a 'profile' of me and using one of those pics, which is horrifying but it will be nice to see the comparion b/t those pictures and the new ones they are letting me get done when I get to my goal weight
Darth Pooh
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We took firm pictures back in November which for me was about 30 pounds ago and the difference in my face is HUGE (no pun intended)...we do advertising in a local magazine here and they are doing a 'profile' of me and using one of those pics, which is horrifying but it will be nice to see the comparion b/t those pictures and the new ones they are letting me get done when I get to my goal weight
Hahah, I am in the same situation you are! I took this years high school picture in October, and here it is March and I weigh at least 35-40 lbs less in the picture. It's awful... I even have this lump on my head (had to have a bone lesion removed in November, so it's pre-surgery). I hate it... but also realize that hey, it's who I used to be, and it could be worse... could have been the same as last years picture
ali2
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Hahah, I am in the same situation you are! I took this years high school picture in October, and here it is March and I weigh at least 35-40 lbs less in the picture. It's awful... I even have this lump on my head (had to have a bone lesion removed in November, so it's pre-surgery). I hate it... but also realize that hey, it's who I used to be, and it could be worse... could have been the same as last years picture
You're right - that could be worse...or I could have gotten fatter...
Today I am wearing pants that are literally hanging off of me - I just got them within the last month and they fit fine
So I look kinda weird, my top is close-fitting and looks great and I am wearing these pants that are doing their best Z-Cavaricci imitation...There is something great about looking at the pics and seeing how far you have come, it is like being reborn or something.
Darth Pooh
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You're right - that could be worse...or I could have gotten fatter...
Today I am wearing pants that are literally hanging off of me - I just got them within the last month and they fit fine
There is something great about looking at the pics and seeing how far you have come, it is like being reborn or something.
I've had close friends and family tell me that they wouldn't have recognized me on the street, actually happened last night, at a supermarket and one of my brother's friends I've known for years... I was in a rush and didn't say hi, but it's like I was in disguise, and I know he saw me, and was going to say something... but didn't know for sure. This is a guy I've hung out with many many times... so he knows the fat Keith for sure. Quite funny... incognito.
I too am having a problem with my "thin" clothes... they are now fat clothes! I wish I had a friend thinner than me to give me clothes, all of my friends are making out like bandits!
ali2
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I haven't had that happen yet, my face is essentially the same but people have looked at my body and noticed...
I have been buying new things a little at a time and always on clearance...the only hard thing is suits, I only have one and a jacket so on weeks where I have multiple court appearances, that is when it is frustrating...
I have no one to give me clothes yet...I am still bigger than my friends but closing the gap
ali2
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So no pictures today...I posted some from the holiday and there really is no point in adding new ones when there is no way I look any different.
However...the suit I am wearing today is ridiculously huge on me...the pants are like sails and the jacket is loose. I look like a little kid wearing my mom's clothing...
That makes me smile even though I look like an ass. I just got this thing.
Ha.
However...the suit I am wearing today is ridiculously huge on me...the pants are like sails and the jacket is loose. I look like a little kid wearing my mom's clothing...
That makes me smile even though I look like an ass. I just got this thing.
Ha.
Darth Pooh
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Ok so I lied...the sweatshirt I am wearing used to be TIGHT on me...haha
These are from tonight...I hate my skin
Ali, you really need to just stare at the differences for a good 5 minutes. Like hard... and then realize, skin should be the least of your problems. You've done such an amazing job and I am floored by your progress... Things can only get better from here. You want it too much to let yourself down.
P.S. Good information to know from that PM. Def have my interest piqued.
Darth Pooh
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BTW, you mentioned in an earlier post that your face looks the same. yeah ok... nice try there. Again, take my advice in the above post... then come back with the improved self-esteem please.
Also, going over my old posts in your thread (I was just reading your progress all over again) and I sound like a dummy most of the time. Ugh, my grammar is the worst and almost impossible to even comprehend.
Also, going over my old posts in your thread (I was just reading your progress all over again) and I sound like a dummy most of the time. Ugh, my grammar is the worst and almost impossible to even comprehend.
ali2
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You most certaintly DO NOT sound like a dummy...now who is being hard on themselves???
You are right, I do want it too much...but when I say I have a hard time seeing it, I do. Can't help it. I see it better through other people.
Darth Pooh
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Yep, took me the better part of 8 months to finally see something for myself. So I can completely relate/understand here. I am sure when you hit that sweet spot with your body... you'll know it and be on here shouting it, as well you should be.
I wasn't trying to be hard on myself there... I mean, I was just rereading some of my grammar and wanted to punch myself in the face. I need to proof read for douchebaggyness... or something.