OK, the most AMAZING thing happened to me the other day!!!! In a million years I never thought anyone would say this to me!!! And it means even more because it came from a women. I told my boyfriend about it when I got home and he didn’t think it was a big deal. (He has never been obese). I just knew you all will get this and truly understand what it means to a former obese person, when they hear something like this!
First of all I have learned to love my body! It is not perfect by any means I am almost 50, (it is not supposed to be perfect) but even with the imperfections I love my body.….however, my thighs are the part of my body that I wish were better….I always envy women with pretty legs…. And I have been working so hard on mine…..
Understand I was 400 lbs…… and overweight all my life. I carried my weight like a pear…my thighs were huge (as big as some people's waist)….and even with the redundant skin removed…they still were a little saggy….
Well, I was out doing my 4 mile walk/run. Dressed in running shorts and a sport’s top. I past this young lady (she was probably in her late 20’s, really cute…petite girl). I said to her as I past, “I like your T-shirt”! She said to me, “I like your thighs”! I said, “Thank you” and….Oh my gosh….I almost fell in the road in front of on coming traffic!!!!
In my wildest dreams I NEVER thought I would EVER, EVER hear anyone say that! She had no idea what those words meant to me! I would have taken those words over a diamond ring! LOL
I just couldn’t believe it…I almost skipped home!!!! Cars passing probably thought.....who is this crazy lady walking down the street with such a big smile on her face!!!! IT WAS AWESOME!!!!
So, you see when we give compliments to people, especially strangers…we have no idea how good it might make them feel!
What are some of the things you are hearing that are blowing your mind!!!!
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
URGE CONGRESS TO ADDRESS THE OBESITY EPIDEMIC IN HEALTHCARE REFORM!!!
Whether you are beginning to address your weight issues, been fighting the battle for a long-time, need to lose 20 pounds or 200 pounds, pre-weight loss Surgery or post-weight loss surgery, YOUR VOICE NEEDS TO BE HEARD!
Urge Congress to Address the Obesity Epidemic in the Healthcare Reform. It is easy to do. Go to www.obesityaction.org Click on call-to-Action put your zip code in and your elected officials will appear. You can use the prepared letter and add your story then e-mail. Or write your own letter and e-mail. It is as simple as that.
The mission of the OAC is to elevate and empower those affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support.
They are a National non profit organization dedicated to giving a voice to those affected by obesity. The OAC was formed to build a nationwide coalition of patients (many who are facing the often life-long struggle with obesity) to become active advocates and spread the important message of the need for obesity education.
It is up to us to let our elected officials know how important this is to us and our loved ones. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
I hope you decide to help!
Much love,
Ginger
Urge Congress to Address the Obesity Epidemic in the Healthcare Reform. It is easy to do. Go to www.obesityaction.org Click on call-to-Action put your zip code in and your elected officials will appear. You can use the prepared letter and add your story then e-mail. Or write your own letter and e-mail. It is as simple as that.
The mission of the OAC is to elevate and empower those affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support.
They are a National non profit organization dedicated to giving a voice to those affected by obesity. The OAC was formed to build a nationwide coalition of patients (many who are facing the often life-long struggle with obesity) to become active advocates and spread the important message of the need for obesity education.
It is up to us to let our elected officials know how important this is to us and our loved ones. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
I hope you decide to help!
Much love,
Ginger
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Sometimes the "Fat Girl" comes out!
OK, I have been this weight for sometime now. I am very outgoing, confident, happy, secure and self assured, But occasionally the "Fat Girl" comes out! She is the insecure, girl that feels like no one loves her and she doesn't deserve to be loved. Do you remember that person?
For no reason at all, she will start putting 2 and 2 together and think it equals 4. But in reality it doesn't. I can't really explain why I do this, except I am thinking and reacting like "The Fat Girl". In the past she showed up often, it has been a long time since she has come around. I truly hope she will disappear completely. I guess this will just take time. When she comes around I need to tell her to go back where she came from and never to return and not listen to her insecurities.
Thank goodness I have a very understanding Boyfriend who loves me very much and when I allow the "Fat Girl" to come out he assures me I am coming to the wrong conclusions and after I think about it he is right.
It is funny, people think, you lose the weight and life is perfect! They don't realize it is about more than the weight we have to battle. But we take one day at a time and yes things do get better....and yes life is better without carrying the excess weight.
We need to all remember we WLS individuals need each other....because no one really gets us like we get each other.
Much Love,
Ginger
For no reason at all, she will start putting 2 and 2 together and think it equals 4. But in reality it doesn't. I can't really explain why I do this, except I am thinking and reacting like "The Fat Girl". In the past she showed up often, it has been a long time since she has come around. I truly hope she will disappear completely. I guess this will just take time. When she comes around I need to tell her to go back where she came from and never to return and not listen to her insecurities.
Thank goodness I have a very understanding Boyfriend who loves me very much and when I allow the "Fat Girl" to come out he assures me I am coming to the wrong conclusions and after I think about it he is right.
It is funny, people think, you lose the weight and life is perfect! They don't realize it is about more than the weight we have to battle. But we take one day at a time and yes things do get better....and yes life is better without carrying the excess weight.
We need to all remember we WLS individuals need each other....because no one really gets us like we get each other.
Much Love,
Ginger
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