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Eight months, 53.5 pounds gone. What this means:

I started NS eight months ago on October 17, 2008.  I have lost 53.5 pounds to date and expect to lose another 30 or so.  Here's what losing 53.5 pounds means to me in REAL LIFE VALUE:

  • The ability to move easily.
  • The ability to fit into smaller clothes - and pack fewer suitcases when I travel!
  • New, amazing friends I will have long after this journey is completed.
  • Renewed interest in toning my muscles.
  • I stopped using my son to fetch things for my lazy self.
  • I want to take the dog for his walks - and they are long!
  • I enjoy wearing color again.
  • I make healthy grocery and restaurant choices all the time.
  • I don't feel fat everywhere I go.
  • Although I didn't have health issues, I feel confident that I am even healthier now...and I want to stay that way.
  • My husband got on board and became a stellar example of successful weight loss and fitness...and I don't hate him!
  • I feel confident I can make it to goal - even though at 6.6 pounds per month it may take another 5-6 months.  I am OK with that.

If you are new to NS, KNOW that following this program will make you successful.  If you've been at it a long time like me, know that sticking with it is going to change your future and just keep pluggin' away.

This is just fantastic and I am glad we have it in common!

Peace and joy ~ Shannon

 

Published Wednesday, June 17, 2009 03:04 PM by HunBo
spoyld said:
That is so great Shannon. Such a strong commitment you have made and it shows in your success so far.

Keep up the great work!

Suzanne
June 17, 2009 03:27 PM EST
watkinsk01 said:
Thank you for posting this. What a great motivation for those of us who are just starting out on this journey. This is what we have to look forward too.

Congratulations on the weight loss so far - that is truly amazing.
June 17, 2009 03:33 PM EST
invision303 said:
HOLY! That is amazing. You are an inspiration for me to push, push, push. Congrats!!!
June 17, 2009 03:34 PM EST
tobewankanobe said:
One of my favorite "Shannon moments" was when you bought the red dress....you were so excited and proud!!!

You make us all want to be better, and give us a real-life example every, single day. You know how wonderful you are, right???

Loads of Love, my friend!
June 17, 2009 03:35 PM EST
mkhagen13 said:
Great thoughts. Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us.

You already have the thin mindset, your body is just working on catching up!!

You go GIRL!!
June 17, 2009 03:41 PM EST
cavanlass said:
53.5 lbs gone forever. What a number. What an accomplishment. You must look WONDERFULLLLLLLLLLLLL.
June 17, 2009 04:22 PM EST
cemclemore1 said:
Hea Shannon, You hit it right on the head. PLUS, I think I am a much better and kinder person now that I have lost weight and have become healthier.

Good on you,

Chester in the Desert
June 17, 2009 04:38 PM EST
Phildo said:
You're a very wise woman and I'm sooo happy that you've had such a great experience... You motivate me towards striving to be better... Thank you for all your support...
June 17, 2009 04:38 PM EST
Annessadav said:
thank you for the insporation, I really needed it today!
June 17, 2009 04:47 PM EST
hoodiesmom said:
Shannon...you are amazing! BTW...thanks for NOT posting shoes! ;)
June 17, 2009 04:48 PM EST
bounteous1 said:
Ahhh, now THERE'S one thing I enjoy now that I didn't before, and I've already gotten used to it enough that I forgot until you mentioned it...
...COLORS!! Yes, no more wardrobe of blue, black, brown and hunter green, or any other variation on "almost black with a touch of color thrown in".

Know what else I wear now that I couldn't...or WOULDN'T, wear before NS? SHORT SLEEVES!! I am no longer ashamed of my "retired linebacker" arms, because they no longer exist :o)
June 17, 2009 05:16 PM EST
RosannaItaliana said:
I love your list and I can relate to most of it. The exceptions are that I used to send my daughter to run and fetch for me. My husband has been on board with my weight loss and very helpful taking care of himself and encouraging me, but he has always been way thin. (I do hate him sometimes for that, LOL!) Now, white is my new black. It's been so long since I've felt comfortable wearing white but I love it now against my soon to be tanned skin.

I am so glad to be part of you network of friends.

Rose

You are so kind to point all that out. Sometimes, we tend to get into ruts when the weight doesn't keep coming off and it is good to remember the wonderful things that we have accomplished since we started.
June 17, 2009 07:33 PM EST
Neighborly-Neal said:
You continue to be amazing on top of being so lovely!
June 17, 2009 08:54 PM EST
circlechic said:
Thanks for so generously and candidly sharing your NS journey with the rest of us...wishing you continued success and much joy in your ongoing adventure.

Peace -

Dahna
June 17, 2009 09:02 PM EST
Kathedgspeth said:
Great job! You started on my birthday. I started on 5/05/09 and I've lost 15 lbs.
June 17, 2009 10:05 PM EST
stantina said:
Congrats on all that loss. Your blogs keep me and many others inspired and motivated all the time. Keep up the good work. tina
June 17, 2009 10:33 PM EST
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