"One of my New Year's wishes was to shed some of the weight I had gained during my pregnancy with Little Monster, and so in my attempt to do so, I felt it was harder to hide late night snacking and lack of motivation if I put myself on the line and in the spotlight. Every Friday, I will be sharing my weight loss journey (including my successes and failures), as well as delicious recipes, meal ideas, and exercise suggestions. Join me if you accept the challenge to lose weight and gain a healthier life! (Don't forget to grab my button in the sidebar)"
I am posting this picture of me because I absolutely thought that I was taking a great picture. I felt confident in my outfit that day (new shirt from Kohls and I just am not sure about that belt thing that came with it now that I am looking at it) and I walked the walk to prove it. We were out doing some fun stuff with the kids last weekend and I decided to strike a pose, only to be mortified later on when going back through the snapshots.
LOOK how Big I look!
Please don't tell me that you see nothing wrong with the way I look. You won't convince me!
I honestly don't think that I look thaaaat bad, but I am definitely not happy with my weight. And you might not think I am that big but I grew up a pretty skinny girl (I guess I will have to drag out the photos to show you one week). Having children has left its mark on me over the years. Why is it that some women can have baby after baby and be so slim, even afterwards, and some women blow up like a balloon? IT'S NOT FAIR! *feet stomping on ground like a two year old*
And let me remind you...I am only 5 feet tall! 5 feet and 148 pounds...you do the math!
But seeing that picture did nothing to stop me from eating 5 tacos and going through half a bag of tortilla chips as I ate my way through a bowl of my homemade tomato, avocado, and mango salsa the other night.
I need some major motivation people!
I have tricked myself into believing that if I exercise, then it justifies my eating larger portions. When I started Fat Butt Friday, I knew it was going to be tough for me to lose weight. I have had to lose the weight after each of my children. But, I don't know if it's because I am older now, but I am not shedding this weight like I have before. Then, I get frustrated and...EAT! Not completely unhealthy, but although a banana is healthy, eating 4 at one time can't be good.
I have not lost, but I have not gained any weight lately, and most of my day I feel hungry.
What should I do?
Okay, there...I had my temper tantrum and now I feel better.
If you are currently working to lose weight, I would love to see your "right now" photos. Don't be embarrassed, no one is here to pick or make fun of anyone. I PROMISE!
If you would like to be featured on Fat Butt Friday for your weight loss successes, please email me at moore8usa(at)yahoo(dot)com. I would love to share your inspiring story with other readers.
