The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[rodeomom]

What an inspiration reading journals gives me. When I see everyone's struggles and triumphs it sure helps me get over the little hurdles.

Thanks

[BerkshireGrl]

Diana,

Thanks for dropping by my journal before I've been reading through yours, and it's wonderful to see your success... and to see you and Mike banter back and forth. You are sure a wonderful couple!

Thank you both for all the joy and love you bring this board It's much appreciated!

p.s. Congrats on the hotness! Woo!

[Sojourner]

Hey Pretty Lady!
I hope you and Mike are okay after tonight's rockin' and a-rollin'...

[Diana]

Thanks, SoJo -- all fine! Was interesting, though. Hope you and yours were ok, too. We had some retrofitting and foundation repairs done a few years back. There was a real danger that the house could have come down in "the next big one" had we not. Don't know if that October one qualified as "coulda been da one," but, as MasterCard says, "Piece of mind: Priceless."

Hi, guys. Hugs all 'round! I feel like I've been gone forever!

I know this is a journal, but really they're more like personal bulletin boards on here, huh?

I've missed you all, and I'm very grateful for my hunkahunkaburlyman who keeps me posted (pun completely intended). I still haven't met Ovary Chick, but I'm looking forward to!

The fall's been a bit tough. I started both jobs on Nov 3rd. However, since my migraines immediately increased to 3 or 4 a week, I went back to both bosses and said something's gotta give. Whoever scrambles the fastest, keeps me in January.

I was out in Brentwood today working with Toni, the owner of Jazzed Esspresso Cafe. We're going to have seminars and support session there every other Saturday starting December 15th. She's even modifying two of her salads to fit the L&G parameters for us in two sizes (full and 1/2 L&G). She and her staff are all set up to help MFers out that way and will gladly blend shakes with coffee/espresso for a latte alternative. I LOVE this business!!

On the way home, I stopped by Burlington Coat Factory -- I'm in search of a brown jacket but not willing to shell out for Cold Water Creek since I'm still losing and an epiphany hit me: my self-image has indeed changed. I have figured out that 1X things really are too big and I need to stick with XL (not quite L, but getting close!!). Consequently, after I finished meandering through the shoes (who can help it? they're right outside the bathroom which is a Medifasters first and last mandatory stop in every store so equipped), I headed for MISSES, not PLUS. I gazed across the aisle -- couldn't see any brown jackets there, anyway.

Here's the irony: I had stopped shopping at Burlington Coat Factory for clothes a long, long time ago because NOTHING fit! I needed an Omar the Tent Maker's size 4X. I shudder to think what that would have been in real life numbers (since a 14 is an 18 in rl, it's probably at least equivalent to a 5X).

It just astounds me that not only can I shop just about anywhere I want, I'm not the largest size in the store. But the confidence I have walking in KNOWING that not only will I be able to find SOMETHING, but I'll get to CHOOSE is huge. I had this epiphany last fall when I was searching for sweaters to take to Sundance. But now it's becoming my identity.

To end the shopping story, I didn't find just the right brown jacket, but I did come home with two brown sweaters (a pullover with a turtle neck and a cardigan with big buttons).

And any local folks who want to join us for a cup o' joe and/or a Greek salad or a croutonless chicken caesar some Saturday morning, y'all come on down! We'll be at Jazzed Espresso Cafe in Brentwood December 15th and 29th, and the first and third Saturdays of each month in 2008, from 9:00 to 12:00 (9--Business Seminar, 10--Take Shape for Life Seminar, 11--Swap and Support Luncheon).

And simply because I haven't mentioned it, I'm married to the most amazing husband and am definitely the most incredibly spoiled bride in all of matrimonial history!! MIKE

[CGal67]

Awwwww, that is really such a cool story! I was reading it and smiling for you!! I'm not sure I realized Mike's wife was on the site...*I'm still a newbie* but anyway it sounds like you had one great Epiphany!! I can only be jealous for not having a husband yet...but I hope I get one as great as Mike sounds!
CONGRATS!

[Mike]

Yep... that's my wifey....
If anybody hasn't seen her journey... you can now.... http://www.makemethinner.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7079

[bikipatra]

What's weird is even though I KNOW I can wear anything I want and shop at virtually any store at the mall, I haven't. My mall trip used to consist of two stops-2nd floor Sephora and 3rd floor Lane Bryant. I did 700 dollars or so worth of damage on Ebay of BCBG and cashmere sweaters so I have a fall/winter wardrobe but I still haven't really shopped except at Macy's and Victoria's Secret. I think I am afraid of being overwhelmed.

[MerryMary]

Di, you are an amazing example and inspiration! I am so impressed that with all else you have going on in your life you have taken your business to such a wonderful motivational level for others!

I am so happy you are experiencing the joy and fruits of your hard work when shopping! Buying smaller and smaller sizes CAN be addictive though! Keep up the excellent work!

Blessings to you and Mike!

[Mike]

I am so happy you are experiencing the joy and fruits of your hard work when shopping! Buying smaller and smaller sizes CAN be addictive though! Keep up the excellent work!

Blessings to you and Mike!

Thanks Mary. You have done a fabulous job yourself. Speaking of shopping... on my end its also become a struggle. I used to shop at Casual Male and Rochester because I had to. Now I shop pretty much anywhere (although many places don't quite carry my pants size just yet). My closet is full and I keep wanting more.

Di is going shopping with SharonR today (should I be worried? )... I'll be exhibiting at a Holiday Boutique at our church.

[Signladytf]

Ahh, Casual Male. We know all about that store...... good clothes, pricey for what you get--however, to quote The Rock in the movie, Gridiron Gang, "That's a lot of fabric."

I love Diana's "Omar" reference. I refer to it as the "Tent and Awning Company." Clint's view of the old 'Big and Tall' stores are "Fat and Lengthy."

The stuff we say to make our obesity a "light" topic (no pun intended).

[Joy]

Happy Holidays
joy

[ChynnaDoll]

I just told our husband he's lookin' mighty good these days but GIRL..just look at YOU!!!!!!!...you look GORRRRRRGEOUS

Thank you for the sweet words Diana. This board is jumping since i've been gone..LOL!!

You and Mike have a very nice holiday too!!!

Love'ya
Chynna~

[lifelovinaries]

Happy New Year Di!!! <img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_6_43.gif" alt="SmileyCentral.com" border="0">

[bikipatra]

Happy New Year, Di!

[Diana]

Thanks, all!!

Here's to a fantastic 2008! I'm DEFINITELY getting to goal and transitioning to maintenance. To quote SharonR "This is MY year!" Although it doesn't have quite the same impact and consequence as it does for her.

I'm grateful to Mike for keeping me updated on all of you. Forgive my long absences - but I'm not really absent, just vicarious.