Several of you have asked to see some photos of my body-in-progress as I’m journeying along to my new self.
I haven’t been all that diligent about taking pictures of myself on a regular basis. I think I am so used to NOT wanting pictures of me that I have just completely forgotten to.
But last week, while I was at Mom’s, I knew I just HAD to have a picture…
You see, Mom found a dress that I last wore when I attended a friend’s wedding – ten years ago. I was just a few weeks pregnant with Big Girl at the time (although I didn’t know it yet) and I think that was the last time I was even remotely “skinny.”
So, just for fun, I tried on the dress last Saturday night. Imagine my surprise when it actually FIT!! WOW!
Not the most flattering picture in terms of my hair/face (I was hot & tired) but I am so happy about the BODY part that I don’t really care. :-)
This is the night before surgery:
And five months later:
I still have a ways to go, but it sure feels nice to see some progress.
WAY to GO LOIS!!!!!!!! YOu look amazing!!!!!
Posted by: christa elzey | 18 July 2010 at 10:40 AM
Oh Wow Lois! You look so pretty in that photo. The dress is lovely and I'm sure you were delighted to fit in it again (must be almost like having a brand new dress!). You may have been tired and hot, but your face looks very pretty in the photo and it's obvious how much slimmer you are than 5 months ago.
Great photo - well done on the weight-loss!
Posted by: Lizzie | 19 July 2010 at 04:55 AM
Thanks, Ladies! It WAS pretty cool to find out I fit into the dress! Next, I want to try to fit into my "going away" dress from my wedding.
Posted by: Lois Houston | 19 July 2010 at 08:48 AM
Congratulations, Lois... I would also like to present you with an award for your blog. Please visit my site www.homemakershelper.wordpress.com. Feel free to leave me so tips to how you got so svelte!
Posted by: Aly | 19 July 2010 at 12:37 PM
Thanks for the award, Aly! Heading over now to check it out.
Posted by: Lois Houston | 20 July 2010 at 05:17 PM
Lois!! You look amazing! You have always been beautiful but WOW!! I am so proud of you. Keep up the great work! :)
Posted by: Kris-Ann | 21 July 2010 at 09:52 AM
Thanks! :-) When are we going to do lunch again? After the kids are in school?
Posted by: Lois Houston | 21 July 2010 at 10:51 AM
WOW girl! Look at you! You look beautiful in that dress and great job!!
Posted by: Lindsay @ Just My Blog | 27 July 2010 at 02:20 PM
Thanks! :-)
Posted by: Lois Houston | 27 July 2010 at 02:31 PM