Before and... during (not AFTER just yet)

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.

 

Comments

[christa elzey]

WAY to GO LOIS!!!!!!!! YOu look amazing!!!!!

[Lizzie]

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!

[Lois Houston]

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.

[Aly]

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!

[Lois Houston]

Thanks for the award, Aly! Heading over now to check it out.

[Kris-Ann]

Lois!! You look amazing! You have always been beautiful but WOW!! I am so proud of you. Keep up the great work! :)

[Lois Houston]

Thanks! :-) When are we going to do lunch again? After the kids are in school?

[Lindsay @ Just My Blog]

WOW girl! Look at you! You look beautiful in that dress and great job!!

[Lois Houston]

Thanks! :-)