RaeB
Full Member
I know we've discussed this previously but here is my story. A couple of years ago, I managed to get to goal with lighter life. I was barely touching the top BMI (I carry my weight well!) and was a healthy looking size 12.
So back again (but that's another story) and have lost c.21lbs since 1 Jan. Friend tells me on Friday that I look good now, shouldn't lose any more and that last time I looked 'gaunt'...and my OH confirms that yes I did indeed look gaunt. WTF! I was still teetering on being overweight and it's not like I dropped to a size 8. I no longer had a melon face folks, those were probably cheekbones that you spotted!
But it just goes to show how people see you and get used to you the way you are. Anyhow, being a 14/16 now, I have more to go and will run the risk of more negative comments. Anyone who met me for the first time wouldn't criticise so that is what I will concentrate on. I do remember a slight 'turkey' neck though, but I guess I'll have to live with it.
And yes, friend does want to lose a stone!
So back again (but that's another story) and have lost c.21lbs since 1 Jan. Friend tells me on Friday that I look good now, shouldn't lose any more and that last time I looked 'gaunt'...and my OH confirms that yes I did indeed look gaunt. WTF! I was still teetering on being overweight and it's not like I dropped to a size 8. I no longer had a melon face folks, those were probably cheekbones that you spotted!
But it just goes to show how people see you and get used to you the way you are. Anyhow, being a 14/16 now, I have more to go and will run the risk of more negative comments. Anyone who met me for the first time wouldn't criticise so that is what I will concentrate on. I do remember a slight 'turkey' neck though, but I guess I'll have to live with it.
And yes, friend does want to lose a stone!