someone always puts you down

[MalteseChihuahua]

WOW! Congratulations girl!

Not sure what you mean by "Dork" though. You are a beautiful woman! For you to see it, maybe a few wardrobe changes might help or a new hair style. People will be more apt to positively reinforce you when it shows you are proud of yourself. You have a right to be proud of yourself.

As for your "so called" friend... Well, some friends come into our lives for a while and then they move on having served their purpose/destiny. In some cases, we move on. That's as it should be. We should all grow in our lives and have a right to seek the same positive reinforcement we ourselves offer to others. Some "friends" wear out their welcome. You can understand them and even love them. It does not mean you have to let them detract from your joy. Keep doing what is good for you... you are the only person in all your life you will be able to depend on forever; treat her the best of all! There are those forever and for always friends too...stick with those.

Sincerely,
Trish

[moosmom]

WOW!!! You look fabulous, Kim!!! Keep up the great work.

Diets like one your friend is on don't work. You're hungry and cranky cuz you're hungry. I've always believed in Weight Watchers. It shows people how to eat right. There's no deprivation. You can eat what you want, just keep track of it.

I think you're doing a fabulous job, Kim. Don't let her attitude get you down.

[pomtzu]

Wow - what a difference. You now have definition to your face, and one chin instead of two. Obviously what you're doing is working for you, so stay with it and ignore the naysayers. You'll have the last laugh when they go off their miracle diets and gain all the weight back - and then some too. And I can't believe that your mother didn't acknowledge the difference!!! Maybe she needs her glasses changed????

And not to hijack, but my son who had the lap band 6 months ago, has shed 78 pounds. Even his doctor is amazed. He can see his feet again - and he looks and feels wonderful. He wants to lose another 5 or 10, and then he'll be at the weight he should be.

So congratulations, and keep up the great work.

[smokey the elder]

Your friend's diet is not sustainable. The latest wisdom in weight control (such as it is) is portion control and most importantly, being aware of when, what and how much you eat. Good luck!

[Taz_Zoee]

First of all............WOW! You look GREAT!!
Second, as someone stated....everyone is different. One diet might work great for one person but not work at all for someone else. You just have to find what's right for you. And obviously you found it!!
I am still searching for mine. Although I'm not trying very hard. We signed up for a gym that opens this Sunday, so hopefully things will change for me too.

Keep up the good work Kim, and don't let others bring you down with them.

[Catty1]

Kim you look great! Wow!

Others may put us down, but we don't have to stay there. Get back up on those healthy wonderful feet and enjoy life!

[kaycountrygal]

I just saw your photos. Yes, I can definitely see a difference. Probably the reason your mother didnt notice is because she sees you often. Is that right? Many many years ago I lost 60 lbs (I was huge) before anybody at work noticed. (One time I lost 140 lbs & I've lost 50-70 several times) I did not mention that I was trying to lose weight because I knew all the skinny gals would be telling me how to do it so I just kept quiet. Then one day someone noticed. You keep it up Girl and dont worry who notices or who doesnt. One day they will all see the difference. Even if they dont, just do it for YOURSELF.