Long story short: 7 years ago I got married and was 106 lbs. I am now 130 lbs. and I have a very small frame. I had been skinny all my life (good skinny). People don't recognize me now or think I'm pregnant.

I went out with a friend this weekend that is in the same predicament but worse: Since she got married she gained at least 60 lbs. I love her but felt so bad when we went to breakfast and she filled up a HUGE plate and ate every last crumb. She's given up.

I love my friend but I don't want to get like that. She can't afford new outfits so she's just busting out of her clothes. I, as well, need to get new clothes every season. I'm tired of it. I'm tired of being tired, I'm tired of overeating (my downfall, not eating bad. I actually eat quite well but just eat too much). I'm tired of spending money on clothes. And I'm tired of looking older than I am! I was once the 'little blonde'. Now I'm the chunky blonde.

I've done WW once a year for 7 years, the first time I did it I lost 12 lbs. but it took me 6 mos. to do it. No one noticed. I didn't even notice, but now I look at pictures of myself and realize how Good I really did look!

So my plan is watch calories, exercise 3x week, and yoga. Wish me luck. I just want life to be normal again!

Good luck! You made some great realizations and sounds like you have your head in the right place.

-Lucky

Good Luck- you can do it! Maybe you can talk to your friend about maybe going on walks together- you can spend some needed girl time and lose some weight together!

Good luck! And good for you!

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Good lcuk to you! Only you know where you're the healthiest, and what weight will suit you best! I have gained about 30 pounds since marriage and two kids, so I understand!! I struggle as well, and though I hate to see anyone else in this situation, it helps to know that we're all out there supporting each other!!! You CAN do it!

Good for you! Good luck

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I was right there with you. After 10 years of marriage and 2 kids, I found myself 20 pounds heavier than I was when we married. I finally said enough is enough and I have been working my tail off trying to lose it. So far I am 12 pounds down and only have 8 to go! People are starting to notice and I feel much better about my appearance already. Good luck and check in with us if you feel like it. We check in on Fridays and I have to say this is a big help to me. I like being able to post what I lost that week!