The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[mellowmom]

Went golfing this morning with oldest son. It was only 9 holes at a local public course. there are a couple of little "valleys" that you need to get across, and because I have had problems with my knees, especially when going downhill, we've been taking a motorized cart. ><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/18/18_12_5.gif' border=0>


(At least that's what I've been telling my son...truth is, I don't think I could have made it UP the hill without going on oxygen.)

Well, today the cart broke down at the 7th hole. Tried calling the clubhouse to send a replacement, but they wouldn't answer so.... we grabbed our clubs and completed the last 3 holes on foot.

I know that doesn't sound like much, but this was the first time I've been able to walk up and down the 9th hole chasm ever, let alone lugging my clubs with me. Plus I beat my son... <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/12/12_1_28.gif' border=0>

I guess being as overweight as I am, I don't truly understand how significant a 35+ weight loss is. Part of the problem is that when I look in a mirror I don't see it, with the possible exception of looking a little thinner in my face, and of course, my clothes are a lot looser. But yesterday I went shopping at the pet store for some kitty litter. <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/16/16_1_20.gif' border=0>And as I pulled a 25 pound bag off the shelf it suddenly hit me. Wow!...that's a lot of weight. <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/23/23_22_9.gif' border=0> (especially when it falls on your foot!!! ) <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/23/23_13_9.gif' border=0>

As someone metioned in an earlier post. I think it's a great idea to go to the store and literally pick up some products to "feel" how much weight you've lost already. <img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/7/7_18_1.gif' border=0>

Whether it's five pounds or 50, to actually hold that much weight in your hands really helps us to understand what we've accomplished and also how much more we have to go.

[Ct. Yankee]

Hi, Mom

I think that you are doing spectacular on the program. Congratulations to you! And, for making it through the last three holes on foot!!!

Remember Oprah, when she pulled on stage a wagon of fat, signifying her weight loss? Well, I think that going into stores and lifting products to let us feel what we have lost, is a much more pleasing visual, don't ya think?!!! What a great idea and I think that I will start lifting a bag of Casey's dogfood as soon as I get to 25lbs! Thanks for your inspiring post!

Joan

[falisamarie]

Great Job MM! That must have felt wonderful. You are doing great and I thought today of the Oprah show with the wagon full of fat and wondered how much fat it would be to make up the 80 I have lost.

Lisa

[PJinCali]

Great Job MM!!!

It must have made you feel great to walk those three holes with your son. I use that excuse with my offspring as well (my knees or my back) when the truth is I might just need to sit down before we reach our destination.

Thanks for the inspiration,

[dede4wd]

Hi Carmel,
Great job on the last 3 holes! I'm so thrilled you made that walk!

I totally understand your visual comparison with the dog food bag. Sorry about your foot!

For every 5lbs I lose, I get a 5lb bag of sugar. I put it in a corner for a visual of what I've lost...If I need a REAL visual, I put them in a backpack and carry them around...that works!

DeDe

[Arklahoma]

MellowMom ~ IMHO, experiences like this are what makes MF worthwhile ... just being able to live your life and do things that you want to do. Your story is truly motivational and I'm so pleased that you shared with us.