Mirror Unkindness

Even with losing seven pounds, the store mirrors are still never kind. I went shopping at Target today to get some "work clothes" since I start my new job tomorrow and it ended up being depressing.  Of course, it didn't really help that my sister (who is like 10-15 pounds lighter than me and which a much smaller chest) was trying on clothes too and looked like 100% better in everything than me.  I know I shouldn't compare with her, because I'm just not there yet, but it's still really hard.  I want to look good in clothes, and have fun finding that perfect outfit...not stare at myself from every angle and wish for something to look good on me. 

And, while we were in the dressing room, she kept saying, "Don't worry about it Kristi, you'll get there!" But, everyone's always said that too me and I've still never "gotten there!"  I know I'm making a change now, and I'm struggling, but working hard.  I know it will all be worth it, but it's such a long, hard journey.  Hopefully I'll find some encouragement soon...I need it!

Welcome!

Welcome to EP.  Just know that there are people.... like me.... who would love to be where you are.  We are the same height and you are 7 pounds over my goal.  I can't wait for that!  I can't wait to be that close.  And I'm sure there is somebody out there who wants to be my size.  It's all about perception.  And realizing that we have to be happy with ourselves where we are.  That doesn't mean we don't want to improve.  Anyway, good luck on your journey!

you are actually lucky!

You are actually lucky that you are actually that tall.  I wish I was that tall, I am only 4'9' (actually I thought I was 4'11" but my doctor proved me wrong--anyways) and the more I weigh, the more it definitely shows where I am packing it all in!  And when I would try and shop for clothes, yeah, it would depress me, too but like I said you are actually lucky to be that tall because it is rare to find clothes for "short" and "wide" people like me!!! I think you'll do just fine and good luck!

Thank you!

Thank you for all the encouragement, I really appreciate it!