when other people notice...

[keriann_forgoodthistime]

that you've lost weight, it's the MOST fabulous feeling in the world!!!!!

I'm on a "no-scale challege" for the month. I last weighed in on January 31st and I had lost 8 pounds since I started (January 3rd)...It's been almost 2 weeks that I've NOT been on the scale and it's KILLING me, but I WON'T do it!

Thing is though - I've had TWO different people now tell me that I'm looking much slimmer!!!!! One of my co-workers said she can TOTALLY tell and just now, I was down in the cafeteria getting my hamburger with all the toppings (between two leaves of lettuce - i LOVE the sandwich lady down there!!!) and she looked at me and said, "wow, you are REALLY slimming down!"

that just makes me feel on top of the world. ya know? I just had to share!

[sallyseachange]

I agree Keriann... hearing that is awesome and totally inspiring!
Really happy you had two people notice your hard work!!

[Mrs. Hartzell]

I agree (and started when you did)! My boss told me the other day that she can tell I am getting smaller! It takes just that one to be the first and from there, the comments just keep comming! Yeah!

[mrsdmw]

well, being that i just started the other day...no one has given me any compliments yet (they are sure to come), however, i totally know the feeling and remember the last time i was on atkins, years ago, people were amazed. keep up the good work. i wish i had the willpower that you do to keep away from the scale...i havent gotten to that level yet but i admire you for it. you know...i may just give myself a mini challenge to not weigh for the next 3 days (until monday morning). and then maybe then i might stretch it out till the next monday being scale-less (which will have taken me up to a week) and then see if i can go any longer than that. but, you know what, even if i cant take going longer than once a week, its still better than 2-3 times a day, huh?
until later....
keep on keepin on!

[EverLosing]

GOOD FOR YOU, Keriann!!! It IS nice when someone notices and they really notice it enough to pipe up and say something. My scale isn't moving much right now but I have lost a considerable amount and the comments just keep on coming. They really started when I went down 2 sizes in jeans and I was wearing smaller ones that didn't look like I raided some fat person's closet!! Someone at work who I would never ever expect a comment from stopped me the other day and said, "You've lost weight haven't you?? Like, a lot of weight, haven't you?" This is a young guy who I wouldn't bet knows what day it is....and he noticed. Hmmm, so nice.

I also admire your ability to stay away from the scale. I can't do that right now. I'm too close to ONEderland to miss that progress downward and just over the line. Maybe when I'm down 10 pounds from now I'll stay away for a bit...but right now I feel like I'm at a very pivotal point for me and I sure don't want to miss it!!!

[misplaced southerner]

hi kerianne! i have really enjoyed reading your posts around the board. you're having fun with this aren't you and that will really help keep you motivated.

i am happy for you that you are getting "noticed." that HAS to be motivating to you to keep at it.

i must live amongst strange people (actually, i KNOW that i do!) most of the comments made to ME along my weight loss routine have been more along the lines of "wow, you've lost a lot of weight...are you SURE you are ok?" or..."have you been sick, you look sooooooo (fill in the blank.) many people just don't say a thing. no i am NOT sick and i am quite fine AND healthy. i think that many people just have trouble knowing how to be positive

i am GLAD you've been met with such positive support. take it and RUN! you will be back to your old shape in no time. i love your blog and photos....your dedication is motivating to ME! happy valentine's day and enjoy your dinners out with loved ones.

[Fleur]

Yay! Isn't it great to be noticed for the right reasons!!! I totally get it Keriann, my niece came round the other night and commented on how slim I was - it felt great! She has some weight to lose herself, and I tried to persude her to join me on Atkins, but she is insisting on sticking to a super low cal diet which is leaving her hungry and lethargic.... It's frustrating, because she has seen how it worked for me, but still insists on a plann that is surely going to fail

[blueberrylady]

Yes, it's wonderful to be acknowledged for your accomplishments because it makes it seem all worth while. Congrats on your loss!

[lisau39]

It is such a good feeling to hear folks say how good you look, especially other women.
I congratulate you. Good for you!!!!

(((lisa)))

[Lisa]

What great comments and a boost in your motivation!