Friday, February 13, 2004

Broke 300 - Got a New Do

Since we had to go to the mall for Valentine's Day gifts, we decided to weigh in a day early because our schedule tomorrow is pretty well booked.  I weighed in at 300lbs and 4 oz, which is 1lb and 3oz less than when I weighed in in Wednesday.  Good news, but I was a little bummed out that I hadn't broken through the 300 barrier. 

After walking around the mall, I decided I'd weigh in again.. maybe, just maybe, I'd have lost 5oz.  I weighed in at 300lbs and 0 ozs.  More walking, some exchanging of gifts and on the way to dinner I weighed in AGAIN (I was on a mission, can you tell?) at this time it finally paid off - 299lbs and 7 ozs, which is a total of 6lbs and 8oz for Blast Off Week.  That means I DID IT!!!!!  I broke it and I'm never going back. 

To celebrate this 51 lb loss I went - for the first time ever - to a high dollar salon in the mall and put my fate in the hands of a stylist to give me a new look.  I was deliberating earlier in the week about finally cut my long hair.  I got an email from one of my weight loss buddies Cathy who said she was going to cut her hair and donate to Locks of Love, an organization that makes hair replacements for kids suffering from medical hair loss.  It was like a nudge from a higher power.  That was all I needed - I was able to say goodbye to the long hair I've worn for the last 17 years.  

I really do feel like a new person.  Thanks to everyone who stays with me along my journey, I appreciate each and every one of you. 

Today I had some non scale victories as well - we went to El Chico for dinner and I ate only half my dinner and didn't order dessert.  My indulgence was lemonade.  I didn't even have a sopapilla.  Also I stopped eating when I was comfortable.  I wasn't hungry anymore, but I wasn't full.  It was a good feeling.

Happy Valentine's Day, may it be a healthy and happy one for everybody. 

 

26 comments:

Anonymous said...

Heeeeeeey Lady! :o)

You go, girrrrrrrrrl, with your New Do! I like it! And congrats on breaking the 300 mark! I know how important it is to accomplish each goal we set for ourselves. I'm working on a few of my own and you are such a HUGE inspiration for me. Thank you for that. Keep doin' ya thang, girl and you'll be there before you know it.

Anonymous said...

*I had to continue my comments - 500 character limit*

Keep up the GREAT work. I'm cheering for you. Yep, I'm you're personal cheerleader! *grins*

Lots of hugz and best wishes for continued success.

Lynne

P.S. - Thanks for the e-mail. It was such a pleasant surprise. Oh, and if you manage to get by my place, please feel FREE to leave comments. I'd love to hear from you and know that you had dropped by.


http://balance.divaflava.com

Anonymous said...

Ginger you look soooooooooooooooooo BEAUTIFUL with your new hair style and your smile simply SHINES! WoW, is all I can seem to say.
Congratulations!
Smilin Mon

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! I like your new cut. It's YOU!
Happy Valentine's Day, too.

Hans

Anonymous said...

Ginger! It's so totally you!!! I love it! Great work for the week, you are doing so well, keep it up!

Anonymous said...

You're doing a terrific job. The new haircut looks great!!! I've lost 30lbs on the Curves diet and exercise plan so I'm in there with you. Keep up the good work!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Love your new look! You go girllllll!
Happy Valentines Day...
Katie

Anonymous said...

You must be so proud, and well you should be. It sounds as if you're on a wonderful journey. Enjoy, God Bless and don't get discouraged. You're going to make it!

Anonymous said...

I am very happy for you that you broke 300!! WAY TO GO!!! And you're looking as great on the outside as you must feel on the inside with your new do! Thanks for inspiring me PLEASE keep writing!

Anonymous said...

WOW, your new hair cut makes you look a 100% better!! With the long hair, you looked like a tired old woman. That haircut sure looks nice.
Sincerely,
L

Anonymous said...

Hello,

I have never been on this link or seen any of these entrys....but I happened along your journal entry and I have to say that from one stranger to another....I am proud of you! I love the new doo! ;) Keep it up and your determination and spirit will get you to your ultimate goal! Have a great V-day and show off your new look!

DB

Anonymous said...

Way to go on the weight loss.......and just think, not only does the new doo look great on you, but it's bound to have added to your weight loss as well!!! Just wanted to say that I too am on a loooooongg weight loss journey, but actually doing pretty well at it so far. I too am from Texas, 34 years old and a mom of two kido's and a wife.
Would love to maybe become e mail pal's if you wanna.....so if so let me know. Otherwise keep up the wonderful work!!! Happy V Day!

Anonymous said...

Happy Valentine's Day from Florida!!
I just discovered your "adventure entries"!!! What an inspiration you are, I'm mentally "weighing" whether or not to join the journey with you:) Regardless of whether I do or not, I just wanted to say, you touched my life in a beautiful way today. May God continue to bless you as you bless others with your faithful efforts in your journey to extra special you!!!!!!!!
Keep the reports coming,
graceofboca@aol.com

Anonymous said...

keep up the love for yourself you are loved .... we are all children learning.honesty. openmindedness and willingness are the keys to hope and wellness ..happy valentines and remember you are beautiful we are all beautiful children of god.. ken from buffalo

Anonymous said...

You GO, Girl! Kudos for your new life style and the loosening grip of food in your routines. I vividly remember my former food focus: while eating one meal, I was already thinking about the menu for the next. Congratulations on breaking 300. I'm certain you already feel more fit from your weight loss, and, obviously, you are headed for victory. I celebrate your dedication, patience and persistence. Keep up the good work and your inspiration to so many others. Sincerely, Valerie

Anonymous said...

Congtratulations on your Journey I just wished I could begin mine. I had started a diet at the first but in the last week I have had a lot of changes in my life. One I have been sick, two I think I am pregnant, three my diet partner moved away. But as soon as I am better and for sure not pregnant on my way back to the harsh credits of my diet. Until then I am still just going healty and strong on it spite minor cravings. Good Luck and Keep it up. DICEYPAULINE

Anonymous said...

Hi , I am so happy for you keep up the good work. I desperately need to lose weight I have tryed all types of diet but I go right back to my old habits , Please if their is anyone out there who would like to help me give some advise please email me at esharon26@aol.com. I think I need motivation to start again and stick with it .Help

Anonymous said...

What an inspiration you are to everyone! I must say that you are truly amazing, and I hope that you always remember that. When you stumble on a difficult day, I hope that you go back to these comments and get encouragement from those who you've encouraged. God is using you in an amazing way to touch others' lives. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Keep up the great work.

Anonymous said...

I just wanted to congratulate you and say that your haircut looks wonderful! You really have something to be proud of and have such an outgoing personality and good outlook. I should be as confident and determined as you are. You have inspired me. Best of luck in your continued weight loss. P.A.

Anonymous said...

You are doing AWESOME!! This is a challenge you can & will succeed at! Keep setting small goals and reward yourself often!
Keep it up you WILL do it!
Wishing you all the best!

Anonymous said...

Hi! stumbled on your journal & being totally obsessive, I spent hours reading it all!Congrats on your progress & COURAGE to share it with everyone. It took me 3 years but I lost 80 lbs & have kept it off for 4 years. I ate half what I normally would eat & WALKED! Mom lost 100 on Weight Watchers.keep up the great work & hopefully I can find my way back to your journal to cheer you on! - LS

Anonymous said...

You are beautiful! Congratulations on breaking the 300 barrier. Good for you on ElChicos accomplishment. My downful is definately mexican food.

Anonymous said...

I love your journal...I just spent the evening reading it from the beginning. Keep up the good work. I also have a weight loss journal--Jacqueline's Weightloss Journey! I plan to continue following your progress.

--Jacqueline

Anonymous said...

Great haircut! Looks wonderful on you Gin.

All the small victories add up, don't they? Passing on the sopapilla....YAY! Stopping when satisfied..not STUFFED...YAY!!

My old fav. meal...anything Mexican w/chs dip & flan for dessert. My new fav. meal...Jack-In-the-Box SW chicken salad & water. I love this salad. I have no problem ordering burgers & fries for the kids when I can have such a filling meal that I know is good for me.

Hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day.

Julie

Anonymous said...

Your new look is TERRIFIC! I am trying to lose weight with a few buddies that I work with - we read your journal almost every day - we think you are doing a terrific job! You are such an inspiration to all of us. Once again, we LOOOOOVE the new look!!!!! I am so glad that you had such a terrific Valentine's Day!!! You deserved it!!!!!

Anonymous said...

I also cut my long hair after losing about 50 lbs. It's liberating, isn't it? Congratulations, you look very pretty, and the weight loss between the two pictures you showed is extremely noticeable. You look like a new person!