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A few months ago I realised that I was putting on weight and feeling very bloated. I decided in October to do something about it. I have been successful and have lost the 8 kgs I wanted to loose. Imagine how I felt when visiting a 'friend' this morning that said I “looked 10 years older”. Admittedly my face has lost weight but I am so upset with the comment. 😢
I cannot believe the posts I have received from you all. I was terribly upset yesterday and each and everyone of you have been so uplifting. I thank you all.
Meganne asked how? As any body knows who has tried to loose weight, ones head needs to be right.
It was not difficult. I gave up bread a while ago as it was not agreeing with me. Also, no sugar, rice, pasta. I also cut down on fruit which is the love of my life. Basically smaller portions. Over Christmas I ate everything, including Christmas cake and pudding but just a small portion.
Now comes the hard bit - keeping the weight off!!!
Next week I am going to our ladies fitness center and see what they recomend. If I was younger I would also have an op but with good underwear you can cover up a multitude of lumps and bumps.
Thank you again fellow Cuties. You are all wonderful friends.
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How insensitive of that person. While she might have thought that, never should have said it to you. Sounds like a bit of jealousy! Hugs. Nan W
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Congratulations on the weight loss. It takes determination and you did it. Facial lines show a bit more, skin is not as elastic as it was when we were 20, but it will improve. Do not mind those jealous and insensitive remarks!!
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I can imagine you are upset. Well I say : great job to loose so much weight in a few month !! Is this "friend" probably too heavy her(him) self and could not stand it you did such a great job ? Hugs and compliments for you )))
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jofrog2000
05 Jan 2018
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Congratulations on your weight loss, not an easy journey. I hope you told her how rude she was. Some people just don't think before opening their mouths.
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congratulation, not easy losing weight and even harder as we age. What is important is how YOU feel and not others. Enjoy your new look,
hugs
Michelle
hugs
Michelle
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I think your 'friend' may be envious of your accomplishment. Congratulations on making your goal.
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dragonflyer
05 Jan 2018
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Well, congratulations to you, Sarah...and shame on your friend for such an insensitive remark...I agree with the others...I think just green with envy!
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Hmmm I smell JEALOUSY Sarah. Kudos to you for losing and accomplishing what you set out to do. I do believe a really " good friend" would have praised you instead of making you feel as she did. Much love Lillian
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OH dear Sarah that' wasn't nice, but take heart, many years ago my mother in law said almost the exact same thing to me, when I lost weight after finding out her son, my husband, had been cheating on me.
This was only six weeks after the birth of our first son and I was devastated.
She said I looked haggard and drawn and ten years older, I wonder why??? :-)
You may have just lost the weight a little too quickly but hey, at least you have lost it and should be applauded for that.
Now how did you do it?
huge hugs n roses, xxx
This was only six weeks after the birth of our first son and I was devastated.
She said I looked haggard and drawn and ten years older, I wonder why??? :-)
You may have just lost the weight a little too quickly but hey, at least you have lost it and should be applauded for that.
Now how did you do it?
huge hugs n roses, xxx
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crafter2243
05 Jan 2018
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You go girl and keep up the good work. Never mind the insensitive remark. Be proud of your accomplishment
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Loosing weight is a hard thing to do! Especially over Thanxgiving and Christmas!!! Accept the fact that your "Friend" was just jealous, and don't let it BUG you!!! Just keep off that extra weight!!! You'll feel better in the end, and you do NOT want to have to loose it again!!! Hugs & Kudos to you Girlfriend!!! Judy...
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Congrats on the weight loss!! I bet your friend is jealous! Seriously, who says that to someone and still calls themselves a "friend"? Don't take it to heart!!! She simply wishes she had lost weight!!!! You are amazing!!!
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basketkase
05 Jan 2018
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How incredibly rude and crude....all that matters is how well you feel! It always amazes me that some people have no filter...
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graceandham
05 Jan 2018
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Some people just can't recognize the change except to offer a posit on what the change is. More than once I lost 10-30 pounds and my brother would say, hey, haven't you gotten new glasses? He just recognized there was a change, but couldn't for the life of him figure out what it was! Congratulations on your success -- and even through the holidays!
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Sarah, don't bother what others are saing. I bet you feel so much better now... ps : send me the guide how to do it ! Rgds
Linda
Linda
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ansienaude
05 Jan 2018
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well done with your weight loss.....ignore negative remarks as long as you are happy within yourself keep on smiling
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How rude! Don't pay any attention to this 'friend's' comment, I know that is easier said then done. We love you because of who you are, the same way your family the most important ones do! I for one am very proud of you. I'm sure you don't look older just better and she was extremely jealous of your success. Besides 'airyfairies' don't get older they just get lighter and float higher. You soar girl! I'll send you hugs as you are so high I can't quite reach you. hugs and ****s to you :~)
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You have reduced me to tears - good tears with your comment. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️
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kustomkuddle
05 Jan 2018
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The only thing that matters is how you feel. Some people just can't be happy for the success of others and have to say something derogatory in order to feel good about themselves. kuddos to you!
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Sometimes after a large weight loss, the skin takes time to catch up. Ignore your "friend's" comment and be proud of what you have accomplished. Maybe pay some lavish attention to your skin now and then you can glow about your achievement. Congratulations, and I am envious as this is something I need to do and can't seem to keep focused on.
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irenewayne
05 Jan 2018
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Sarah please don't take her comment to heart. Good on you for your weight loss & commitment to do so. I envy you. Enjoy the new you & find a better friend.You don't need this kind of person in your life. Go Girl. Irene
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My mom lost a bunch of weight and it made her look older because she now looks old and frail. I asked her how many skinny old ladies does she see or know (mom is 78). Then I reminded her that now she has no fat reserve is she gets sick. Be careful with weight loss and age.
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shirley124
06 Jan 2018
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Congratulations on the weight loss. I wish I could lose some. Hugs
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jgwatchorn
06 Jan 2018
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Negative comments are not needed when you have a positive outcome!!
I know you will feel heaps better for it, please treat yourself for the effort of losing weight. Set a goal for the next weight loss. Enjoy!!
I know you will feel heaps better for it, please treat yourself for the effort of losing weight. Set a goal for the next weight loss. Enjoy!!
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CONGRATULATIONS on your fantastic achievement! Ignore the negative remarks as I agree with all the comments posted as I also think it may just be jealously!!
I too have lost a lot of weight on my own over the last 24 months (25kgs) by cutting out certain items (NO STRICT diet!) - decided to do it for myself as I was overweight & depressed as had a lot going on in my life with family issues & losing my parents etc etc! I feel great and now going to have surgery soon to remove excess skin which is not covered by our Medical Aid but my beloved & generous hubby is paying for these 2 operations!!
Hold your head up high and celebrate your weight loss!! HUGS
I too have lost a lot of weight on my own over the last 24 months (25kgs) by cutting out certain items (NO STRICT diet!) - decided to do it for myself as I was overweight & depressed as had a lot going on in my life with family issues & losing my parents etc etc! I feel great and now going to have surgery soon to remove excess skin which is not covered by our Medical Aid but my beloved & generous hubby is paying for these 2 operations!!
Hold your head up high and celebrate your weight loss!! HUGS
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Before you have surgery,try exercise classes to tone up. I especially recommend Pilates.
I have - am having my arm 'flags' removed plus stomach - damage from 2 caesarean sections the last 33+ years ago - severe muscle damage from the first one as it was an emergency op! Nothing can be done & STILL having problems with the scar!! My Dr recommended surgery!
Nearly lost my first son due to Dr stupidity!!! Hence the emergency caesarean!! Extreme scar as they battled for 20 mins to get my son out 35 years ago!!!
Have sent you a PM
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Come back with how much better you feel and how much energy you have. Go to exercise classes and work off the wrinkles. Love , Kay
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I am sorry you were hurt by a thoughtless remark. I'm so glad you were able to achieve your goal, and achieving that goal is the result of hard work and determination. Be proud of yourself!
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killiecrankie
06 Jan 2018
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That was a nasty thing to say.Congratulations on your achievement.
Your body will appreciate the weight lose & your doctor will be happy to see that you have the will power to achieve it.
Your health may improve too ,if you have any medical problems , less pills to take.
Your body will appreciate the weight lose & your doctor will be happy to see that you have the will power to achieve it.
Your health may improve too ,if you have any medical problems , less pills to take.
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Some people don't realise how insensitive their remarks can be once spoken, try not to take it to heart. Well done on reaching your goal. That's an amazing achievement, especially with Christmas celebrations in the middle!
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I think it is great that you have lost weight, my daughter is heavy so I know how hard that is to do congrads, Some people just say what ever come to mind, we needed to be careful in the words we use, word can wound, I have a picture of me and my sister sitting on my computer desk , and my friend said,: I can;t believed that is you." of course the picture was taken when I was younger.As we get old we all age including even her. .
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Good point
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Thanks for telling us how you lost the weight. I think everyone would like to get some off.
As for your friend she possibly didn't even think what she said was rude. If you are like me I would get home and think I should have said something to tell her I was hurt by her remarks.
Treat yourself to a new hair do and a get fit outfit that makes you look a million dollars and SMILE SMILE SMILE.
As for your friend she possibly didn't even think what she said was rude. If you are like me I would get home and think I should have said something to tell her I was hurt by her remarks.
Treat yourself to a new hair do and a get fit outfit that makes you look a million dollars and SMILE SMILE SMILE.
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graceandham
08 Jan 2018
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I googled "convert kg to pounds" and ladies, this is 17.5 pounds, quite impressive.
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Thank you for the conversion