There are many, many positive things about this journey. I rave about the numerous benefits of losing weight over and over again. I am like a “get healthy” broken record. However, if I paint this journey in shade of rose color I am not doing it or myself justice. The truth is, while there are many positives, there are a few negatives about this journey. Let’s face the negative, while embracing the positive. Here are the negatives that I have faced since starting this journey:
(1) My breasts have gotten smaller. Yes, the loss in width is much appreciated. However, as I stuffed myself into a sports bra the other day I remarked, “They are smaller.” Yes, the cup size has been gradually shrinking as I shrink. It’s causing me to re-examining my status as a large chested lass and finds other parts of my physique to incorporate into my style.
(2) Buying new clothes! Though there is no illegal/legal high that compares to pulling on a size smaller pair of jeans or buying a dress in a store other than Lane Bryant (and not in their plus size section), this need to buy new clothing begins to add up. I work in an office in which I have to be dressed professionally, so dressing well is a part of the job. Therefore, I can’t rock a pair of sweatpants and t-shirt that are two sizes too big. Sigh, if only I embraced this journey while in college. I could have gotten through two years in a hoodie and sweatpants only to reveal my new figure during my junior year.
Those appear to be the negatives that I have come to grips with during my journey. However, the positives surely outweigh (no pun intended) the negative. I find the humor in the negative consequences in this journey. It’s kind of refreshing to have these problems vs. diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease, and any manner of medical conditions that would have been in my future if I remained in the Fat Guy lane.
Starting the Journey
This is how I started my journey (taken in May 2009)
Melissa, I love reading your blogs! You are amazing girl!! I, too, have lost my "girls" as well and have had to buy a smaller bra. I was just excited that I could finally buy a bra at Victoria's Secret! That was such a milestone for me. My back feels so much better too, now that I don't have so much weight on the front. I am somewhat disappointed that they have gotten smaller but I know that their smaller size will fit my smaller body when I'm done. I would love to go shopping with you when we both reach our goal weights!! How much fun would that be??!! Miss you girl. ~Rebecca
ReplyDeleteYay! It's awesome. This Fall I bought my first bra at Victoria's Secret and it was amazing feeling! Yeah, it would totally rock to treat ourselves with some shopping.
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