I’m Losing My Pants!

In August, I shared a pretty personal story about my struggles with my weight. So many of you reached out and encouraged me that I thought I’d start this season of Thanksgiving with an update.

I’m literally losing my pants. My “tight” jeans have started falling off my hips. My “favorite” jeans are so baggy that I’m embarrassed to wear them out in public! Thank goodness for leggings and hoodies. In addition to my pants falling down, my coat is too big. I look like I’m wearing a trash bag instead of a windbreaker. My v-neck tees suddenly have deep plunge necklines that are inappropriate for work. At least my Hey Dudes still fit, although I will say that I’ve walked right out of them on more than one occasion.

Admittedly, these are good problems to have. Obviously it means that whatever I’m doing is working, and I’m losing weight. However, not having clothes that fit is still a problem. To compound that problem, I’m not done yet! I’m making progress, but I’ve still got a long way to go. In the meantime, I can’t justify buying new clothes just to shrink out of them in a month or two. That being said, if you see me looking disheveled, please show me some grace. I’m a work in progress.

So many things have changed. I’m eating much healthier. I’m doing a lot better at reaching my protein and fiber goals each day. I’m making my own protein pudding cups to satisfy those evening cravings. My grocery list now includes reduced fat options and diet soda. I start each day off with a low-calorie, high protein breakfast. After forty five years on this earth, I’ve started eating cottage cheese. Actually, not just eating it but craving it! I’m choosing cottage cheese over cookies. What’s happened to me?!

When I wrote the blog in August. I weighed 255lbs. I had lost 23 pounds from the beginning of the year. I am very proud to share that I’m officially down 41 lbs since the start of 2025.

Am I where I want to be? No. But, I’m definitely headed in the right direction! My daughter has been my biggest cheerleader, and I am eternally grateful for her love and support. Thank you to everyone who has taken to time to reach out and offer support and encouragement. I am grateful beyond words.

Now to enjoy my favorite time of the year….