I didn't even recognize myself

[MissMillie]

Someone sent me a picture they had taken just a couple of weeks ago. It was a former student, and it's a picture of him and my boss and me.



and yeah, I'm the short one in the picture. (I wish I hadn't been wearing my hoodie, but I get cold in the office sometimes.)

When I opened it, I barely recognized myself.

Here's why.

This was taken just a couple of months ago:


And this about a year ago:


And this, about 18 months ago:


I don't even know myself anymore! I look, almost.... normal.

(edited for grammar)

[terrya]

1. Good for you!

You have made outstanding progress, MissMillie. I remember when you first announced your intention to workout...and we can see the great, great progress you've made.

You are to be congratulated. I know you've worked hard and diligently...and it does indeed show. This is what persistance, hard work and dedication can achieve.

Great job, MissMillie!! :thumbsup:

[Midlodemocrat]

2. No. You look beautiful. Congrats.

[tjwmason]

3. You really do look good there.

Stunning in fact.

Well done :yourock:

[MissHoneychurch]

4. You look great MissMillie

what a great accomplishment :thumbsup: I have troubles losing 10 pounds ...





















now if you could introduce me to that cutie pie of student of yours :hide:

[bigwillq]

5. You look fabulous!

Congrats to you on the hard work you have put into losing weight!

I'm sure it's not easy but you seem to have willpower needed to tackle a sometimes difficult situation like changing your lifestyle habits.

You should be proud! :toast: :hi:

[elehhhhna]

6. you are reverse-aging! Ya look gorgeous!

[imperialismispasse]

8. IAWTC

You don't just look thinner, you look younger and happier too. And I'm a guy that normally wouldn't care too much about a thread like this. :D Congratulations you are doing it.

[ThomCat]

7. Mozel Tov.

That's great!

I was never heavy, but because of my disability I've become very sedentary. I'm starting to get a bit round. I have to learn how to diet now, and the idea scares the hell out of me.

[Beware the Beast Man]

9. Great work, MM!!!!

:toast: You look great!

[AirmensMom]

10. Wow, MissMillie!

Where did you find that fountain of youth? You look fabulous! :bounce: :applause: :woohoo:

[JitterbugPerfume]

11. you look absolutely beautiful

congratulations

[LynzM]

12. You are just glowing in that pic!!

Wow! You have changed and accomplished so much in the past 18 months, it's awesome!! Congrats! :bounce:

[dolo amber]

13. That is so freakin' awesome!

You look about 200% healthier and happier in that pic! :hi: :yourock:

[MissMillie]

16. Thank you all so much

I think what made me not see myself was the hair. I've kind of gotten used to the fact that I'm a lot smaller than I used to be, but the hair just throws me. People have told me that my straighter hair makes me look younger, but I never saw it, until this picture.

Thanks again for all your compliments.

[bigwillq]

17. HEE HEE!

It's the hair stupid!
Yes, your hair looks lovely as well.

I really thought you were talking about the weight loss and you should also be proud of that. You look great! :hug:

But yes, the hair is a big change too.

[MissMillie]

18. Oh, I am proud of that, too

and yes, it is a huge change, but I think it's finally starting to set in.

[WCGreen]

14. The incredible;e Shrinking Millie

[Left Is Write]

15. You look fantastic, MissMillie!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

19. My dear MissMillie!

How terrific you look!

And of course, we know it's you! That brilliant smile just beams out from each and every picture.....

Good for you.......:yourock: :loveya: :hug:

[MissMillie]

21. I cropped the picture

that's better

[Cathyclysmic]

20. You look great!

Congrats! :toast:

[seemunkee]

22. Quite an achievement

You've worked hard to change yourself and it really shows.