Comments for What I Weigh Today

Comment on 152 by Felicia D'Ambrosio

Felicia D'Ambrosio — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:51:36 +0000

Say it, sister. You DON’T need to be a rail to be happy and healthy. Women’s magazines reinforce every negative thing we think about ourselves, and our girl Christina Hendricks proves that their narrow definition of a beautiful body is just an illusion.

Comment on 152 by JeanineBean

JeanineBean — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:20:08 +0000

Hooray! I’ve been waiting for this post! Good for you. Let’s talk about something ELSE! (-:

Comment on 152 by pauline

pauline — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:12:35 +0000

I too have struggled with weight but for the first time in a lot of years I am down to 152lbs I think I would be happy at 145 then I could have a little wiggle room. I go through all the emotions too. Happy to be healthy enjoying life eating lots of good stuff and happy and lovin the wine. Having said that my weight was going up a few pounds and not coming off until I reached 187lbs. and hated myself. I think I will have to watch what I eat and exercise for the rest of my life in order to stay where I am at now. But thats ok, I think its better than everyday having the conversation in my head I am going to do better today, and falling down by noon. Portion control, healthy eating and desserts once in awhile and wine once a week. I have loved reading your blog Joy, but for sure will be following you on Oyster blog. I wish all the best joy and happy that you are in control of what you eat. You are the same weight as me so of course you look great lol.

Comment on 152 by Chloe

Chloe — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:18:09 +0000

I would have felt the same about your friend as well, although you do want to hug someone that has got themselves upset in that situation, you sometimes want to sit down and say you are lovely just the way you are. I have always struggled with my weight and although it does sometimes get me down I try to put it into perspective and turn it into positive energy.

Comment on 152 by Buckeye Betty

Buckeye Betty — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:57:02 +0000

It sounds like you have reached the point where you are in control of food ad how it affects you. I think this is the true enlightment. Thank you for letting us into your life. If/when you end this blog, I’m sure you’ll be seeing us follow you on Oyster Evangelist

Comment on 152 by Lori

Lori — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:49:24 +0000

I too am happy for you, happy that you have reached that place in your life. I enjoy reading this blog, since I feel like our struggles are quite similar. I would be sad if this blog was gone, although I understand you not feeling like “kicking the dog” any more… You will do what you need to do. Don’t worry, the internet will understand

Comment on 152 by Julie

Julie — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:05:19 +0000

As a new blogger, I struggle sometimes with the purpose of my site. What I haven’t thought about, and what I think you’re saying, is that perhaps a blog has its own purpose, and just because we may start one with a particular intent does not require that it persist into infinity with the same goal. If you have learned what you needed to from “What I Weigh Today” and no longer need to continue it in its current form, that’s perfectly OK. And for the record, I looooooove Oyster Evangelist and have learned so much from it (you) so far!

Comment on Quinoa & Black Bean Salad by Got Protein? | The KitschenBitsch

Got Protein? | The KitschenBitsch — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:28:15 +0000

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Comment on 152 by helen

helen — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:31:58 +0000

Yeah Joy:)
You know people are envious of your life, your talents. People want to be you….
Can you just re-name the blog & write other “stuff”? I would miss reading your blog.

Comment on 152 by debbie

debbie — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:48:13 +0000

Joy, I *love* this post! I’ve been struggling to get to the place you’re at for years, probably my whole life. Even after losing 100 pounds (and regaining 20), I still struggle every single day with my attitude towards food. You should be very, very proud of yourself. Yay!