Oldies but goodies... weight loss update

Here are some more old pictures- These have all been taken within the last 5 years of my life. I have always struggled with being heavy. Most of you know, I have never lost weight until after I had our third child. I look back at these pictures and I am sad that it has taken me this long to make a choice to be healthier. I wasn't unhappy at all- I always enjoyed eating they way I wanted even if it was unhealthy! And looking at these pictures, I draw great motivation from them. I will never, ever be this heavy again! I am making that promise to my girls, my husband, and most of all to me!

2006

Me, Kadyn and Gaby on Mother's day. It is a running joke that I can never get a good Mother's Day picture- and to this day I have not. And, I must add... Gaby still does that same pouty face! (Made me laugh)

Right before Mia...

And now... 60 lbs thinner

Such a difference. I have more energy, I love working out, this new dress I bought was a size large, am 7 lbs shy of being my "pre-Kendal" weight, was in a 24 jean now 14.

After Kendal I gain 40 lbs back. How easy it was too, almost scary how fast it comes back on. When I decided to get back on my healthy living kick, I was at 244, last Saturday I weighed in at 215. It has been tough this time around. I feel like it isn't coming off as fast as it did after Mia was born. But when I get hard on myself or discouraged I look back at these pictures and find motivation to keep up with it.
I wish I had a good couple picture of Dustin and I- he has lost over 30 lbs as well. I hope I don't brag- that is not my intention at all. I like being open about my weight, what has worked, what hasn't worked. It keeps my honest, positive, and encouraging!
This last week I hit my 10% at my Weight Watchers meeting and ran 2 miles without stopping.

I am excited for my next step- I am aiming for 199. I can do it. I know I can. Hopefully my next weight loss update will be soon and telling you that I made this goal!