I have been with my fiance for 6 years. I knew I was buying bigger clothes through out our whole relationship but over 6 years it seemed small. This fall we did family photos and I started balling my eyes out when I got our photos back. I have gained 50 pounds in 6 years and never paid attention. I never had my photo taken because I am always the one taking photos. Starting January 1st I decided to try and lose one pound a week so that by the end of the year I am down to what I used to be. It is January 18th and I am actually down 5 pounds!!! I have a long way to go but I am proud of the steps I am making.

* In this photo I am 220 pounds. I am 5'9".

* This is my oldest stepson and I 6 years ago. I was 170 pounds and he was 10!!!