Call Me Neiman

It seems like only the rich and famous are able to reach society's idealistic view of the beauty. Certainly, as a woman I have found myself burdened with trying to be like Beyonce, Kim Kardashian, and them....but no matter how hard I try results do not come fast enough and I give up. Being in Liberia definitely opened my eyes to  A LOT of things. Also, reflecting off recent success of some of my peers I realized that this journey is more so a long term one-if I want it to be lasting that is. Looking at myself I realized that maybe now is the time. I knew I could do it. Senior year of high school I lost 20 pounds over the course of four months. After, the freshman +15, drinking, and not-so routine way of living in college, I have gained my share of "college wight". Transitioning into the real world-and dreams of walking along an exotic beach shamelessly with my man and his chiseled abs and speedo-I know I gotta do this! I realized I'm getting older and the healthy habits have to start like NOW... 

Let's lQQk at my progression....(notice my face and forearms...)

November 2009

December 2009

January 2010 - on my birthday !!!

February 2010

                                                                                      

Beginning, middle and end of March 2010 (next three pix)

^two weeks ago^

>>>Although my immediate goal is weight loss, I also am working towards improving my quality of life. The journey does not and will not end once I reach my ideal size. Your prayers and words of encouragement are always welcomed and appreciated.  Philippinians 4:18 says I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. No goal is unrealistic and unreachable. Keep in mind I'm doing this the old-fashion way, just diet & exercise (mainly because I cannot afford surgeries and fad diets lol). By my 23rd birthday I, granted I keep working as hard as I am now, I should be where I wanna be !!!!! 
<3 JSK