Faithy's Diary

[pandora]

Hi Faithy and thanks for raising my diary from page 3 or 4 back to page one - i have been giving it a miss this week, i will do an update on the weekend!

And as for being in awe of someone, try looking up this person's diary if you really want to see AWESOME and legendary - its FAITHY'S DIARY - now that girl is truly madly deeply AWESOME dont ya think! ?? And, as someone else just said, you are also blessed enough as well to be not only an absolutely stunning looking girl on the outside, but on the inside too! I have been meaning to write and praise your updated pics all week, but have been busy with work, but here i am, Cohens must use you for a poster girl i reckon, you could make them even more MEGA successful with yr journey!

And remember, 20kg to go BUT you are already the slim person you are living into - its just a little bit more melting off the kilos but YOU ARE THAT PERSON NOW, - so make sure you live your dream as you already have it in your sights! Be that person NOW, why wait any longer i say! Happy Friday, Pandora

[samaras mum]

Hi Faithy,

I was just reading how you are now really taking notice of the things you have neglected over the years. I am a bit the same and I say smooth feet feel bloody nice

As for the haircut, maybe get a little cut off and shaped around your face. I just got mine cut also and I took about 3 inches off the ends and longs layers for lift and shape. My hair has been yukky though and feels like straw so I have started using a deep conditioning product as my daily hair product. It feels heaps softer.

And as for the clothing, if you like what you see and how it feels on your body then buy it. With you walking with confidence and that fab new body, I say who gives a rats a-- what anyone else thinks. :P

Love who you are and not what anyone else thinks.

Love
Sonia xxxxx

[sundaymorningstaple]

Finally was able to find the time to read your dairy in it's entirety. Awesome journey and an incredible inspiration to us all.

[Faithy]

Thank you heaps hey ALL of you.

Pandora, thanks.. that means a lot to me

I had a lot I wanted to say today, but this morning a very dear friend of mine past away.

This is for you Paulina ~ You will be greatly missed!

The sky will always be blue for you
The sun will be warming on your face
The flowers so rich in colour & beauty
Their smell the most delicate perfume

Your eyes, full of His glory
Your face, glowing like the Son's
Your body, no more pain for you
Your soul at peace, you've overcome

This earth no longer has it's hold on you
Your spirit, soaring in rejoice
Your Father holds you hand eternally
Your love forever burned in our hearts

[SOS]

Hi Faithy,

Sorry to hear you are sad at the loss of your friend.

That poem is just beautiful and brought a tear to my eyes. Your friend is now in peace and not in any more pain.

Thinking of you.

[Kohinoor]

Hi Faithy,

So sorry to hear the news - my thoughts are with you and all those Paulina left behind.

And what a beautiful poem as a remembrance.


Hugs to all,

Koh

[jeannie77]

Faithy

So sorry to hear about your friend. Times like these remind us of how precious life is, and to make the most of every day. You are definetly making the most of your time here, doing an amazing thing for your self and the people closest to you, and inspiring many people to continue their journeys.

Jeannie

[Wendy9]

Hey Faithy, so sorry to hear of your loss of a dear friend. The poem is a lovely tribute and very moving. And I can't get over how stunningly beautiful you are - the cocoon has opened and the butterly has emerged!

[Lonniecee]

Faithy (hugs)

Lauren

[Butterfly_girl]

That's a really beautiful poem Faithy.

Sending you love.

[paza]

Hi faithy

So sorry to hear about your loss.

That is a truly beautiful peom as a remembrance to Paulina. My prayers go to all that Paulina touched.

[FotoHijinx]

Hey Faithy girl

I was deeply sadden to hear of the loss of your dear friend. Your poem was a beautiful tribute.

I lost my best friend when I was 21, I've never felt such pain before. She is forever in my heart as is your friend Paulina. Hold those wonderful memories of her close to you and take her along on your journey.

All my love goes to you Faithy .

Irene

[a healthy life]

Wow Faithy! I've read been reading through your diary tonight. You are an amazing women! The kg and cm you have lost is simply amazing!!!

I definatley think you should be applying for Slimmer of the Year!!

PS. Im so sorry for the loss of your dear friend *hugs*

[TheSkinnyMeInside]

Hey Faithy,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear friend. That poem is such a sweet tribute to her.

It is true that the loss of someone close causes you to think about how precious our lives are and how they can be taken at a moments notice.

It's great to know we are all here losing weight and taking some control of our health and adding years to our lives makes.

Your progress is fantastic and you are an inspiration to us all.

Take care,

Cindy

[Faithy]

Thank you all for your kind words & best wishes.. I'm feeling kind of numb, down & happy all at the same time.. I've been extra hungry these past few days & while I have not too much trouble ignoring it it makes me realise how much of an emotional eater I 'WAS'.

I've had the most bizarre week. Friday I went in to the bank as I do probably 2 or 3 times a week & one of the bankers excused herself from a customer & asked me how I'd lost so much weight.. then I went in to the post office, & the same, I go in there possibly 2 or 3 times a week & the woman who served me says to me how did you lose all that weight? I looked at you last time you came in here last week & wanted to say how amazed I was at how quickly you lost it, but then I stopped myself & thought nahhh, that's not her, maybe it's her sister.. she then asked me how much I've lost etc etc..
Pretty cool.. I had a huge grin from ear to ear.. but, especially yesterday & today I've really struggled with people's looks.. I know this probably sounds conceited or odd or whatever.. but a few guys I've noticed are just staring at me.. hubby thinks it's awesome but I feel like crawling under a rock.. (he's noticed it too).. I don't know why, but it almost offends me??? Anyway hubby says I have to stop looking at it being a bad thing & start thinking of it as a compliment.. I have to admit in the past I've sabotaged myself over this very same thing.. & quite possibly I have mentioned this somewhere in the past on here somewhere.. but it plays with my head big time.. I feel like a freak..

The other day we went & bought new digital scales to weigh yourself with.. they're pure EVIL I tell ya!!! They weight about 2 to 3 kilos heavier than my old ones.. my poor daughter came out of the bathroom calling them all sorts of names, including they're evil & then proceeded to be upset for the rest of the day ... I HATE them

I have a problem.. I have a confession to make ....

I've become OBSESSED with clothes shopping... NEVER in my life have I enjoyed it & now I just adore it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.. Dunno what I'm going to do about that one.. get another job perhaps to pay for my new hobby!!!!

[Kohinoor]

Hi Faithy,

Wow, have you had a time this week.... I'll leave the "shopping" bit to the girls - but I wanted to comment on this bit:-

Anyway hubby says I have to stop looking at it being a bad thing & start thinking of it as a compliment..

Stick to him, Faith - he's telling it like it is (from where I sit).

I have to admit in the past I've sabotaged myself over this very same thing.. & quite possibly I have mentioned this somewhere in the past on here somewhere.. but it plays with my head big time.. I feel like a freak..

Hmm - I'd like to see that bolded bit re-written - something like "I feel like a good-looking girl".

To quote you, I have mentioned THIS somewhere in the past - "A good-looking girl is a good-looking girl - I don't know how else to say it". And I guess that makes me a bloke (or MM - for some of you girls). Twas ever thus - girls look good, guys show interest.

Don't forget though, this does NOT mean you have to be "ideal weight, etc." Much of the time, I find myself attracted to ladies who are confident in their own skin - whether a skinny mini, a well-proportioned woman, an over-weight woman, and even some past over-weight. But it strikes me that those women (or men) who are confident are often those who KNOW, and are working on, their own demons and are succeeding (not necessarily, but hey, it helps...). To me, it's all to do with the confidence displayed.

Have you all noticed how your energy/confidence grows as you SUCCEED on here? If you think that DOESN'T make you attractive, think again !! Whether you are just starting, part-way through, over half-way, wherever - doesn't matter. OTHER PEOPLE NOTICE !!
And other MM's notice too - that's just the way it is. Get used to it girls - it ain't going to change any time soon

Stick with hubby, Faith - he's telling it like it is. Well done hubby - you look after OUR Faithy

Koh

[Faithy]

Koh you totally rock!! As always.. yeah it does make sense, heaps actually.. & yeah I am a hell of a lot more confident than I have ever been in my whole life.. even more than those I'm a freak moments :P

I sure am spoilt with my hubby!!!

Thanks again Koh..

HUGS

[cait]

hi Faithy,

firstly, so sorry to hear of your loss, i hope you can share your memories with other close friends.

second - in relation to your next post - i have to say, if i saw you walking in the street, i'd probably stare too. Not because i was wondering if you'd lost any weight - how would i have a clue - but because you are a very good looking woman.

just like our attention is involuntarily drawn when we spot a blond haired person - it's a fact - the pale hair is unusual so we 'look' whether we are intersted or not; so too do we 'look' at someone who appears beautiful or attractive. whether that 'look' develops into a stare, or even further into interest or attraction is another level altogether.

empirically, you are a very good looking person.
and if you are now imbued with more confidence, i'd suggest you are shining your inner self out for all to see, making you a very beautiful person.

and, furthermore - i say GOOD ON YOU!!


cait.

[Daisy]

Hello Faithy,

I am so not surprised you are getting the looks. As I have said before you are stunning. It will probably take a little while to get used to.

On another note I am so sorry to hear about your dear friend I am sure she will be missed.

Take good care of yourself.

Lv
Daisy

[Faithy]

Thanks Cait & Daisy ..

I have a question for anyone who may be able to answer.. I've gone to take vitamins only a couple of times... once a few months back & now.. each time I've done this I've noticed that my weight loss has slowed down quite q bit.. is this something that happens to everyone or perhaps just a coincidence?

I've checked & double checked the ingredients & neither of the vitamins I was taking have anything I shouldn't be having.. it's got me quite concerned & curious.. I feel I now NEED to take them, but do I want too for the sake of slowing down my loss each month?!

I'm feeling so incredibly tired this week. If I was closer to my goal I'd stop now.