Re: 6-27-08 post, “I want to be one of the naked ladies in the locker room!”
Back in June I wrote a blog… I don’t know if you read it, but it was about the shameless hussies in my water aerobics class who parade around the locker room and showers without a suit or towel, and without a care. I was jealous. Anyway…. this post is a follow-up to that one.
Today was a ‘milepost’ on the road to realizing a dream. Yep, I took a shower without my suit. I was so pleased with myself, I actually walked back to my locker and then realized I left my towel hanging by the shower, had to go back and get it. (naked) lol I don’t know what got into me… I just got up this morning, looked in the mirror at myself and thought, “you know, you don’t look bad for almost 69 years old with 4 kids and 7 grandkids. In fact you look kind of cute, and Lord knows this body has given me a lot of good times. Why should I hide it?” And that was that. And the strangest thing was, no one laughed, or even seemed to notice. My husband has been telling me for years that I’m my biggest critic, but I figured he’s blinded by love. Maybe not. Maybe I’m not that bad. ?? Does it matter? It’s the body God gave me, and He’s not laughing. (He might wish I’d taken better care of it, but I’m working on it!)
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That is wonderful! Good for you.
I loved your post-Rock on!!
That’s awesome! I still don’t have the guts to do that but maybe I need to put that on my “to do” list!
Way to go Sandy!!!! I knew you could do it!
Go Sandy, I’m so proud of you!!
That is AWESOME!! Go you!!! :o)
I think I just fell in love with you a little bit. You totally rock. Your kids and grandkids are lucky to have you!
You are a wonderful inspiration to have. I am 33 and am struggling losing about 2 pounds a month, but I am not miserable and I don’t feel like I am “dieting.” My mom is 72 y.y. and she has joined me on this lifestyle change. we are trying the smaller portion thing and maybe more fruits and veggies, exercise when we can, etc.
But its nice to see someone in a boat near mine?
and yes I don’t blame you for not wanting to see other people naked in the lockerroom, men complain about the same thing that there are men who are “more public with their bodies” than they are. thanks!
Thats awesome! Such an inspriation! Keep up the great attitude!
Let it rip, girl!
Tammy
You have such a wonderful spirit!
Woo Hoo! You go girl!
Big HUGS!
You go girl. I can’t wait until I have that much confidence.
YAHOO!!!!!!! That’s so great Sandy!!!
That is fantastic Sandy! I’m so proud of you
Thanks for having the courage to support me, Dorey. You may get disapproving emails for your effort. I hope not, but many who have encouraged me have been bombarded with unwelcome messages regarding their supporting someone who is going against the Bible. It has been very hurtful to me, as something I was proud of accomplishing has been turned into something I am supposed to be ashamed of. I don’t know how to address this issue, maybe just ignore it.
Love this post…good for you keep it up..this was very inspirational
Thanks for the support and congratulations on taking a big step. Being overweight can really take a toll on your self-esteem and it’s great that you were able to feel great about your body.
I don’t know if I’m feeling great about it yet, but by God it’s out there. Just call me ‘Jay Bird’. (you know, like naked as a jay bird…didn’t you ever hear that expression? My mom used to say it all the time.)