Sunday, June 28, 2009

Changes - Before and After!

This weekend marked two changes. Small steps, but important to feeling like I am progressing from a "big-boned" old lady image to a healthier, more energetic version of myself.

First, I bought a pair of pants in a smaller size. More importantly, I wore them all day today and they are not too tight, even after dinner. And these pants are the same brand of the bigger sizes that I have been wearing, so it is not due to a different cut, or style.

The second change is due to a different cut and style!

Before...


...and after.

I have been 'over-ready' for a hair cut for some time. My hairdresser only works on the weekend and I called several weeks ago for an appointment and her schedule was full. I have been too busy the past several weeks to try to fit anything else in, but yesterday I called and got an appointment. I haven't had bangs in quite awhile, but I figured that I was overdue for a new look. And, if I hate it, it will grow out again before I know it!

More travel planned for next weekend, so my weight control efforts will either be suspended, or not. I can never predict how it will go, when I am out of my routine. I don't know whether it is the planets aligning, or my body getting used to whatever "stage of life" I am in, but I am really not having much difficulty in holding to my eating plan. Which is a relief, because I am overdue for a change!

8 comments:

Allie said...

What I wouldn't give to get pants in a smaller size and have them fit! Congratulations to you! And oh my goodness, I LOVE your hair. You look wonderful!!!!!

I think I need an eating plan...and an exercise plan....

Martha said...

Congratulations Jan on your weight loss -- which is no small achievement. Keeping the weight down as we get older is a real challenge. Also, I really like the new look and the bangs. You look great!

Iron Needles said...

Good for you (publicly spoken what I have said privately)! You know I totally understand.

Love the new locks. Isnt' it fun not coloring anymore?

Anonymous said...

I like the hair and applaud the smaller pants thing. It is a good feeling, isn't it? Love, WS

Lynne said...

I thought I had left a comment this morning ... hmm ...

anyway in my other comment I said this:

Congrats on losing weight! You are so right in saying that as we "grow older" it's harder and harder to maintain the weight we want. You go girl!

Love the new "do" ! You've got a great smile. :)

Tish Smith said...

Yah, what they all said!

happy zombie said...

Super cute before and after, Jan. I love your hair-cut and wishing I could have a do like that!

flossy-p said...

There's nothing that makes you feel much better so quick as a good haircut. A whole new style takes it to a whole other level.

Good on you. I bet you feel great!