Comments on: Weight: 217 – Pounds left to lose: 57

By: Tracy

Tracy — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:06:59 +0000

Today, as I continued to work my way through the archives, I found this entry. I nearly squealed with excitement. Although in PQ time (is that GMT +3?) I am 2 years late…for me, I am right on time. I hit such a major milestone yesterday that I haven’t stopped glowing. Yes, I have joined the BOOT-WEARING crowd of fashionistas that I have envied for so long! I am 41 years old, and with the exception of some custom-made (only because my calves were too fatty mc fat) riding boots in my youth, I now own my very FIRST pair of lovely leather zip-up boots. And, even better, when I asked the sales clerk for boots made for thick calves, he asked me if they were for me because I certainly DIDN’T need extra-wides! Oh, yes kind sir…I would be happy to lie down on the shoe store floor and let you have your way with me! I managed to stop short of public indecency…but it was perhaps the most wonderful thing any man has ever said to me. And, it turns out, he wasn’t just flattering me. Every pair I tried, fit. Granted there were a couple of pairs that were a bit tough to zip. But, even that fine bead of sweat on my upper lip was tolerable for the end result. In fact, here I sit in my gorgeous new black boots that make me super sexy and pretty freaking tall. (Ok…not SO tall.) But everything is relative, so to go from 5’1″ to about 5’5″ is a big deal. Anyway, enough from me. Back to you, your hard work, charming sense of humor, etc. Hope to leave comments in the present day eventually. Now, would that be the present day or the future? Something to think about.

By: SuperCath

SuperCath — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:24:11 +0000

I’ve been reading your whole archives since the last week (at work, I must confess…)

First, I have to say : WOW!

I’ve started training and eating better since the last few months and I’ve already seen some results, but staying motivated is always the hardest part and your blog is really an inspiration.

Second : oh my god, boots!!! I’ve dreamt of that for such a loooong time!

I think I’m going to keep that image in my head as another motivation to go on with my life change!

By: Wendy

Wendy — Fri, 16 May 2008 13:54:18 +0000

I dream of boots! I have severe boot envy!

Some day, my boots will come.

By: Kari

Kari — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 19:51:09 +0000

Woot! Great boots! I wish I could wear boots like that! I fear I’m relegated to a life of ankle boots. I have ginormous calves, and while there are web sites out there that cater to women with large calves who want boots, they just look ridiculous on me! Believe me, I’ve spent a small fortune trying. Leather-encased stumps, I tell ya. But congrats to you! Love the fishnets.

By: PastaQueen

PastaQueen — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 14:49:23 +0000

amyt – Thanks for the skirt advice. I’ll get my mom to measure me so I know I get the measurements right.

Lani – I got them at DSW Shoe Warehouse. And the saleswoman practically wrestled me to the floor to get me to join their frequent buyer program. Man, she was agressive!

By: little miss ess

little miss ess — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 11:58:42 +0000

Awesome!!!

By: Lani

Lani — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 11:11:00 +0000

Those are great boots. Where did you get them? I’ve always wanted a pair like those. In the past, I’ve bought the ones with the zipper but I can never get them to zip without risking getting some skin caught. Ouch!

By: amyt

amyt — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 09:07:45 +0000

a skirt is a good starter sewing project, basics. but if you use a pattern, research carefully. the sizes on patterns are not linked to shop clothes, like at all. take your measurements with you so you can compare. or you’ll find it’s a very expensive venture in wrong patterns and wasted material.

By: CMRA

CMRA — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 09:04:36 +0000

Great boots and congratulations ! I often look at your blog and find it very inspirational. Well done !

By: Christine

Christine — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 01:28:19 +0000

I am so loving the boots! Way to go. I just sent you an email telling you how inspired I am by you and your success but I wanted to post it here as well for all to see! Congratulations!!!