8th Weigh In and Dresses

Well, I lost .6 of a pound last week. I am excited about that for a couple of reasons. The first is that I was pre-menstrual last week which means water gain in a big way. So, to have lost while retaining water seems like a pretty good thing. The second reason I am excited is because Mark and I went out of town for the weekend. So, for me to have lost weight while eating out for 3 days is a pretty good sign that I worked hard at being good. Anyway, I came back and Monday decided it was time to find a dress. I have great news.....yes, I was successful! I have found a beautiful dress that I think looks great on me. I just need to find somebody to do alterations on the sleeves. Ah, the struggles of being short. So, if anyone has any great reccomendations please send them my way.

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