For as long as I've been overweight, I've always HATED this time of year (Spring) even more so than summer, even if in all actuality it's tied with Fall as my FAVORITE season.

The reason why I dreaded the arrival of Spring every year is because I was always forced to realize how BIG I really was. Winter usually played tricks on my mind, and not to mention the inevitable pounds I always gained during that time. It kinda alway took me by surprise.

I could no longer hide behind a heavy coat, a large scarf, a hat, and boots, lest I didn't mind looking all crazy in 60 degree weather.

Yesterday I felt SO FREE walking my daughter to school with just my keys & phone in hand (and of course, the clothes I was wearing)(LoL). And although I have about forty pounds to GOAL, I'm already liberated from the shame that comes with obesity.

Yes, it's the feeling of the ridiculing eyes that we know(or paranoidly) suspect are gazing upon our ample thighs and buttocks. But, that's in the past and yahoo, it's Spring!!

Yes, you're so right.... I was SO PARANOID.