I think the body image thing takes a while to get into focus.

We've been used to being large for so long that we have to learn how to live as thinner people. It can be kind of spooky at times when you realize that other people perceptions of you have changed because you are no longer a fat person. I'm still getting used to my own image. Sometimes I'm proud and sometimes I'm scared.

You must be thrilled at the same time by what you've accomplished. Stick around and tell us what maintenance is like and share some of you "war" stories and thoughts!

Karen