Countdown Initated!

So finally got to go shopping the other day with my mom and get some of the clothes I'm going to need in Korea. We went to the Gaffney outlet mall and shopped around for a few hours. I got some new shoes, polo, and underwear, lol. Trust me, it was needed. It was good to finally get some new threads though...being a broke college student for so long has not done great things for my wardrobe, lol. But another perk of it was being able to find and buy new clothes in smaller sizes. That's right, I'm finally able to fit into smaller sizes! And for that, I thank God my sister bought a Bowflex, lol. 

But serious, after struggling with my weight and self-esteem for the majority of my life, it feels good to finally be able to look at myself in the mirror and not get disgusted by what I see. It's empowering and uplifting. I finally feel good about myself, truly...not just thinking I feel good or putting on a front that I like myself. Granted, my years in college helped me tremendously, but I still left with certain feelings of self-doubt lingering in the shadows. Now, I finally feel like I'm truly shaking those feelings off and getting on with my life, moving on to better things and becoming a better person. And who knows what will come of it?

As of right now, the grand total in weight loss/change is that, after only 5 1/2 weeks of exercising and eating healthier, I've lost a total 15 lbs and 4in off my waist...meaning I went from a 3XL shirt and a 42in waist to being able to wear a XL shirt and a 38in waist!!! I'm so happy!

I still need to go shopping for a few more things for my Korea trip, including new pants, but at least now I'm looking forward to it! Haven't heard from the Consulate in regards to my visa yet, but I know I'll hear something soon. Until then, I'm just keeping up with my preparations and trying to get things together the best I can!