I completely understand. I even have to go in front of an Ex-Girlfriend whom annoys the ever living crap out of me (though I broke it off for certain reasons) and I have gained about 20 pounds since we last saw each other.

Honestly, I just stay positive. It motivates me to see myself in pictures these days. I feel like I am WORKING to something every day and weighing myself every morning puts a little pep in my step if I lose anything.

im feeling ALOT better carpedbass thanks

so i went to the gym today, and i lost 2ibs so thats good
only 3 more and ive lost my "Christmas weight"
i feel so determied to do this now. I know its not going to be easy,
but I can do this. I like the foods im eating i like working out
so both together equals a symphony of awesomness!

Keep it up, babe! Stay with the positive reactions! You'll be there b4 you know it!

so the most AWESOME thing happend
i weighed myself again..and i actually lost 4ibs!
so its pretty sweet!

YAY

but today i feel hungry i dont think i ate all my calories today :P

Could be increased metabolic rate too, couldn't it?

could it? im not quite sure what that entitles

i'm in the same boat.
finding the weather very depressing and not having a lot of motivation to do anything.
am trying to get in 4 workouts a week, and eating properly.
So far so good!! Just a day at a time.

Stay positive Kate, you will get there. Most people put on a few holiday pounds, although we try not to. Cold weather/good food play an important part in the weight gain. But now the holidays are over! good.

And yes, losing 5 pounds in a month is realistic and you can do it.