This is not my posing suit, but it's one of my favorites at Vandella Costumes. Style 298, swatch 23.
So now I’m back, from outer space…Okay, obviously I’m not Gloria Gaynor, but I will survive this packing. 
It’s been a rough couple of days on the home front. The conditions in the house are not the best since we are in transition. We’re heading back to the East coast, and that’s exciting, but not while dieting.
I’ve got the very basics to cook with, and that’s difficult, but I do eat the way I should now that I’m using my kitchen. The diet is so much easier to adhere to, but I have a single pot, small pan, large pan and a couple of utensils to work with. I actually had to buy a sharp knife because I forgot and packed it away. I wish I could blame that on the diet, but I did that before leaving for Statesboro.
My weight is steadily decreasing, and I’ve lost 10 lbs. since I began my journey. I should be further along, but I had far too many cheats while in Statesboro. I’m a bit anxious that I won’t be lean enough, but I keep thinking I can do this. I can do this. I can do this. I can do this. Let me say that one more time. I can do this. I still have 10 weeks, five days left, and I can do this! I also plan to come in with more muscle so I can’t go by weight. In my case, I’ll have to see how well my abdomen comes in. I’m not one to carry a lot of added weight in my lower body, so my waist is the gauge. My posing suit from Vandella Costumes will also be a factor. Which, by the way, I cannot wait to see. I know its’ going to be beautiful.
Anyhow, I rode the chariot today. I forgot what it’s truly like in a love/hate relationship. I hated getting on the stair climber, but felt completely fabulous once off.
You may have doubts but I know you’re gonna do it, ma’am! You can be humble, have doubts and all the rest but you are just a successful person! And you do it helping others,packing to move with a baby on your hip, girl! Believe! Click your heels Dorothy. You had the power all the time! That Vandella will never look so good! Get it Girl! I expect no less from you. In 10 weeks you gotta go put a whoopin on those other girls now! God Bless
Thank you so much Dara! There’s a lot going on, but it will get done.lol Going for the gold this year.;)
I just found your blog and I can’t WAIT to go back and read more! I competed in figure for 2 years and loved every minute of it.
10 weeks may not seem like a long time, but you’ve got time. The magic will happen in due time. Things may feel like they are stalling, but stay focused and enjoy the journey!
Look forward to reading more from you, Lisa!!
Kim
Thanks so much for stopping in, Kim. I’m glad you enjoyed your experience with competing, and perhaps you’ll do it again when the time is right.
Perhaps. I was a little discouraged with figure because judging is so subjective, as you are well aware. I’m keeping my eyes on this new Women’s Physique division in the NPC. It’s got me thinkin’ of switchin’.
Gotta love this sport!
Kim
I completely understand. I think the Physique division is fabulous. I would like to try it at least once. I’m a glutton for punishment, so this sport is right up my alley.;)