Comments on: Thinner

By: Tracee Sioux

Tracee Sioux — Wed, 14 May 2008 13:52:35 +0000

I liked this piece, and your previous ones about body image, so much that I’m planning to use it for my story on So Sioux Me tomorrow. Thanks so much for sharing. http://www.sosiouxme.com - I hope you’ll stop by and participate in any conversation (and make sure I’m accurately representing your views, of course).

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By: rachel

rachel — Wed, 14 May 2008 02:03:13 +0000

I think that we all struggle with this.
This was supremely well written. This is my first visit and after reading this, I will be back. Thank you for sharing this.

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By: Hannah

Hannah — Tue, 13 May 2008 23:13:04 +0000

Based on the struggles I have had in the past with my weight and previous body image issues, I am not sure I would be a good role model for a daughter. I believe that is why God gave me sons.
You, on the other hand, have a great attitude about it all. I’m sure you will show Emily how to achieve a healthy balance between looking after her body and not obsessing about having to be thin, just because the media says we should. I’m sure you will teach her to be happy with how she looks.
Oh, and I also think 85% is good. I am never at 85%. More like 75%, max. I don’t think anybody really is happy with their body 100% of the time.

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By: Dutch Blitz » I’ve Got Sunshine

Dutch Blitz » I’ve Got Sunshine — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:19:49 +0000

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By: The Over-Thinker

The Over-Thinker — Tue, 13 May 2008 02:42:02 +0000

You are setting a realistic, positive example for your kids. I really admire that!

I don’t think it’s really possible for me to be 100% okay with anything. Well, with anything other than my faith. Oh, and my love of Cool Ranch Doritos. And shoes. And BBC America. Well lookee there–I AM 100% okay with some stuff
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By: anji

anji — Tue, 13 May 2008 02:21:39 +0000

Mmmmmmmmmmmmm, I LOVE rouladen. I’ll probably be making it in a few weeks! Tasty tasty!

By: christy

christy — Tue, 13 May 2008 01:30:12 +0000

But, then again…maybe you’re right. Maybe it would be better for her to see your struggle. I don’t know. I suppose being real and honest is always the better option.

I know that above all she will see a woman who loves her above all else.

By: christy

christy — Tue, 13 May 2008 01:27:22 +0000

Danielle told me something the other day that has stuck in my mind ever since. She has NEVER heard her mother say a negative thing about herself. I thought that was pretty amazing. This is my life goal now. to never allow my girls to hear me verbalize my unfounded insecurities. Wow it’s been hard. Especially when they choose to point things out to me that are not perfect. ie. Megan calling my nose “funny looking”. lol.
It’s hard to me to imagine that you still struggle with this when to me you look so amazing. It just shows me how hard Satan tries to fill our minds with lies. You are a beautiful woman. Emily will idolize you I’m sure. She probably already does. Cheer up hot momma.

By: 180/360

180/360 — Mon, 12 May 2008 21:52:16 +0000

Amen to what Kerri Anne said! I am sure that Emily sees a mother that eats well, exercises and enjoys life. Everyone is insecure about something.

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By: Mrs. Wilson

Mrs. Wilson — Mon, 12 May 2008 21:15:57 +0000

GREAT post!

Love it.

And? You’re GORGEOUS!

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