My Before & During Pictures

[contessa20]

There are really only a handful of pictures of me floating around because I never allowed my picture to be taken. I hated seeing myself on film because I looked so horrible. Here are a few pics that I was able to dig up.


This was me at my son's t-ball game about 5 yrs. ago, barely poured into a size 16 jeans.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/IM000140.jpg

This was me about 2 1/2 yrs. ago on Christmas day in a size 18, which was starting to get a little bit snug.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/HPIM1031.jpg

This is a close-up of my face about 2 yrs. ago with my God-Son, just barely in a size 18.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/IMG_0129.jpg

[contessa20]

And this is me now!

This was me, 30 lbs. lighter about a month ago in my size 14 "Halfway-There Clothes."
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/IMG_0612.jpg

And this was me on June 10, 2009, a total of 40 lbs. lighter in a size 12. Sorry it's so tiny. If you could see it up close you'd notice I have a really stupid expression on my face; one of the kids in my class snuck up on me and took it on the last day of school. Not sure why it's so much smaller than all the others though.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/CrissyJune102009.jpg


I'm still aiming to release about 20 - 25 more pounds so, hopefully soon there will be some AFTER pictures to go along with the BEFORE and DURING pictures.

[freelive]

First, I think, that you were beautiful at any size. But it is not about value, but about what kind of body you prefer.
Congratulations. You look great!

[snoops]

You look awesome. Is your hair still that long:eek: Wow. Keep up the good work.

[moonstar]

Congratulations! You look wonderful.

[LotsaRaw]

Love the glow in your "halfway there" pic! Keep Rawkin - you look fabulous!

[somelikeitraw]

Oh my gosh! You Rook Mahvelous! Wow! Feels good to shed those snug 18's doesn't it? And you're already into 14's!! WAY TO GO!

[Raw Hope]

Yes you are glowing!!!
this is a true testimony

[bunny_rescuer]

You may be lighter - but what I notice most is your eyes. You look so much happier now. Congrats on taking such good care of yourself :)

[lizbar]

Wow you look beautiful. It's not just the weight loss, but your face is so alive and bright. Congratulations!! I'm sure your post will motivate and inspire many, including myself.

[contessa20]

Thanks so much, guys. I feel so much more alive and full of energy now.

somelikeitraw: Actually, I'm in a 12 now. :eek: :D The halfway there pics were from about a month ago and those size 14 jeans are already too big. I bought a size 12 skirt a couple of weeks ago.

snoops: No, I cut my hair up to my bra strap around Thanksgiving '08 but you can't tell very well in either of the newer pics. I like it so much better now that it's short.

[GlimR]

You are beautiful...so happy to see your progress.

[iwuvmydoggy]

wow! you look awesome! you even look younger and have that "glow"!!! that's so inspirational, thanks for sharing!!!

[Colorawdo girl]

AmaZING.....you look fabulous girl. Good for you. This is living testimony to the power of raw and living foods. And look at all the delicious food you ate while it was happening.

No worry bout weight loss folks, look here, it just happens!!!

[Aleesha Sattva]

congrats!!! i love seeing the before and during pics... you look radiant!!!

[RawHeaven]

congrats!!! i love seeing the before and during pics... you look radiant!!!

ditto that!

Contessa you are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your transformation...you look so happy...i can sense your joy. Being Raw is somethin' else.

[RawKnitster]

You look wonderful!!! Your happiness is contagious. :D

[Moretta]

Congrats. you look amazing.

Way to go!!!

[freshlight]

You look beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing !!!

[lucky lemons]

You look fabulous! Thanks for posting, it's so encouraging for those of us just starting the process. :)

[JCB44]

You look great, certainly an inspiration, PLEASE don't be ashamed of your pictures.

[hilarya_m]

You are absolutely gorgeous! The wealth of health abounds in you ;)

[katacykls]

Contessa you are and look Fabulous.

[Raw Angel Mom]

Congratulations, you look great!

[rawfoods]

Congratulations! It takes a lot of hard work and determination to go raw, but it's well worth it.

[JCB44]

WOW you look great congrats

[PammieTaj]

You look great! Whatever you are doing - keep it up!

[margoss]

you barely look 20 in that last photo!!

[contessa20]

Wow, you guys sure do know how to make a girl feel loved! :D Thanks so much. I appreciate everyone's encouraging comments.

I'll have to add more pics soon since I've lost about 10 more lbs. since the last one. Right now I'm 15 lbs. away from my goal weight.



you barely look 20 in that last photo!!

That makes me feel especially good because I just turned 30 this year. :eek:

[kitlynne]

Contessa,

Much love and joy to you on you're journey! You're absolutely stunning! I think we all look forward to the after pictures!

[contessa20]

Here's the latest "during" picture. So far a total of 46 lbs. released and into a size 10.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v605/contessa20/IMG_0717.jpg

[snoops]

YOU LOOK AWESOME:eek::eek::eek::eek: Keep up the great work. You inspire me!

[LotsaRaw]

You are beautiful!

[GlimR]

Such an amazing transformation...how long did it take you once you went raw?

[revdrcyn]

You are absolutely beautiful!

[Veganforlife]

Wonderful! Amazing! Fantastic!

ABSOFREAKINGLUTELY RAWkin'!!!!!

You look GR8!!!

[Katie P]

Contessa, you look freakin' AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congrats!

[StarFire]

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/ICONATOR_63e46fb39725c212ce583b2994.gif GEEEEZE WOMAN!!! :eek:

You're like the poster RAWbie of Success stories!!!
Yu look absolutely FANTASTIC!!!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/high5.jpg ... RAWk on girl... well done!!!

[freshlight]

Amazing!!! Even your hair is glowing,-how did you manage that? WOW

[Mary Kay]

You look younger! Hey, you're about my size now. I still have about 15 more to go.

Mary Kay

[Morn]

yeah for you - you look fab!

Keep on keeping on!

[RawKnitster]

Your latest pic shows such a beautiful coloring on your face. You GLOW-girl! :D

[rawfoods]

You do look very radiant! I'm very jealous of how gorgeous your skin looks!

[jacsam]

I'm so excited for you.....great pics. Raw has definately been good to you.

[laura-jane]

Wow! You look FAB, especially in the newest photo.. Congratulations! Your son must be very proud of his mama!

[brendasue]

WOW! Totally amazing.