About NeverEverBeenSkinny

Hey!

Welcome to NeverEverBeenSkinny. My name is Alicia, I am 24 years old, and live in So Cal somewhere between Long Beach and Los Angeles.


I started this blog because I am tired of being over weight and I needed something to kick my @ss in gear! My feelings about why I am doing this can really be found here!
Also, because I feel in love with the idea of 'Blogging'. It was such a new concept and I would like to think that it has gone great!


I am married to my wonderful Hubby! We have been together since 07 and I really wouldn't be the person I am today without him. He really brought out my confidence and although we have two different personalities we really compliment each other.




It was extremely important to me that I actually have the 'Before' pictures. I needed to see where exactly I was coming from. It wasn't easy...in fact I cancelled on my photographer, a really good friend, several times before I worked up my courage to actually be seen. But after it was done, it felt good! 


I am the one second to the left bottom row, this was my 5th grade graduation. Yup, I have always been over weight. I mean there must have been a point in my life when I wasn't, but I don't remember it. It was a combination of bad food habits from my parents, that later became my habits, and a lack of exercise or any physical activity.

So I am fighting against years of, cookies (the sweeter the better), pizza, taco bell and all other kind of bad decisions. Never really having a 'At Home Meal' except the occasional Taco Nights, Ribs, and Meatloaf. So I am basically learning everything now one small step at a time.

It is kind of sad, when I first started dating Hubby, I didn't like avocado, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and a few other things. I am slowly put surely expanding my taste buds.


Did I mention that I am actually starting to like cooking? That is something I never thought would be possible! But, here I  am cooking and enjoying. Above is one of my favorite breakfasts, MultiGrain Pancakes with Cinnamon and Apples. It was really tasty! Plus the picture looks amazing (yes vanity thy name is Alicia)!


So a few things that you all HAVE to know. First off, I am a New Orleans Saints Fan! So I will be mentioning a Saints game either on Sunday or Monday's post. Promise to keep it short and sweet but it will be there!


Secondly, I do not DIET! Nope, Nope, Nope! I don't do well with deprivation. I have chosen to learn to live a life of moderation. I am still learning it, I shall make mistakes when those cookies as just to yummy to pass up. I am real and this is me! Hope you still love me ^_^


 Third and Final, I still like to have fun! My weekends I try to go places, might not always make it but I do try! For me having fun and laughing with loved ones is what makes life good!

I this has really explained where I am coming from and where I am right now. That is the whole point of this blog and I hope you join me with my ups and downs that I know is gonna happen!

7 comments :

  1. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    You go girl! Takes a lot of courage to be REAL, authentic and honest. I will cheer you on from nc! I love cookies too ;-)

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    1. UnknownFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:46 PM

      Thank you so much! Cookies don't always win ^_^

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  2. JulieFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    I loved reading this. I have the same background and never was I ever skinny till I got too skinny by not practicing moderation. It backfired. My body hated it and despite doing the same thing (depriving myself), I gained back weight. You're an inspiration, especially with your runs. I hate running! :)

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    1. UnknownFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:47 PM

      Moderation is the key for everything but it is so hard to find. I hope you have found your middle ground now! But thank you. Running seems to get easier the more you do it ^_~

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  3. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    I love your blog!! Your story could be mine, but I didn't start my journey to health until my early 30's, so you're smarter than I was. :) I've always struggled with my weight. When I was 31 I joined Weight Watchers and started running (and became obsessed with both). Unhealthy obsessed. I went from a size 16 down to a size 6. And then, because I was starving myself and exercising so much, it all fell apart and the weight came back on. Sigh...
    I'm turning 40 this year and have finally learned to eat good, wholesome foods and workout in moderation. I'm a size 12, but anymore that doesn't matter. What matters is that I'm healthy (even if a bit overweight) and that I've found my path.
    I'm excited to follow your journey and to see you find your path. I wish I had your courage when I was in my 20's. Keep it up, sole sister!

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    1. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 9:03 PM

      Wow thank you so much! I am glad you have finally found your path. That is such a inspiration and so important.

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  4. NLApril 28, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    Hi Alicia! Our stories are very much alike, I'm also a socal blogger, can't say I've ever been actually skinny, but I want it and feel like this is it. I hope we can talk more, Twitter?Instagram? @NataliaBlassio on both, add me! xo

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