tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post2934584556132483141..comments2023-11-03T06:07:50.536-05:00Comments on The Drawing Mannequin: There's Always Something, Isn't There?Ali Hvalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02234587079073148606noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-58984597928428681512013-04-13T20:58:50.428-05:002013-04-13T20:58:50.428-05:00Girl, I totally get where you're comin' fr...Girl, I totally get where you're comin' from. I have struggle with weight/body image issue for as long as I can remember. A few years ago I realized I wasn't eating healthy. I ate everything in sight, and I certainly wasn't pleased with the number on the scale. So I started running and eating healthy. I lost weight, but when I looked in the mirror I still saw the 'big' girl. So eventually I began skipping meals, and running excessively. I ended up losing waaaay too much weight which I'm paying for now in health issues. <br />Just know (I'm sure people have told you this) you are beautiful no matter what size you are. I understand how consuming the fear of gaining weight can be, but trust me, it's nothing compared to the issue that can come from being underweight. <br /><br />I think you are just so lovely and brave and I admire you for being honest. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-66290725579635673872013-04-11T07:50:24.920-05:002013-04-11T07:50:24.920-05:00i love this outfit! you look amazing :-) don't...i love this outfit! you look amazing :-) don't forget that!Black Silhouettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06201030695548963778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-38273068958922862642013-04-05T08:52:03.837-05:002013-04-05T08:52:03.837-05:00I'm glad I read this post because I used to ha...I'm glad I read this post because I used to hate myself so much for being a little chubbier than everyone else, for having flabby arms, and little bulging belly. but now i realize that depriving myself of things such as eating just to get myself skinny wont solve my problem because even skinny people like you have weight problems. And i don't mean that to offend you because I think you look really really great. in fact, If i only had to look at your picture, i would have been so jealous of your body. But because i read about what you're going through, i feel so sorry.<br /><br />I'm also really glad that you're trying to be healthier because most other girls with weight problems just don't do anything about it. It's a really good thing for you to do. good luck to you and i hope that you recover from this "zone". And even though you might have heard this a lot of times already, but i still wanna say that your outfit photos always look amazing! maybe try looking back at you previous posts to get you inspired and really think about why you started blogging in the first place, because from what i can see, you're a beautiful person, inside out, and you deserve to feel that way.<br /><br />xo, CarlaCarlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04256571691343103704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-5404770196062929682013-03-31T00:13:11.357-05:002013-03-31T00:13:11.357-05:00It's so incredibly hard to put yourself out th...It's so incredibly hard to put yourself out there, especially on something so public like your blog, and I love that you chose to be vulnerable and bare your thoughts for everyone to see. It's a beautiful thing because so many of us can relate and this crazy blogosphere is the best support system you can find out there. Reading your post made me think of high school all over again. I was in the bathroom with one of my friends at the time and we were looking in the mirror. She sighed and goes, "You're so skinny. I can't look in the same mirror as you anymore. I hate it." and then she walked away. I remember feeling insanely awkward and I didn't even know what to say. But enough of my little story, you are beautiful no matter what number shows up on the scale. I totally get what you mean about feeling different even if the weight gain isn't physically obvious. It's mental as much as it is physical. But just remember that beauty comes from within and your own self-confidence can make you more beautiful in any situation. You're in incredible person regardless of your looks and I'm glad you're taking steps to be healthier. It's great being happy with your appearance, but it's even better knowing that you're taking good care of yourself, because to a certain extent our health is one of the most important things we can have. <br /><br />Sending lots of love and hugs your way and keep being your amazing self. <3Jen Hsiehhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14016102113911779806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-80743975921509989322013-03-30T06:53:07.892-05:002013-03-30T06:53:07.892-05:00Great! You are amazing! ;)Great! You are amazing! ;) Milena R. Karolina K. Roksana R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02117864089528726165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-1962475832849081442013-03-28T16:20:01.212-05:002013-03-28T16:20:01.212-05:00I have recently gone trough experience that is in ...I have recently gone trough experience that is in some way similar to yours. I'll try to keep this short as possible because of us are time restricted. <br /><br />My health has never been great. I was pretty much always happy with the way I looked. Last year I was diagnosed with Chron, ended up in hospital and lost in a short time about 20 pounds.<br /><br />You know what happened after I lost 20 pounds(btw I wasn't fat or anything like that to start with)? People told me I look fantastic all the time. Not my family naturally but a lot of people. I was told I look like an antilope and all that kind of things. <br /><br />My doctor told me that after weightloss I'm now underweight and need to take some kind of calory drinks to gain weight as well as change the terapy. Who did I listened to? the doctor. <br /><br />I gained weight and now I'm feeling good. I know how precious health is and there is no way I would put myself in danger of losing it because skinny is fashionable.<br /><br />But we all know that! and yet we all sometimes feel like that, feel that need...the pressure of society is so strong and the pressure we put on ourselves is even worse.<br /><br />btw I don't understand it when random people comment my weight and they do it all the time...they say you gained weight or you lost weight and it's so weird...first because it is not even true and then because I don't even know you that well so why are you commenting on my body?...no matter is it a women or a man it is just weird...I would never discouss a thing like that in that way. Ivana Splithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04908566377732204399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-69169007280418049002013-03-27T13:52:50.489-05:002013-03-27T13:52:50.489-05:00Such an honest post! This is my first time reading...Such an honest post! This is my first time reading your blog, so I might know the back story, but I totally can relate with what you have written.<br />I am underweight as well, not a lot, but I should definitely weigh more to be considered healthy. I get tired very easily, I wish my hair was healthier and my nails wouldn't break so easily. All of that because I am underweight. But I don't let that define me, there are a lot of people who are jealous of me (they say they wish they were as skinny), there are a lot of people who are judging me, that I am this way on purpose (like not eating enough) and etc.<br />And people don't understand that gaining weight is so much harder than loosing it!<br />But even though I might not be completely satisfied with my body, I have the confidence to say that I am beautiful as I am. <br />Anyways, now I am going to the gym, not to loose wight but to gain some muscle weight (get fit) and to get stronger!<br /><br />Have my best luck wishes to you, and as I can see you are beautiful inside and out! :)<br /><br /><a href="http://callmemaddie.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">callmemaddie.blogspot.com</a>Maddiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13644250710332110422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-88918663702169630022013-03-27T12:21:32.809-05:002013-03-27T12:21:32.809-05:00I've just come across your blog...
I'm so...I've just come across your blog...<br /><br />I'm sorry to hear about how you've been feeling. <br /><br />One of my friends is underweight too, and at times I have said to her "You cow, you're well skinny, so not fair!". This is mainly down to the fact that she's naturally skinny and sometimes she does get down about it but it does make her feel better about her weight. <br /><br />I sometimes can be a bit touchy about my weight. It has fluctuated throught the year down to stress and sometimes I loose my appetite. I hate losing weight unnaturally.<br /><br />Hope you feel better soon sweetie. <br /><br />xxLimahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01110450485340556284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-50376141289462667102013-03-26T16:49:26.770-05:002013-03-26T16:49:26.770-05:00awww sweetie, good thing for you to get this off y...awww sweetie, good thing for you to get this off your chest! monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03411062796282539961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-48047431506354555412013-03-26T16:26:20.659-05:002013-03-26T16:26:20.659-05:00ok so i was reading this and I know exaclty what y...ok so i was reading this and I know exaclty what your going through,<br />after i delivered my baby i wasnt fat but to me i was because it wasnt my normal weight and then i started loosing a lot of weight just by walking and eating right and then people were telling me oh wow you look so good you lost the babby weight(took me 1 year) so i thought man, a year is alot of time and all those comments made me feel awesome.so i wanted to look skinnier so i got crazy. hahha<br />but then i got really skinny and my brother told me man, you look really skinny but not in a good way.<br />your eyes are sinking and your bones are showing,its not looking good, and yes it was true,and i was not eating enough but nobody knew. like i would sometimes eat just little things,here and there,<br />but everybody thought i was normal.<br />anyways , i thought to myself i can still be healthy and eat my foods and its ok to not too look like those girls you see all over tumblr(because its crazy to say but sometimes it gets to you just by looking at skinny girls there)<br />now i still watch my weight but im not obssessing over it like i was before.<br />(im not saying you do this things) just telling my story.<br />hope you feel better !!!<br /><br />Love you gurl!!!Isquisofreniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16992045242798301466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-89856179808960622862013-03-26T11:33:51.021-05:002013-03-26T11:33:51.021-05:00You are so brave to come out with your feelings an...You are so brave to come out with your feelings and be real and honest. It's something a lot of people deal with. I have issues with my body too (stomach flab, etc. ha ha), but I eat junk food all day, so that's the cause, ha ha.<br />But you look amazing and as long as you're being healthy now that's what matters! Closet Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17307750287416918321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-71627854044899221622013-03-26T01:37:39.932-05:002013-03-26T01:37:39.932-05:00I found this really interesting to read because th...I found this really interesting to read because the way I think is so similar. I think about weight and the way I look basically all the time. I feel so tired all the time but I feel that mental war too between two different things, like between numbers on the scales and doing what is healthy for me. I think you are so beautiful and I just wanted to let you know that I understand. Imogenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595505974844771279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-20988002261188767232013-03-25T14:52:24.574-05:002013-03-25T14:52:24.574-05:00Ali, you are so incredibly beautiful inside and ou...Ali, you are so incredibly beautiful inside and out. How brave and amazing you are to be so honest and authentic about this issue going on in your life. We can be so hard on ourselves, can't we? I lost 35 lbs. over the past few years and weight maintenance and the feelings that go with that can be so so tough sometimes. I feel like every week I am re-evaluating to see if I have gained any weight back. My husband always reassures me that I look beautiful- but I always have that fear that the weight will come back on. The best thing I have found for myself is to not look at the scale, to keep eating healthy and exercising healthy - and to not let it occupy my thoughts too much. The biggest thing is self love, and it is so hard! If we love ourselves unconditionally than weight won't matter so much, (so much easier said than done) but I want you to know that you are incredible!!!! You look great, no matter what size you are. Your heart and spirit are beautiful, and I am sure your body is thanking you for keeping it nourished :) You are seriously stunning and I want you to know that (from an outsider's perspective) you have absolutely nothing to worry about, you are just as gorgeous as anything! *hugs* and much love your way!<br /><br />~Alyssa<br />www.butterfliesonmars.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12127801600476369768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-22877213303224289032013-03-25T14:20:20.186-05:002013-03-25T14:20:20.186-05:00Beautiful look <3
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www.mariarubioblog.comBeautiful look <3<br /><br />xx<br />www.mariarubioblog.comMaría Rubiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07466731078230722802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-30948557162536253902013-03-25T14:17:30.258-05:002013-03-25T14:17:30.258-05:00Ali. This post brought tears to my eyes. Know that...Ali. This post brought tears to my eyes. Know that I am giving you a big giant hug through the internet right this second, but only wish I could see you in person to give you a real hug and indulge in a big box of chocolates and girl talk. You are brave. Just coming out and saying this to the world wide web takes a gigantic amount of bravery and I so wish I could be more like you in that aspect. Weight issues used to be a struggle for me as well. It sounds so ridiculously cliche to say, but when things weren't going right in my life, eating and weight felt like the only thing I could control. My first year out of high school was the hardest. I dealt with boyfriend issues and friends moving away, and just skipping a meal here or there made me feel stronger and more in control of a life I felt was spinning away from me. I've always been pretty small, and my friends ALWAYS felt the need to point this out and comment about how tiny I was. This bothered me the most as I felt those same nagging feelings as you, "Oh so I can't possibly gain one pound or all will be lost" . I'm not sure when I stopped obsessing. I still think about it from time to time, but with age I have gained a confidence that can be attributed to many things. It wasn't easy though and definitely took effort, and as mentioned, when things go wrong, it still crosses my mind. Ali, you are gorgeous, smart, funny and just plain wonderful and ARE NOT ALONE in your thoughts. Honestly, I wish we lived closer because I truly feel that we could make great friends (outside the WWW!). I know every comment is going to tell you how gorgeous and skinny you are and I know that it is going to take much more for you then just reading it to believe it. You are though...in so many ways. I think it shows such confidence and bravery to come out about an issue that so many people struggle with, so thank you for addressing it. <br /><br />If you need anything EMAIL ME! Seriously lady. <br /><br />xoxo Ashley<br /><br /><br />PS I hope this doesn't sound like rambling....but I think so highly of you, Ali!! Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02632400639420210895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-70598920281396802552013-03-25T12:50:46.482-05:002013-03-25T12:50:46.482-05:00Oh, girl. You and me are pretty much on the same p...Oh, girl. You and me are pretty much on the same page! Everything you just said relates to me SO much (although I don't think I'd worry so much if I looked like you ;) ) I tend to get obsessive and super depressed about my body insecurities and I just don't weigh myself anymore because I know it won't turn out good. It's such a hard battle to constantly be fighting and I wish you (and I) could see how beautiful we are from other's perspectives. Cuz really darling, you're perfect. <br />Jessi<br />haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.comJessihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16111218664777355840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-881558513063973192013-03-25T12:09:48.082-05:002013-03-25T12:09:48.082-05:00This post was so honest and heartfelt I just read ...This post was so honest and heartfelt I just read through it a second time before commenting! I am sure this resonates deeply with the blogging community, or really most people! I really do think people are just good at hiding it and think about it a lot inside. I go through swings of being really careful, counting calories and working out and driving myself a bit nuts. And then (often during winter time) I try to completely ignore it and then let everything slide, don't go to the gym at all, and eat pizza and burritos all the time! It's so hard to walk the fine line between happy and healthy, yet not letting food rule your life!<br /> Anyway, thanks so much for sharing with us, I love reading the comments in these posts too because the blogging community can seriously be so supportive! It sounds like you are on a good path now and I am sending good thoughts your way! <br /> Also, loving the star skirt :)<br />xo Hannah<br /><br />thebraidedbandit.blogspot.comThe Braided Bandithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16875133855025788033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-16901980275716986522013-03-25T12:04:59.273-05:002013-03-25T12:04:59.273-05:00you look beautiful dear. so don't be too harsh...you look beautiful dear. so don't be too harsh on yourself. i'm glad to hear that u are eating healthily & exercise to keep your slim figure. being healthy is more important than having an overly skinny body as the latter is not pretty at all. every girls wants to be slim, i'm no exception. however, i don't believe in starving our bodies to stay slim. i try to eat healthily on most days and occasionally i indulge myself with some sinful treats. i used to be obsessed with my weights too. but these days, i don't even weigh myself anymore. it definitely ease the tension of trying to maintain a certain weight. instead, i try my best to eat healthily, eat everything in moderation and exercise whenever i can.<br /><br />p/s: love that skirt! those stars!! <3 <3 <3<br /><br />hugs & kisses,<br /><a href="http://mochaccinoland.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">mochaccinoland.blogspot.com</a><br /><br /> mochaccinolandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07674359446940975444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-61854675217585501572013-03-25T01:34:14.100-05:002013-03-25T01:34:14.100-05:00wow these photos are stunning!
i was just looking ...wow these photos are stunning!<br />i was just looking at the photos and then actually read your post... wow real instense, good on you for having the guts to share it with everyone! xxxx <br /><br />x<br /><br />♥ Ellen<br /><a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/2779769/shop-style-conquer" rel="nofollow">SHOPSTYLECONQUER.COM </a> <br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ShopStyleConquer" rel="nofollow">Facebook </a> + <a href="http://instagram.com/shopstyleconquer" rel="nofollow">Instagram </a><br />SHOP STYLE CONQUERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02373001160281896649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-41743208571477244252013-03-25T01:17:36.576-05:002013-03-25T01:17:36.576-05:00First of all, I just want to say that I think you ...First of all, I just want to say that I think you are so brave for writing this post. Even though for me, it was always eating too much and not too little, weight also kinda messes up my mind and thinking sometimes too. Just recently, I went to a doctor's appointment and had to be weighed for the first time in a looong time and even though I tell myself that it's just a number and being healthy is the most important thing, I still have insecurities too. I have that mental war going on in my mind too and then it gets so complicated because as you said, there are so many factors that play into it. <br /><br />And man, that girl. Seriously, I can't believe she would say such a thing. I think she is probably really insecure and doesn't know it yet. I think it's definitely a victory that you walked away because I think with her stubborn and fallacious mindset, it would have been useless for anyone to try to fix it.<br /><br />I really liked how you wrote that weight shouldn't dictate happiness because it really shouldn't. I'm so glad that you said that eating more had enabled you to feel better and be less dizzy and that's the most important thing! You are still the same talented, funny, and amazing person but now with more energy. I'll try to focus on the positives and not just the weight number more too. joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04597363524641109580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-3567317331503917012013-03-24T20:23:34.336-05:002013-03-24T20:23:34.336-05:00So I don't own a scale because I'm the sam...So I don't own a scale because I'm the same way with my weight - if I see a number that is different than what I believe, I pretty much freak out. Instead, I've gone off feeling and measurements for years now and I've been doing so much better. And of course, my first reaction is of utter shock because you are seriously one of the most beautiful girls out there. It always amazes me that literally everyone has these weight issues, and it gets to me. I wish it wasn't this way. And that girl - that's pure jealousy and low self confidence. It's hard - I see people being awful on both sides. And it DOES get hard sometimes seeing other blogs where the girls look so impeccable in each pose (which lets be clear, your outfit photos are on my 'admire list' each and every time, just FYI) and then to go out and take them on your own gets hard. I get so upset when I think a post was like the shit and then it wasn't. You're such a charmer though - both in looks and in personality - and I see a lot of comments to my left here saying so too, which makes me happy :D Annyyyhowwww, your outfit is stunning here - I LOVE the little stars on the skirt. That's just the cutest thing ever. And I want to rock boots like that.<br /><br />Also, your detail shots are always so inspiring,. Always.Katherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303353442609842973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-22761956712024579902013-03-24T19:39:21.043-05:002013-03-24T19:39:21.043-05:00super cute girl! love this look
http://streetlil...super cute girl! love this look<br /><br />http://streetlily.blogspot.comJulie Cottrellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273893793155135492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-20318949196800585912013-03-24T19:16:28.324-05:002013-03-24T19:16:28.324-05:00Hi Ali, I like the chic rock appeal of your skirt,...Hi Ali, I like the chic rock appeal of your skirt, really cute. You are blessed with an amazing figure and height and whether you gain or lose a few pounds, that doesn't change a thing, you will still be beautiful inside and out. You should do whatever is best for you and your health and don't give a second thought to what anyone says about your weight. Thanks for your kind words over at mine.Samhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07925023568867910705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-64070854751825362602013-03-24T19:04:35.452-05:002013-03-24T19:04:35.452-05:00Hello!
As a guy I know that many ladies may not t...Hello!<br /><br />As a guy I know that many ladies may not think that there are fellows out there that understand the feelings that come with weight. However, I completely understand what those weird fluctuations can do to the way that you percieve yourself.<br /><br />I'm about 5'6". For most of my life I was somewhere around 140-145lbs. People kept saying that I was too skinny, or that I was unhealthy, or that I wasn't eating the right things and I needed to gain weight. I was even dumped by a girl who "Couldn't be with someone so skinny". And if you can imagine this, there were many ladies that wouldn't date me because I didn't make them feel safe because I couldn't "protect them" (Apparently being in shape and muscular isn't as effective as being flabby and easily winded...) . Baffling!<br /><br />Now, years have passed and because of a job where I sit on my tush all day. I've gained about 55 lbs. Now I'm too chubby, or unhealthy, or (insert unfathomable reason). The reality is that because people all have differing views of what is "right". You'll never get everyone agreeing on what is the right size/weight and what isn't. <br /><br />I can say this: You need to be exactly the weight you need to be to feel good about yourself (and be healthy, duh!). Everyone else can stuff it!<br /><br />The one thing that I've learned is that in the long run the "pounds" don't matter. (Its the tens of pounds that matter!! ;-) ) Remember, the human body will flucuate a couple pounds up and down because of various "factors". (You know, water retention, turkey dinner, exercise, sunspots...)<br /><br />From a fellow that doesn't know you personally, I'd like to say that you look fabulous. Period. No comparisons, no reference to anything other time frame, just fabulous.<br /><br />You have a great sense of style and I think you are doing a wonderful job with your blog and your photos. I'm glad to see you posting again!<br /><br />Cheers<br />(PS: I discovered a myriad of grammatical mistakes, so I deleted and reposted this comment)Gordohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04737265994164469018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402586630342312864.post-6379518919314434762013-03-24T18:59:08.967-05:002013-03-24T18:59:08.967-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Gordohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04737265994164469018noreply@blogger.com