The Numbers

I knew at some point I would be brave enough to share the numbers of where I started on this weight loss journey. I guess today is as good a time as any.
I am humiliated by where I started, but I am beyond proud of where I am. Probably what makes me the most proud though is the fact that how I  have done it all is simply by hardwork and dedication. No dieting. No pills. No shakes. Just what goes in--must be worked off. The weight at this point seems to be just falling off. My mom gave me her elliptical to use and due to cold Indiana winter hitting the treadmill is in full use as well. Let's not waste anymore time. :)
2.12.13, weight was 258.2 lbs--this is the nearest date and weight that I know of closest to my journey's start. The picture of me in the green shirt that I have been using in my comparisons is from Feb. as well so it seems to work out.
12.?.13, weight was 210.5 lbs! YAY!!!
I have been a size 22 for I can't even tell you how long! Last Thursday, I went and bought 2 pairs of size 18 jeans. Saturday, I had to go back and buy 2 pair of 16's and I am already  having to roll them at the waist because they are too big. I am positive I am down to a 14, but seeing as I spent $100 on jeans from Thursday to Saturday--I will try to hold off on buying 14's because we are pretty broke right now.
People keep telling me that I have changed. I take offense to that because I feel like the change that has been made is that I am happy. I feel MUCH better and therefore my mood has improved. Seems some aren't a fan.
I haven't set any goals along the way. I have no clue as to where I want to go or where I want to be through all of this, but I just want to keep going. My 32nd birthday is a week from Friday--I would love nothing more than to be under 200 lbs. by that birthday. I don't really know why and I won't be upset if I am not, but it is just something to look forward to. I kind of just want to see if I can do it. :)