About Skinny Emmie: Weight Loss Blogger

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Bio:

Skinny Emmie is a twenty-something thirty year old weight loss blogger who lives in Kentucky. This happily married marketing professional is on a 255 pound weight loss journey, after being morbidly obese a large portion of her life. Becoming “Skinny Emmie” isn’t about being thin, it’s about being happy, healthy and confident.

  • Skinny Emmie is NOT thin- not by a mile. Realize this might be confusing to some. Keep reading, and watch the videos below.
  • Skinny Emmie is NOT your typical weight loss blog. No fluff, no candy-coating
  • Skinny Emmie is NOT a fat advocate, nor is she ANTI-fat advocacy. Skinny Emmie is simply someone writing about her own experiences, not trying to push any agenda. Those who do push agendas on their own though, are fine with Skinny Emmie. Except for MeMe Roth. She can kiss my big fat ass.
  • Skinny Emmie is NOT an expert on diet or exercise.
  • Skinny Emmie is NOT a pushover. Any harassing comments will be deleted, because Skinny Emmie is about positivity.
  • Editing on 8.4.10 to add: check out this post, I think it gives a good representation of what I write about and where I’ve been: Fattie Gets Fit

Skinny Emmie’s definition of skinny:

Skinny is being happy in your own skin. Growing up, fat girls want to be skinny. Hell, skinny girls wanted to be skinnier. The Skinny Emmie behind this blog is the person who always thought “if I were skinny, I could do X” or “if I were skinny, people would like me.” I’m Emily (aka Emmie, duh), and I’m ready for a change. Yes, I’m fat. Yes, I’m very fat. Would I like to be less fat? Yes. This is why some fat acceptance people won’t like what I’m writing about, because this blog is about my journey to find my “Skinny Emmie:” that person inside of me who feels healthy and great and doesn’t let external appearences slow her down.  Part of this journey for me is weight loss, but only as a result of getting more in shape- not solely for vanity purposes.

BUT WAIT, DON’T LEAVE YET MEMBERS OF THE FATOSPHERE!

I started this journey very large. Size 32 large. This means I was almost too big to shop at the super plus size stores, forget regular plus size stores. This means that I was very, very easily winded by half a flight of stairs, and that my ass didn’t (and still doesn’t) fit a lot of places. It means that my feet and legs were (and sometimes still are) are swollen a lot because of poor circulation. It takes so much effort to fight fat stereotypes that I had become one- lazy. I’d become beaten down by societal pressures that made me feel like I’m not worthy of a full and meaningful life. I’m not happy with this “Fat Emmie” attitude. Skinny Emmie is my rebellion.

What the goal of this blog is: finding my Skinny Emmie, YES, encompasses an aspect of getting healthy. But you know what? I have never been under 200 pounds since I was 13.  I don’t really know what “Skinny” means for me, but I’m trying to figure it out.

Becoming “Skinny Emmie” is about becoming healthy and happy. That’s it. If it means I’m 275 pounds, so be it- that will be my Skinny. If it means I’m 200 pounds, so be it. This is my project in feeling physically better, and healing myself emotionally from the invisible scars that I’ve accumulated over the years. Fat Emmie doesn’t even have to be Fat. If I get to 160 pounds and still have the same emotional baggage and outlook on life, I AM STILL FAT.

Here’s a quick video for you that should explain more:

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  • jaune

    hi emmie,

    your enthusiasm is amazing. BRAVO keep it up :)
    i’m just beginning my weight loss journey. initially i was worried with the amount of weight i have to lose (100+ pounds), thinking how am i ever going to lose ALL that weight! But i’m telling myself to forget about the numbers and go with small goals. When i first started briskwalking, my mantra was “Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ but that is such a ‘mouthful’ so i went with ‘No Diabetes, No Diabetes’ :P PP
    looking forward to more of your blogs and tweets :)

    jaune

  • http://alltheweigh2009.blogspot.com Kenz @ All The Weigh

    Again..I’m so excited to have found your site Emmie! Thanks for being here!

  • http://alilofthisalilofthat.wordpress.com Leah

    Just found you! Can’t wait to read more :)

  • Lissette Core

    I love your attitude!!!!!! Congrats on your weight-loss : )

  • http://pathtofab.wordpress.com Alejandra

    Emmie, I just recently found your blog and have been spending hours (at work ooops!) reading it. So inspirational!

    • Samantha

      ALEJANDRA- ME TOO!! I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS BLOG. I AM ALSO A MEMBER OF THE FATOSPHERE. I AM TRYING TO FIND MY SKINNY SAMMY. :)

  • http://futurelawyermodelmama.blogspot.com Cicely

    Hi Emmie! Love love love your blog. Just recently began reading it via a friend’s FB link. I’m a Kentuckian too and soooo applaud you for the progress you have made and continue to make. I am on my own journey to lose 75lbs among other things and truly appreciate ur perserverance.

  • http://www.CurvyGoddessLounge.com Plus Size Workout with The Curvy Goddess

    You are SENSATIONAL Emmie! You inspired me to go on my 100 Day Fitness Challenge. Today is Day 2! Yes. A plus size NYC personal trainer has her issues too. xoxo.

  • Malisa

    i just found this blog today and i love what ur doing and that ur working hard on it keep it up :)

  • http://www.eatsavetravel.com Liz | EatSaveTravel

    I love your blog! You are an inspiration! Keep up the good work :)

  • http://dietplaid.wordpress.com/ Jen

    Love your blog! I read that article on Roth and almost peed myself. Not anorexic, but doesn’t eat until after she’s worked out…so 4pm.  What a hoot.

    Anywho, I’m tracking my progress on my blog too. I’m not obese, but overweight and have never been comfortable in my skin except for a couple years in high school when I got more in shape. Back to square 1! I’m working on being a fitter, happier tomboy.

  • Able

    Just stumbled over your blog.   Keep up the effort every day!

  • rp491

    I just ended up here.  and let me tell you… i needed this.  i’m a 350 pound girl that is trying to lose weight to survive.  i don’t want to live like this forever, but i’m struggling to do this weight loss thing alone.  i’m a third generation – big girl…. and i know what my future holds if i don’t fix this.  so thank you for this.  this is so needed for me.

    • http://www.skinnyemmie.com skinnyemmie

      you can do it- your future is YOURS to make. Yes, history shapes where we might be now, but it does not determine where we’re going! Wishing you the best. 

  • RVB

    You and your blog are amazing. I’m not a long winded gal so I’ll sum it up nicely: Thank you. 

  • http://www.facebook.com/MizzRose87 Ashley Sharp

    You Inspire Me In So Many Ways You Have So Much Confidence In Losing Weight Your My Weight Loss Hero And Also What Kind Of Healthy Things Do You Recommend 4 A Evening  Snack Good Luck 2 u on ur journey 2 ur weight loss

  • The thin seeker

    Loved reading your manifesto. I am looking forward to reading your blog. I too am on a similar mission. I too want the same things that you do, I also have to do it for health reasons as I’ve started down the pre-diabetes path. Hope that we can support each other through this journey.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=778370969 Cat A. Brasseur

    Wow.  You are an inspiration to me.  I’ve been skinny all my life, until I quit competitive swimming (but kept the athletic appetite).  I lost the weight in college and in my 20′s but when the kids came along I gained nearly a hundred pounds with each one.  I’m now only about 50 pounds overweight, but I’m also pushing 50 (read turned 49 this year) and losing the weight has been a struggle.  You look great.  You’re attitude is the one I need to keep foremost in my mind, because discouragement is plaguing me now. I love your blog.  I’m putting your blog on my phone so I can read from anywhere.  Thanks for the inspiration to just get up and keep trying. 

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    You are true inspiration for all of us struggling with gaining control over our bodies. Keep up the good work. 

  • http://eatjustone.wordpress.com Alexandra

    Glad to have found your blog, Emmie! I just realized, for the first time in my life, that being overweight doesn’t mean I can’t feel pretty. I’ve spent more money on make-up and accessories in the past month than I have in my entire life. Your blog is a true inspiration!!

  • http://www.fis4feminism.wordpress.com Matti

    Hi Emmie, I just wanted to tell you that I am a fat acceptance type, but I love what you are doing. Fat acceptance shouldn’t ever mean telling someone they aren’t allowed to change themselves. I suppose I’m more of a size positive person. People should be the size they CHOOSE to be, for whatever reason that is. Putting a moral value on size or reasons for being that size is just silly!  I, too, am trying to live more healthfully, but my goals are different than your. I wish you the very best of luck!

  • Bree 1196

    I love your blog! It’s so inspiring. I’m in high school, and Im not “fat” (I’m semi-athletic), but Im not very healthy-living. If I were to continue my bad eating/minimal/on-and-off good habits, I would become overweight. So I’m striving to be a “Skinny Emmie”! (healthy, confident, and thriving). Whenever I feel a little down or if I have a bad, unproductive, junk-food-filled day, I’ll check back here to pep myself back up.

    Thankyou for your positive, productive attitude! x

  • Devona

    I do not know you or your journey but are proud and admire what you are doing.  Not just the weight loss but the positive attitude as well.   You are a child of God which he loves you just how you are.  This (all of this) is a part of who you are and if you are happy, I am sure He is happy with you.  Good luck Emmie, keep your drive and your faith, no one on earth can take away anything heaven sent.

  • http://www.facebook.com/sarah.mccown Sarah McCown

    Emmie, I’m hoping you’ll let my join you on your journey, because even though I just discovered you, I love you for what you’re doing, what you’re standing for: yourself. The beauty you know you have and you know you are is something you’re getting ready to show on the outside too.

  • Nicole Horning

    you are such and inspiration to me, I am at my heaviest right now at 320.. 4lbs heavier than i had my son at 3 years ago… I honestly cant remember the last time i weighed less than 250, I keep telling myself I can do it but I honestly dont know how or where to start, I have been “working” with my dr since Nov 2010 and it seems all wants to do is push his pen across the prescription tablet, since then I have gained 40lbs… So I am done asking drs for help… I came across your blog and You look absolutly beautiful and stunning, I admire what your trying to do for yourself… I am looking forward to following you more… Nicole

  • RecklessJo

    You are amazing, Emmie!! Thank you for your story – I’m privileged to watch you continue on toward your goal. So true that success is about getting started…I had hoped to start a new diet today, a turning point, but ending up binging yet again. Your journey encourages me to keep on going and not give up. Thanks. Looking forward to the future!

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