Leslie: The Scrunchie Headband

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07/16/2010

"I remembered laying this outfit on my bed the night before fifth grade school photos were being taken. You can't tell but in addition to the matching denim top, scrunchie headband and earrings, I was rocking a denim skirt with a zip-off ruffle. This shot was taken before my mom noticed I was gaining weight despite eating only lettuce and doing Jane Fonda in the den -- she took me to the doctor, who diagnosed my hypothyroidism. I was soon put on medication and shot up about a foot while remaining the same weight. I'm sure it's no coincidence that I make my living today as a women's health writer and body image blogger." --Leslie

After the jump, Leslie today...

Find more about Leslie at www.lesliegoldmanwrites.com.

Posted on 07/16/2010 in fashion victims, hair issues, school portraits, scrunchies | Permalink

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Les - my favorite is the stone-washed shirt. LOVE IT!!!!

Posted by: Lauren | 07/16/2010 at 02:09 PM

You are sooo sweet looking! makes me happy.

Posted by: jd | 08/07/2010 at 10:37 AM

This gives me hope for my future!

Posted by: Claudia | 09/15/2010 at 02:29 AM

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