Dear Jen,
Your daughter’s not looking at the extra weight you’ve put on. She’s not looking at the cellulite you’re concerned about, or the varicose veins. What she DOES notice is how you carry yourself. She’s learning how to love herself. How will she learn to love herself if she doesn’t see you loving YOURself? You have to do better! Play in the water with her. No more saying, “I’ll be more fun after I lose weight and feel more comfortable in a swimsuit.” Even when you were younger and smaller, you still weren’t good enough in your own eyes. God says you are chosen, set apart, redeemed, fearfully and wonderfully made, precious in His eyes, His treasured posession. She’s watching and learning from you… do better.