hey, i really think that u should just date this kid ur crushing on bcuz if he likes u then what have u got to lose. i mean if he likes u already than that means he doesnt care if ur overweight a bit... and about the model thing... yah i used to be a model but i quit bcuz the ppl were way to harsh on me i almost went anorexic. now im back to normal ( 112 lbs 5'4) but i hated the modeling experiance.... take my advice- lose some of the extra pounds but once u look good to u, then u shouldnt go about having other ppl putting u down on how much more weight u need to lose and that ur love handles are too big.... im just saying