Looking back

Mar 15, 2012

Today, I have been reflecting on my journey. I realize that I have come a long way, and although I still have a long ways to go, I am more equipped to handle the journey now.

For some reason, I have felt as though I am "stuck" at the same weight since Christmas. I looked back today at my charts here, and realized I have lost 28.8 pounds since Christmas!! That's not bad! A year ago, I would have been THRILLED with a 30 pound weight loss in under 3 months. Now, I am resentful it isn't more. Why? Did I really think this surgery was going to be a "Fix All" for my problem? Did I think I wasn't going to have to WORK for each pound?

I have decided its time to change up my workout. I know I have said it before, but I am actually doing it now! I signed up (and paid for) a Running Camp, and also for Piloxing. Two classes that will help jump start my loss! I have 2 Jillian Michael's DVDs at home, and my daughter and I will be starting on those this weekend. I am bound and determined to get in better shape ASAP. I have a vacation planned for Maine this summer, and will be spending a lot of time on the beach. I do not want to be there at 300 pounds! I NEED to work it off!!

I have lost over 100 pounds in the last year. I took a step that changed my life forever. I am glad I did, and have no regrets. I have changed the way I eat, my thoughts on food, and am working on coping with stress in better ways. My kids are more aware of nutrition and exercise and are getting healthier and healthier every day. I am able to do more at home and don't struggle to do simple things anymore. Life is getting better - it is up to me to make it even better than ever!!!

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