Work In Progress

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Deciding to be selfish and putting my health first has been the BEST decision I have made in a long time. October 2nd will conclude my 30 Day commitment. I am looking forward to the morning of October 3rd. On that morning, I will weigh myself and measure my waist. I am excited to find out how much I've lost and how much I've gained. I already know I've lost inches from my waist because I had to punch new holes in belt. I must be looking different too because a couple of my friends asked if I had lost weight. One of my friends asked me if I'm on a diet. I told her I am NOT on a diet, I'm on a path to a healthier life style, making healthy habits a part of my life, and I have stopped living in fear. *inhaling a deep breath* I feel so much better than I did a year ago, 1/2 a year ago, 8 weeks ago, ... and I am still a work in progress.

I used to think I was too busy to loose weight, but now I'm seeing first hand I am loosing weight and still do everything I have been doing. 

I used to think loosing weight meant hitting the gym everyday, but now I'm seeing I have not been to the gym at all.

I used to think I had to become a rabbit and eat lettuce all the time, so not true. I had salmon for dinner.

I used to think I would not be able to go out to dinner with my friends. Not true. I've been to Chili's and a new local Himalayan Cafe too.

 I think I'm going to start taking pictures of my food and posting them. I am eating, eating real food, it tastes good, and I feel great! I have not worn my knee brace in weeks nor have I had to ice my knees either. YES! Can't wait to see what I find out on October 3rd.

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