Monday, December 26, 2011

Seven Days and Counting

Baby?
I am so happy that many of you have decided to join me in this challenge. It is not about losing weight (or gaining weight) it is about making changes to our lifestyle that are more conducive to a healthier way of living. For me, that included shedding a minimum of 30 pounds, but my personal goal is 50 pounds.  I would tell you my starting weight, but I understand that what I put into cyber space remains forever, heaven forbid that number linger out there forever!  I am not proud of my weight, in fact I am embarrassed that I have allowed myself to reach a weight that I know is not healthy. I have high blood pressure, border line diabetic, thyroid issues, but the bottom line is I have a disease known as "laziness"!  I hate taking journeys alone so I am thrilled you are traveling with me. Together we can make changes that we can be proud of.  So, what are your goals? How can I help?  I will start by posting a photograph of me. On a recent trip to Italy someone shot this photo and posted it to facebook. I immediately removed the tagged and deleted it from my profile photos.  I hate this picture!  I actually cried when I saw it for the first time.  I thought to myself...."Gee, wonder how soon I am giving birth to my sixth child?" However, it is my motivation to FINALLY get over the laziness and do something about my weight.  I have other lifestyle changes coming as well...but I'll save those for another day.  Seven days and counting ladies...are you ready?