One More

That's one more pound to go before I reach my goal!!! I can't even begin to explain how good it feels to have made it this far already. When I started this journey I honestly didn't think I would do it. I wanted it badly of course, but how many times had a I started a diet only to fail and give up within a few weeks? More than I care to admit. So, I just didnt have that much faith in myself. But, I knew that I wasn't in it alone this time. I needed to be just as much of an encouragement to others and they were being to me. I couldn't let them or myself down. Slowly but surely I started to see changes and it felt good. And once I started seeing my body change there was just no going back. It has not been an easy journey,  but it has been worth the effort in every way! I hope that I will be able to maintain this new life style permanetly. I don't want to always be on a diet, but I want to always be concious of what I am putting into my body. The strangest thing is, is that I have actually come to enjoy exercising...gasp! There are some days when I honestly don't feel like doing any, but for the most part I really like it. It makes me feel good and gives me energy. And I love that I am starting to get some defintion in a few certain spots...bye bye jiggle! Of course, I still have some more toning to do, but one step at a time right?

I sure hope that I have been an encouragement to those of you who are stuggling. I believe in you and I believe that if you want it bad enough you can do it! You just have to find what works for you! Just remember, even small changes can make a big difference over time. You don't have to go all out at once if that is too overwhelming for you. But, whatever you do, don't give up. Keep trying and be forgiving to yourself.

One more thing before I go....Thank you to all my friends and family who have been such an encouragement to me through this journey! I know that I would not have succeeded if it were not for you! Thank you for keeping me in check and helping me through the difficult times. And thank you for all your kind words!!! I love you all so much!!!