TheNewMe

Well, I did my first 5K this past weekend. It was a mud run and lots of fun especially with our team. I plan on doing it again and would like to try more of that variety. I don't look forward to running in any but hiking like that would be great. I have reached a point in my journey where I am not exactly happy with myself and I know I shouldn't feel that way. Perhaps if I got out every day and walked like I was supposed to I would feel different. I wonder if anyone else gets to this point and when will I be happy enough with myself without beating myself up about it. I know how far I have come but I still look ahead to what I still want to accomplish. Is that wrong? And, if and when I reach that goal will it be enough for me then? Okay, moving on to updates. Lee is still doing fine, although it seems as though I really don't get to talk with him much these days due to schedules and scouts and exhaustion. Chris is still doing scouts and needs to get his butt in gear...

I stepped on the scale this morning. It is something we do more than we should but I have been trying to break a barrier. I set my sights to get under 200 and guess what?! It finally happened!!!  199. I know it is only a pound under 200, but I will take it!!!You know why? Because EVERY little pound counts. I have lost another 4 inches as well. I am so happy because I feel so much better about myself and am healthier than I have been in a long time. For my friends who are still struggling with weight loss and similar issues. Keep on keepin on! I still struggle with the snacking issue. I always will, but I have to keep on going  because I am important, not only to myself but to my family and most importantly to God who gives me more strength and credit than I deserve. Family Update: Lee has lost some pounds as well and still looking good! Chris is still getting taller and his voice deepens every week. Jamie is still struggling with allergies and eczema and is sta...

Well, my doctors are pleased with my progress so far. I don't know if I will ever reach my goal weight, but I am happy with my health progress thus far. I feel amazing and it is nice when people notice the change. I would like to take credit for it all, but I know that God has brought me through this journey and He will not leave my side as I continue. I give all glory to Him because He made me strong enough to handle this. I weighed today and am happy to say that the scales are moving again. I am down to 202 - down 128 pounds from when I started. I still have an addiction to snacking so I am working on not buying things like that. Even though they are not bad for me, they are bad when not used in moderation so until I can conquer such a problem they are off the menu. I have lost another 5 inches, which means a total of 64.75 inches off of my body since September. Hallelujah! AND we took a family trip on Monday and had a great time. We stopped at an overlook to take some pictur...

Well. today marks a special occasion for me. I got into a size 14 today. This may not sound like a lot, but let me tell you where I am coming from. Before my weight loss journey, I was a size 26 without hope that I would ever see a size 14 ever again. The last time I saw a size 14 was right before I got married (24 years ago this June). Yes, they are still a little snug - but, I am wearing them today and they look good. I still have about 63 more pounds to go and a ways to go physically, but I am a very happy girl today because this means a lot. I will do my happy dance today while celebrating St. Patrick's Day.  Family Update: Lee: Is amazing. He hasn't been feeling well lately so pray that he will get better soon. Chris: Is almost as tall as his dad and is doing very well. Jamie: Is changing so much especially lately. Kobi: Dogs really don't change that much. Penny: I think she is going to stay small which is okay for a cat. Geoffry and...

Well, Here is my update: I am feeling so good! I remember the Frosted Flakes commercials with Tony the Tiger saying "They're GREAT!!!". That is how I feel. I am down to 218. I haven't been this weight for over 19 years. Exercise is something that I want to do now. I don't even really dread it. Zumba was fun this morning and when I get home I will do my weights and more cardio and strength training. I feel alive. God is teaching me the value of caring for myself so that I can be of value to Him and my family.  Speaking of family: Lee is doing well. He is helping me by being my cook and telling me how good I look, plus he started a challenge for himself today so we can do this together. Chris is slowly turning into a man. He cut his hair this past weekend and it looks Marine-like. He looks so grown and is doing well and serving in the church. Jamie is okay. She has been sick for a while, but I think she is just fine especially when her ...

Wait for it.....Celebrate with me!!! As of today, I have lost 100 pounds and 44.75 inches off my body. My journey that started when I moved to Pennsylvania in December of 2013 is over half way to goal. I am COMPLETELY off of medications and machines for blood pressure, asthma, and sleep apnea. I feel great and not looking too shabby, if I do say so myself-(it is okay because others say so too). Thanks to a lot of prayers and support from so many people, I am on the right track. Thanks to my Great and Holy Savior who is teaching me more and more each day about how great life can be.  Family Update: Lee has been a little on the sick side this week, but is on the mend and happy. Chris is getting taller and handsomer by the minute. Jamie is getting her tonsils taken out tomorrow-we're hoping it will help with her allergies. Kobi is still a dog and sweet sometimes and annoying all at the same time. We have a new addition since Christmas, Penny a beautiful calico kitten....

I am just feeling AMAZING today! I don't see my doctor again until next week, however I had to go today and get lab work done so I weighed while I was there. 245. 245!!! Only 100 pounds to go until goal weight and only 15 pounds to go until I have lost 100 pounds. WOW ! Then, I stopped by the pharmacy to check my blood pressure- 115/77- I have not seen these kind of numbers since well before I had children over 18 years ago. I am now officially off of blood pressure medicine. Since September 7, I have lost 34.75 inches from my body. I feel great and even though I still have a ways to go, I have come so far. My God has seen me through my struggles and is continuing to bless me every day. I will win this fight because He has already won it for me. Family update: Lee: Is doing fine and is really starting to enjoy the holiday season. Chris: Still in Boy Scouts and just turned 14! Jamie: Still in Girl Scouts and just had allergy testing. She will start getting weekly sho...