Changes

It's official.  I am the mother of a one year old toddler.  Things are changing around the house.  He also decided that it was time to wean, so I am no longer getting my early morning baby snuggles while he nurses.  *sigh*

With that comes the realization that it is time to do something about the remaining baby weight.  Nursing will no longer be helping me lose the weight, so it is time for a new plan.  After encouraging a friend today who just started Weight Watchers (hereafter WW), I realized that I needed a plan.  I used WW a few years ago and had great success - losing over 20 lbs.  Of course, I am starting all over again now!

So, tonight after dinner, I went online and signed up for WW online.

It would be easy to say "I've done this before" or "I know how to do this" and rest on my laurels.  However, I am a different person in a different situation.  Last time I did weekly meetings at work, so this online "thing" will be different.  I also had a competition with some other girls I worked with for a mani/pedi (and I won!).  This time it is just me, getting back in shape and getting healthy. I hope I find I am as motivated and successful as before.

I am asking those of you who have regular contact with me to help keep me motivated and accountable.  I want to be back in my old wardrobe, but the big thing is being healthy and more energetic for my family.  Please help me keep my focus, and talk me through the "plateau" weeks.  And if you are with me, definitely talk me out of the extra helping of dessert!

I couldn't do this without determination, and help from my family and friends.  Most of all keep reminding me to take it to the Lord in prayer.  I am not always the most disciplined person (no snickering!), but I know that if it is His will - I will accomplish my goal.

As things continue to change around my house - I'm hoping that my external changes won't be the only changes.  I'm hoping that this will be a journey in praying without ceasing and seeing other changes for the better in my life.  Journey with me, and we'll see how things go!