I did it!

Last May I set a goal to lose 70 lbs before I walk across stage at my college graduation on May 17, 2014.  I thought it was a huge goal but also knew  I could do it if I tried.  This morning, a little less than 2 months earlier than I originally intended, I reached my goal!  Along the way there have been many amazing benefits to losing weight and getting healthy. For example I no longer struggle with the pain and fatigue of fibromylagia and as of this week I’m stopping my blood pressure medicine. I have the energy I need to keep up with and enjoy my 3 amazing sons.

I feel better and look better than I have ever have. I am eager to see what is next on the horizon in my life. So what does someone do who finally reaches their weight goal? Well I got up this morning, put on my workout clothes and exercised. I will continue to keep track of what I eat as well as my weight. I will do the same tomorrow, the next day, and the next day. For me losing weight has been a journey, and that journey doesn’t end with a number on a scale. Because it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey. I will be on this journey every day for the rest of my life because I know it helps me be a healthier and happier mom, wife, student, volunteer, and friend.

I look forward to celebrating with all of you in May after I graduate. This last year has been full of ups and downs, but every single moment has been worth it.  I thought I’d be ecstatic when I saw that number on the scale, but it’s been such an overwhelming week of milestones that I have been crying more than anything as I look back from where I am to where I was.  I thank you all for your encouragement and support but most of all I know God deserves all the praise. I couldn’t have gotten here without the daily answered prayers for health, strength and energy. Each day is a gift from God, and I intend to continue to be a good steward of the body He gave me so that I can do what He’s called me to do.