Hello all

Everywhere I go there is a magazine, commercial, or ad somewhere about eating right, being healthy, losing weight, and whatever is the going trend of health these days. I have to admit, it gets so overwhelming, that some days I don't even want to get out of bed because I think others will judge me for my less than healthy figure. I get it. Its good to exercise, eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, and get plenty of sleep. What some people may not realize is that I am trying. Those 16 pounds that I lost in the spring and early summer was a triumph for me. I planned my meals, exercised daily, and managed my sleep well. Even with that success, I am still overweight. People forget that its the small steps that count. When I choose to do something good for myself, even something very small, I feel like doing a victory/happy dance. And why should I feel any different? Success needs to be celebrated. So, I look forward to sharing my life here, and all the adventures that I experience along the way. I hope you will come join me and learn some things that can help you too.