Updated below to enter my actual sad weight for initial weight for the Weight Loss Challenge.
So, I'm inspired to lose weight. I really am. (how could I not be inspired with over 100 people committed to the May Day challenge?) My goal is to lose ten pounds. It doesn't sound like much, but it is, and I'm grateful that in one month I could be a much smaller and a much happier me, but losing weight is difficult no matter what.
This week is also full of hurdles, Brian and I have a concert to attend on Thursday, I have meetings and lunch in Chicago on Friday and then I'll be seeing Wicked on Friday evening with dinner reservations beforehand. And let's not even talk about Mother's Day. Certainly there will be a gourmet breakfast involved (right? RIGHT?!?!) a wonderful lunch and a fattening dinner. But all these things are just meals, I can still be smart and move on to the next meal or day and have a weight loss come next Tuesday. Also, incorporating some form of activity into my life besides chasing my kids, doing laundry and eating nachos, would probably be a good idea.
Here's my story--
March 2004 208 lbs
January 2006 188 lbs
May 2006 155 lbs
May 2007 166 lbs
I want that 155 again.
I'm bringing sexy back. Well, at least skinny and healthy back. That would be good.
Hey there partner. I just wanted to cheer you on and let you know that I am in this with you. So, here's to our efforts to shedding some unwanted weight to reveal a healthier and happier us.
Posted by: Serving Him | May 07, 2007 at 11:38 PM
Hey Beth - Just dropping by to encourage you and say that "You can do it!". Your track record proves that you can. I believe in you. See you on the scales! :)
Michelle
Posted by: military mommy | May 08, 2007 at 12:07 AM
I can't wait to start tomorrow!
Thanks for posting your numbers! I'm much closer to the weight you began with and am inspired!
Also, I like your new "look!"
:) kittyhox
Posted by: kittyhox | May 08, 2007 at 12:21 AM
Wow, you have kept the majority of your weight off for several years. Good for you. I am sure you can get that last 10 pounds back off. Is there a bikini in your future????
Posted by: julie | May 08, 2007 at 01:12 AM
You can do this, I will be cheering for you.
Posted by: Denise | May 08, 2007 at 04:24 AM
I too like your new look - thanks for sponsoring this contest. I am looking forward to doing it with you! I love your blog.
Posted by: Dana | May 08, 2007 at 04:28 AM
I too like your new look - thanks for sponsoring this contest. I am looking forward to doing it with you! I love your blog.
Posted by: Dana | May 08, 2007 at 04:29 AM
Hi,
I just wanted to pop in and wish you all the best for the challenge.
Rachel xxx
http://jugglingmum.blogspot.com
Posted by: A Juggling Mum | May 08, 2007 at 05:01 AM
You can do it! It's really hard to stay at your ideal weight, but don't let that make you go in the other direction. We're here to help. Have a great weekend. I would love to see Wicked.
Posted by: Nancy | May 08, 2007 at 07:01 AM
I'm with you... My oldest has her bday party with the cake I am making, pizza, cokes and popcorn, of course. It's going to be hard, but we can do it!
Good luck!
Posted by: Homeschool Mama | May 08, 2007 at 08:27 AM
Wow, Beth, you've already done such a great job losing weight and keeping most of it off...I can't imagine that you won't drop that ten pounds during the Challenge! You inspire me!
Posted by: Southern Girl | May 08, 2007 at 08:28 AM
I'm inspired by you! I've been going to the gym 4 days a week since February and I've only lost 3 pounds. I have to either learn to stop stuffing my face or have lypo. Ha.
Good luck with the last ten! I know how tough that can be!
Posted by: dana | May 08, 2007 at 08:42 AM
Came by drop cheer you on. You can do it! I'm starting out slow. I'm getting on our swing set 2 times a day. Right now THAT winds me!
Posted by: fidget | May 08, 2007 at 09:17 AM
We can do this! Your weight loss is phenomenal and an inspiration to the rest of us!
Posted by: Robinznest | May 08, 2007 at 10:23 AM
Go Beth - you can get it back!
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 08, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Sometimes that "seemingly" insignificant 10 lbs is the hardest to lose! I'm here with you - you CAN bring sexy back! I want my size 10 back!!!
Posted by: Karen L | May 08, 2007 at 12:06 PM
How amazing are you to commit to being healthier for yourself and for your family! And, that you've rallied 100 people to join you!!! Wow! When you look back on this journey, it will be such a good feeling! You go sexy lady!
Posted by: Jenn | May 08, 2007 at 02:25 PM
Let's do it to it.
And I cannot BELIEVE you are going to see Wicked. Pardon me while I go pout.
Posted by: Thea | May 08, 2007 at 02:40 PM
You can do it! Decide what you really want to eat, what is really worth it.
Posted by: Nise' | May 08, 2007 at 02:42 PM
I'm so jealous that so many get to participate in the weight loss thingie...I'm preggo, so can't. :( Oh well, I'm at least working on getting more active.
Posted by: Faerylandmom | May 08, 2007 at 02:59 PM
You started 5 lbs within where I am now and your current weight is my eventual goal weight! Since you did it, it must mean so can I! Wa-hoo!
Posted by: Beth/Mom2TwoVikings | May 08, 2007 at 03:02 PM
Just wanted to stop by and encourage you in this endeavor. You can do it!
Posted by: Janne | May 08, 2007 at 03:11 PM
I am pulling for you, too. You can do it! I think you look great now, but want YOU to be happy!
Steph
Posted by: Adventures In Babywearing | May 08, 2007 at 03:21 PM
Oh you KNOW you will bring Sexy Back!!! The Outer Banks won't know what's hit them!! :-)
Posted by: Michelle | May 08, 2007 at 03:45 PM
Beth - you've already come so far! You can do this, no problem, even though it won't be easy. So unfair, the immediate hurtles you have, but hey - they're all really great things, so can't be too upset. You've got a great attitude and I look forward to cheering you on :-)
Posted by: Andrea | May 08, 2007 at 05:55 PM