Weight Loss Challenge

So, I have decided to join Heather at Fit 'N Fabulous for a weight loss challenge. For those of you who know me, I am sure you are thinking...."Here she goes again!" I really struggle with losing weight. I have been on a diet, or at least have thought about being on a diet, since I was 8 years old. I remember that visit to the doctor's office like it was yesterday... Dr. Lyle, orange sundress, white gown, the dreaded word- DIET, and many tears!! Since then it has been a never-ending battle. I have tried everything from counting calories to liquid diets to diet pills. Now, it's time to use common sense and make a permanent lifestyle change! I know what to do... I need to eat an apple instead of a Snickers. I need to walk on the treadmill instead of sleeping a little longer. I need to drink water instead of Pepsi. I need to forgive myself when I slip up and recommit to the plan instead of letting one poor choice lead to a day, a week and eventually a month of poor decisions. And the list goes on....

In hopes of keeping myself motivated I made a list of reasons why I wanted to lose weight:
- to wear my original wedding band again
- to wear the many items of clothing that are taking up space in my closet
- to shop at regular clothing stores, not just ones with plus-size clothing
- to set a good example for my DD
- overall health
- to have a healthy pregnancy sometime soon
- to feel better

After losing the weight (30 lbs is a reasonable goal to get started), I want to:
- get family pictures made
- buy a pair of cute PJs
- go dancing with Mickey
- go SHOPPING!!
- visit someplace tropical/beachy

Well, wish me luck! The challenge officially starts tomorrow. If you want to join, head on over to Heather's blog and give her your stats. Good luck!