One Month Anniversary

OK...today was a weigh in day and I must admit that I was a bit disappointed at only losing 1.6lbs this week.  But...I decided to step back and take a look at the big picture.  In the first month of this unexpected Journey...I have lost 12.6lbs...that is 3.15 pounds per week which means that I am on track for my goal of losing 120lbs by August 17th 2013. 
I have had several people tell me that I am going to have days/weeks like this where I feel like I worked really hard and maintained my diet and did not see the results I was hoping for...I am grateful for the reminder! I must admit I have been afraid that I would get discouraged on weeks like this...but strangely and I do think it is a bit strange...I do not feel discouraged.  Like I said, I did have to remind myself to look at the big picture and trust this process is going exactly as it should for today! 
I knew coming in to this that I would have to make adjustments, learn more about how to eat healthy, change some of my behaviors and maintain a healthy attitude along the way...oh... and keep my sense of humor!!  I really can't afford to take myself too seriously...that would be a waste of a good Journey!  I saw this today posted on Twitter by one of Kerri Walsh's followers.  I love it!

So...since it has been a month...It is time for a recap.  I figure if someone starts reading this blog now...a recap might be helpful.  Plus...the recap helps me see the "big picture"

• I, while watching the Olympics and particularly while watching Misty May and Kerri Walsh win their 3rd consecutive Gold medal in Women's Beach Volleyball, became overwhelmingly inspired to make a big change in my life.
• I decided that big Change would be to lose 120 lbs by August 17th 2013.
• As a fun final goal I decided that I wanted to plan to play a real, live action VB game on August 17th 2013
• I joined the YMCA.
• Furthermore, I decided to blog about my Journey on a daily basis as a motivational tool for myself.
• I have chosen to share this Journey with my friends, family...anyone who wants to go along!
• I tweet regular weekly updates to Misty May and Kerri Walsh...and again, hope I am not making a fool out of myself
• Kerri Walsh has responded not once...but TWICE!  Amazing!
• Have received UNBELIEVABLE support from my family, friends and complete strangers!  Also Amazing!
• I have seen God's Blessings around every corner.
• Bought new Fluffy Girl workout clothes...including a rockin MaWa Inspired Headband
• Went from walking one mile to 2 miles in less than a month.
• Rode 10 miles on recumbent bike for the 1st time
• Working out 5 days per week
• Became Emily's Volleyball coach (Church League)
• Have seen my glucose levels change DRAMATICALLY!
• Went Kayaking for the 1st time
• Have other folks joining me on the Journey...working out and losing weight!  Go Journey 120!
• Getting great ideas, recipes, exercise tips from my wonderful family, friends and co-workers!
• Still inspired in Week 4
• Realized when it gets tough...You just have to Start Peddling and Keep Peddling
• Feeling BETTER everyday
• Have Lost 12.6lbs in 1 month
• Have a renewed Faith and am ready to take on Week 5!
• ODAT

Again, I know I say it a lot...but it can not be said enough.  Thank  you to all of you for your continued support and love.  Love is a powerful thing and I am feeling it!  I look forward to the rest of the Journey...
MAWA!!!!!