AWOL and back again.

OK, so once again I have been MIA!  I’m just lazy I guess.  Lazy about writing on my blog but not lazy about my running or weight loss journey!

Let’s start our catch-up with news on the fatty front. I am down a whopping 71.5 pounds!  Waaaaa-hooooooo!!!!  There have been many ups and downs obviously but I have somehow managed to stay focused long enough to get over the major hump.  Could it be that I have finally embraced the lifestyle change? Hahaa!  Now that I can see the light at the end of the tunnel I am amazed at how far I have traveled.  With approximately 25 pounds to go until I reach my goal I am amazed and proud that I have been this successful.  Loads of thanks for the massive support from my girls at MRC, my children and the friends that helped to keep me focused!

Am I still running?  Why, yes!  In fact, I have completed several 5K events, a 10K training program and am now about to begin training for my very first half marathon.  There have been times that I have wondered about my sanity but you know what?  I feel so empowered when I run that I realize it is something that I want to continue.  Quite a far cry from my first grumblings, whines and general b*tching about the entire thing, I know.  I am stronger in mind as well as body.  I enjoy my life more and truth be told, my children enjoy me more as well.

So, where do we go from here?  UPWARDS, baby!

Upward and onward!!!

I will endeavor to be more active on my blog as I travel down the half marathon torture, ermmm, training.  I will also strive to keep you better posted on my weight loss journey so you can celebrate (without food!) with me when I finally attain my goal weight.

Thanks for hanging in there with me!

Lots of love to you all.