December 25, 2007
Today's Weight: 263
Today my husband was talking with his parents and they mentioned that in the Christmas letter they received from us last week, they noticed that I looked like I had lost weight. Dh proudly told them that I had lost 27 pounds on Atkins. YAY! It's nice to have that validation, and to know that others can see the changes in me, just like I can.
When I look at the mirror, I do see in imperfect body still. My thighs are still jiggly and I still have a flabby belly. But I'm seeing improvements that really excite me. The biggest improvement? The smile on my face, of course. Since losing 27 pounds, I have gained a new confidence and demeanor that I haven't know for quite sometime now. It's nice to feel proud of yourself again. To feel confident and proud.
The greatest Christmas present I could give myself is my own health and happiness. I am taking control of what I put in my body. I am making healthy choices to keep myself in good shape...physically and emotionally. Not only will *I* win, but my family will, too. My kids have a mommy who will live longer and be able to play with them and have the energy to keep up with them.
I thank God for helping me make good choices everyday. I am not perfect. Sometimes I blow it...like yesterday when I got carried away with the sugar free cookies and other poor choices and ended up with over 75 g of carbs!! But overall, I am making better choices and taking charge of my life and my health. For that, I am proud. The best part is now I realize that life is not all or nothing. And when you fall down, you just need to get back up. And it's okay.
Merry Christmas everyone, and have a happy low carb day!
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