Following the Path

You may not be religious and that's ok. I love my faith. It gives me peace. It helps explain the unexplainable and makes me feel less alone. I feel like God has set me up for success this time around and it is just my job to follow the path that has been laid out for me.

If you have read any previous posts, you know, I struggle. A lot. I have had so many failure attempts that I've just lost faith in myself. On a whim, my boyfriend asked me what I wanted for Christmas and I (even surprising myself) suggested Weight Watchers. I've tried WW multiple times before but I am a financial worrier and also quit by the 2nd month convinced I can do it on my own but I never do.

So, I suggested paying for a couple of months of Monthly Pass and within a few days I received a 50% off pass if you purchase 6 months in advance! PERFECT! *sign from above noted* Not ONLY that, I am a teacher and I received $65 in gift cards to Applebee's. No where else but Applebee's. Coincidence? I think not. (for those of you who  don't know, Applebee's has a WW friendly menu) I'm embracing these opportunities and taking it one day at a time.

I've been on plan for 4 days now and truthfully, it has been challenging. It was EASIER to go through the drive through. It was EASIER to grab anything at the grocery that tasted good. The feeling of control is 10 times better than the shame that came with those "easy" choices.

 

I also have a great milestone to shoot for. I know EXACTLY what I weighed in this picture. For a couple of years now, I have used this as my motivation picture. Naturally, I thought I was fat. I had indulged way too much and weighed in at 148 that morning. I would LOVE to weigh 148. It is a happy weight for me. The picture was taken nine summers ago in Destin on vacation. I still have the shirt I'm wearing. This August will be the 10th anniversary of that picture being taken and I kind of want a little recreate!

I have lots of hopes, dreams, goals and plans for this next year. I love writing. It is my passion. So my first goal is to be a better blogger and chronicler of this never ending journey!