Progress

Sometimes we do things we don't really mean to do, but they just happen; and sometimes we choose to just let things go and let things be. This past year I had allowed myself to stop exercising as much as I used to. Perhaps it was burnout from trying to be in shape for my wedding, or I just simply just let that go. My gym is right down the road from my school, I used to go afterschool on my way home. Much of that stopped once I became grade level chair for my team. When I took the position I thought it meant going to a meeting every once in a while. HA! I have since given up the position for next year, and when I talked to the girl who would be taking over that job (I offered it to her), I told her that it was far more than just one meeting. Actually, I would say it is probably one of the worst positions to have in a school. You are expected to issue out commands from the boss, but you have absolutely no control over any of the decisions that are made. Unfortunately, the other teachers think that you DO have control, when really you have none. It was way more than I wanted, and I wanted my life back. 

So this summer my main goals were to get back in shape and get my eating habits under control. As soon as I got back from Disney I started exercising more, and I could feel the difference immediately--at least in my muscle tone. I didn't really start to get my eating habits under control until last week, and this week I have been eating a ton more veggies, lean protein, whole grains and no starch. Oh, and I've been drinking a ton of water. Wow! What a difference that can make! I used to eat and exercise like that before I moved to VA Beach, but with life being as chaotic as it was, some things just fell to the wayside. And finally, when I put on my shorts, in a size 10, they are once again loose! I have this one skirt in a size 6, and it's no longer as tight...so even though I am just trying to be healthier, my body is showing its appreciation. That does feel good!