First Successful Month

I had a very great first month with my new lifestyle change. I am feeling motivated to begin on another and see where the journey takes me. Here are the most recent stats:


(And yes Jim, I am finally 'fessing up to my actual weight and their real numbers because I know you love every inch of me whether it's squishy or not.)

November 4, 2009:

• weight: 274.5
• BMI: 45.7

December 6, 2009:

• weight: 251.5
• BMI: 41.9

Drum roll....that's a 23 pound loss! What things have I noticed changing so far?

• I have lost some of the puffiness in my face and hands. My wedding ring is getting a bit loose!
• I CAN bend over and tie my shoes with a lot less huffing and puffing
• I am freezing all the time and think that is because I have lost a layer of insulation....(it's a theory)
• my cravings have diminished for the most part (there is an occasional desire to eat something fast-foodish...but only when I put myself into that situation without eating on my schedule)
• Less short-windedness when I am walking or climbing the stairs
• clothes are fitting more comfortably, some are too loose and most in my closet now fit me which hadn't in a long while
• My hair seems so much more healthy (I think it is the extra protein I am eating)
• Should have been my #1: My blood sugars seem to be in control and within a healthy range
• Sleeping much better
• Overall more positive feelings about myself

I could probably have added more, but you get the picture.