Sorry Wendy~ I forget that the rest of the country isn't basking in 80 degree weather right now! Sorry!!! But maybe you can plan one for the spring! I think the calendar on Running in the USA will go month by month up to a year away, so you can check out what's available in May or June in your area. All that really matters is moving. Congrats on commiting to start walking/ dancing/ or any other activity that gets ya going. My hubby and I bought those Dance Dance Revolution pads for the Play Station, you know, the ones kids always do? It gives us quite the workout and we do the versus mode so we can compete against each other. It's almost embarrasing to admit we have those, the DDR or the Play Station since we don't have any kids! Enjoy your day! Kerri

Okay all my fellow Junebugs, it seems like many of us are down in the dumps about stalled weight loss, food demons, and lack of exercise. We know how hard this journey has been!!! Let's take back control! I would like to throw out a challenge out there. How about finding a race, cause, etc. that you would like to participate in, register for it, and complete it. I HATE to run, but starting to do these events has brought such a measure of pleasure in my life that I have gained a lot of self esteem by setting the goal and completing it. And, since many of them are for charity, you feel doubly good! What do you say... a 1K (less than a mile), 5K (3.1 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), or maybe even a half marathon (13.1 miles)? Almost everyone, barring physical issues, can do a 5K if you work at it. I just signed up to do another half marathon in February at the beach. Am I excited about it~ NO! But do I know how it makes me feel~ YES!!! Having that goal out there for me is a huge motivator! Check out local events at www.runningintheusa.com or google it by type of activity like 5K in Phoenix, AZ. I know that this is a big stretch for a lot of us. I just know that accomplishing a goal like this might really raise our spirits. Anyone want to join me??? No matter what~ we have ALL been winners at this journey. It doesn't matter if we're at goal weight or not! Hang in there! Remember why we did this, and how much better off we are than carrying that extra 100 lbs. or so. For me, 171 is sure a whole lot better than 358!!!! I still have 20 lbs. to go~if I never get there, then so be it. Life is a huge blessing, and I want to take every advantage that this new body is going to afford me. Hugs to you all, Kerri

Hugs Renee'~ sorry to hear about your ps process. I don't have any wonderful words of wisdom for you, but wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. Just remember, we have come so far. Don't let some saggy skin get ya down. You are so much healthier than before! Keep plugging away...you never know what doors God might open for you! Blessings, Kerri

Nice to see you MJ! Hope your spirits pick up soon. I hope the job thing works out for you. Go see your doc! Wendy

Thanks so much, I know that it will get better. We are all winners. Blessings, Renee'