New Year, New Goals, New Plans
I won't use the word resolve. I don't do resolution.
But I have a new mission statement. Befitting the new me.
Last year on New Year's Day I weighed 240lbs. I couldn't find any snowpants that fit and getting in and out of a tube or sled when I was a size 22 was just ackward and difficult. I didn't go skiing even though I love it. I was depressed, embarassed, and the last year had been full of humiliating events pertaining to my weight and size. I tierd easily.
This year on New Year's day I weigh 127lbs. I bought snowpants off the rack in a regular store. I took the kids sledding within the last week and I climbed up the giant Dover sledding hill four times. I rode with my kids and when they got tierd of going with me, I went all by myself. I got skis for Christmas. The last week of Febuary is winter break for school and I'm taking the kids away on a skiing vacation. I'm also spending alot of weeks skiing with just the big kids and going to big hills. I cut my hair, got it curled, dyed it dark and LOVE IT. I'm a size 4 and wear a small. I have learned how to speak my mind in public and to strangers while still being polite, I have learned to take care of myself and take my vitamens and water and put myself in front of the kids and husband at times. I take care of my own needs and don't feel guilty for doing it. Today I got a pedicure.
So, my new mission statement is to say yes as much as possible, to whatever adventures life brings. This summer I will learn to surf or at least try. I will go hang gliding. I will full out kiss my husband the way I used to instead of just noticing he's cute or saying "I love you". I will take my kids to the zoo, the ocean and the city this year. I will buy clothes that fit my personality and not just my figure. I will spend both time and money on myself instead of just others. I will be a fabulous example to my children of healthy eating, exercise as a form of fun, and all the ways to balance being a responsible adult with having a fun, wonderful, spontaneous fun. I will run with my dog, my kids, or even just by myself. I will put down my book, no matter how good it is, to play more board games. I will cheat to loose when I play with my youngest kids. I will tickle them and take them for piggy back rides and try to forget I'm over 30. When I overdo it and end up with a heating pad on my back I will take the time to rest, recover and then get right back on that horse again. I will have more sex with the lights on. I will wear high heels.
So that's my new mission statement. So far I'm off to a great start. ;-)
Anybody else? Plans/hopes/dreams or resolutions for 2009?
But I have a new mission statement. Befitting the new me.
Last year on New Year's Day I weighed 240lbs. I couldn't find any snowpants that fit and getting in and out of a tube or sled when I was a size 22 was just ackward and difficult. I didn't go skiing even though I love it. I was depressed, embarassed, and the last year had been full of humiliating events pertaining to my weight and size. I tierd easily.
This year on New Year's day I weigh 127lbs. I bought snowpants off the rack in a regular store. I took the kids sledding within the last week and I climbed up the giant Dover sledding hill four times. I rode with my kids and when they got tierd of going with me, I went all by myself. I got skis for Christmas. The last week of Febuary is winter break for school and I'm taking the kids away on a skiing vacation. I'm also spending alot of weeks skiing with just the big kids and going to big hills. I cut my hair, got it curled, dyed it dark and LOVE IT. I'm a size 4 and wear a small. I have learned how to speak my mind in public and to strangers while still being polite, I have learned to take care of myself and take my vitamens and water and put myself in front of the kids and husband at times. I take care of my own needs and don't feel guilty for doing it. Today I got a pedicure.
So, my new mission statement is to say yes as much as possible, to whatever adventures life brings. This summer I will learn to surf or at least try. I will go hang gliding. I will full out kiss my husband the way I used to instead of just noticing he's cute or saying "I love you". I will take my kids to the zoo, the ocean and the city this year. I will buy clothes that fit my personality and not just my figure. I will spend both time and money on myself instead of just others. I will be a fabulous example to my children of healthy eating, exercise as a form of fun, and all the ways to balance being a responsible adult with having a fun, wonderful, spontaneous fun. I will run with my dog, my kids, or even just by myself. I will put down my book, no matter how good it is, to play more board games. I will cheat to loose when I play with my youngest kids. I will tickle them and take them for piggy back rides and try to forget I'm over 30. When I overdo it and end up with a heating pad on my back I will take the time to rest, recover and then get right back on that horse again. I will have more sex with the lights on. I will wear high heels.
So that's my new mission statement. So far I'm off to a great start. ;-)
Anybody else? Plans/hopes/dreams or resolutions for 2009?
Lord, give me stregth and when I lack it, patience.
Umber that is the most beautiful and profound statement I have ever read. I too hope to do many of the things I could not do. I too will ski, both water and snow. I will totally enjoy snowmobiling and tubing, both on the snow and water. I will go to Daytona in February and wear SHORTS. I will run and play like a child with my grandson, and reveal in his excitement for life. I will be a 50+ kid again. I will totally embarrass my adult children! I will complete my goal of being under 150 pounds for the first time since my wedding.
Thank you so much for giving me a chance to voice a mission statement of my own. You are in so many ways a great role model.
Congratulations on being you!!!
Thank you so much for giving me a chance to voice a mission statement of my own. You are in so many ways a great role model.
Congratulations on being you!!!
Wow. Just. Wow. I hope you posted this so that people could borrow it, because I WANT TO.
I printed this and am saving it in my journal. Thank you for the inspiration. I hope that you achieve all the things you have put in your mission statement (and I hope I do too, except for the hang gliding and surfing, but I will find other things that spark my sense of adventure). I want to hike and hunt with my husband this coming year and will relish not "dying" while walking. I will say yes to whatever I can, to as many new experiences as possible and enjoy my "new life"!
Shirley
"How I respond to challenges says more about me than doing something easy ever will."
Start 251/Surgery 236.5/Current 141/Goal 130
"How I respond to challenges says more about me than doing something easy ever will."
Start 251/Surgery 236.5/Current 141/Goal 130
Holly - you are awesome, just awesome.
For the first time in my 50 years I love going to the gym - I run on the treadmil - I lift weights - I feel fabulous. On Friday my boss and I had a great conversation. He told me that I was an inspiration to him. He also said that one of the biggest changes he has seen over the past 7 months has been in my communication. I feel free!!! I have an opinion and I'm not afraid to give it. Respectfully ofcoarse :). I no longer worry about stepping on an elevator with people on it. I take care of myself for the first time in my life. Yes I do and I am very proud of that. I found a "mother of the bride" dress for my daughter's wedding in October and it's not exactly motherish!!! My girls made me get it - we had a blast. Bill and I are going on a romantic get away for our 4th anniversary next weekend and we are going tubing and ice skating and for a sleigh ride. In the summer I want to do a zip line! I'm going for my annual physical this week and I will gladly step on that scale! I play on the floor with my grandson and chase him all over. I can't wait to meet my granddaughter - due to arrive 3/3/09. I am a "fun" nana!
For the first time in a very very long time I look forward to life and really living it!!
For the first time in my 50 years I love going to the gym - I run on the treadmil - I lift weights - I feel fabulous. On Friday my boss and I had a great conversation. He told me that I was an inspiration to him. He also said that one of the biggest changes he has seen over the past 7 months has been in my communication. I feel free!!! I have an opinion and I'm not afraid to give it. Respectfully ofcoarse :). I no longer worry about stepping on an elevator with people on it. I take care of myself for the first time in my life. Yes I do and I am very proud of that. I found a "mother of the bride" dress for my daughter's wedding in October and it's not exactly motherish!!! My girls made me get it - we had a blast. Bill and I are going on a romantic get away for our 4th anniversary next weekend and we are going tubing and ice skating and for a sleigh ride. In the summer I want to do a zip line! I'm going for my annual physical this week and I will gladly step on that scale! I play on the floor with my grandson and chase him all over. I can't wait to meet my granddaughter - due to arrive 3/3/09. I am a "fun" nana!
For the first time in a very very long time I look forward to life and really living it!!
That is the most awsome and inspiring piece I have ever read. As I am working towards having the surgery you are so very inspiring to me.
I also look forward to the time when I can begin "living" again and not letting life pass me by. When I can do the things I want without saying no because I felt embarrased or uncomfortable at the thought of doing it.
Keep up the great work and have a great 2009!
I also look forward to the time when I can begin "living" again and not letting life pass me by. When I can do the things I want without saying no because I felt embarrased or uncomfortable at the thought of doing it.
Keep up the great work and have a great 2009!
Well Said Umber!!!!
Here I go!
I WILL buy clothes off the rack and NOT feel guilty about spending the money on clothes that fit my correctly!
I WILL hike to find the roses rather than stop to smell them as i pass by.
I WILL wear a bathing suit with a smile on my face
I WILL NOT stress about my weight for the first time in over 10 years.
I WILL remember my vitamins and drink all of my water everyday
I WILL continue to go to support group meetings to remember where I once was and to encourage those of you just starting out.
There are so many more that I could go on for hours!!!! But for now these are the highlights!!
Here I go!
I WILL buy clothes off the rack and NOT feel guilty about spending the money on clothes that fit my correctly!
I WILL hike to find the roses rather than stop to smell them as i pass by.
I WILL wear a bathing suit with a smile on my face
I WILL NOT stress about my weight for the first time in over 10 years.
I WILL remember my vitamins and drink all of my water everyday
I WILL continue to go to support group meetings to remember where I once was and to encourage those of you just starting out.
There are so many more that I could go on for hours!!!! But for now these are the highlights!!
Start 260/ Surgery 249/ Goal 140/ Current 135 5.8"
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