Day 31....

Well, I made it to the end of the month. Day 31. I've actually stuck with something for 31 days. I can honestly say that I'm surprised. When I started my journey, I didn't think I would stick with it. I never have before - why would this time be any different? Well, this time I started blogging, I joined a 'support' group of sorts, I exercise every day and I keep track of everything I eat.

I'm not giving up anything - I'm just making better choices. I went to a restaurant for lunch - instead of 12 boneless wings, I had a grilled chicken salad. Now I admit, it wasn't the same, but it was just as good.

Today was Day 1 of Week 4 of the couch to 5k program. I actually 'ran' for 5 minutes straight two times. Now, I'm not fast, but I'm okay with that. I signed up for my first 5k on April 7th. Only 66 more days to get ready. I feel good about it but I am also scared as hell.

I'm down almost 12 pounds. I had routine blood work done last week and my doctor took me off one of my meds already. That was just with 25 days of not being stupid. I really hope in the months to come I will be able to delete several of my other ones. My hubby said that he can tell that I've lost weight in my neck. Not what every girl wants to hear, but it's better than nothing. I can't tell when I look at myself. I can only go by the scale, which isn't always the best measure, but it's what I do! That's not true - I know I must be losing some weight because I was able to get one of my rings off that I haven't been able to get off for 6 months because it was stuck. Now, I shouldn't want to take off my engagement ring, but it's nice to know that it's now an option. I still can't get off my wedding ring, which again, I know I shouldn't want to, but it needs to be cleaned and I haven't been able to do that because it won't come off my pudgy little finger. Once I can get that ring off, I'm having a party!!

I did hit my 2nd mini goal (another 5 pounds) so I bought myself two charms for my bracelet. My next goal (another 5 pounds) will result in getting my nails done! After that will be a new baseball sweatshirt of my favorite team (Go Braves) and then a new pair of boots. Once I get to the sweatshirt, I will set more goals.

I traveled yesterday for work. It was hard - it is hard when you work in the pizza industry. I kept it in check which I am proud of. My test will be when I have an overnight trip. I will just make sure that the hotel I stay in has a gym which is not something I normally do.

I'm proud of myself, but not too much. I still have days when I'm a little down, but I try and list the positives in my life. Sometimes that is easier said than done!

I made it 31 days...next up - the 28 days of February!