Weight Loss Diary: The Beginning...

As a frequent reader to blogger Jasmyne Cannick's page, I was inspired by her willingness to share her dieting ups and downs. As such, I have decided to start a weight loss diary. I am hoping that I will inspire someone else to get fit and take back his or her health. As Ms. Cannick pointed out, I am not interested in being a skinny size 4 or 6. My future goal is to be a 14. If it is God's will, maybe a 12. Right now, I just want to lose 20 to 30 pounds. Once I have reached that milestone, then I will go for another 20 or 30 pounds.



I guess you are wondering why I decided to do this. Well, I have several; first and foremost, I have a beautiful two year old that needs her mommy. I do not want someone else to raise my daughter. I lost my mom two years ago due to heart disease and diabetes. My mom was only 63 years old!!



I have been overweight for most of my life. There is one period where I lost over 100 pounds --that was back in 1993 and I have been steadily gaining weight over the years. Right now, I am at a whooping 300 pounds. This is actual a little bit better than two years ago. Before I got pregnant, I was weighing in at 323 pounds. During my pregnancy, I was able to over 35 pounds. At one of my doctor's visit, I was at 282 pounds.



Just like many Americans, I am in love with fast food places. If I can get it faster than cooking, then I am getting it. Fast food consumption for me is about three times a day. In the mornings, I am rushing to get out the door with daughter in tow and not trying to be late. I know, I know, that is the wrong way to start off the day!!

Well, I am going to be posting some pics of me, so you can see my progress. If you have any tips, send me an email or comment on here. If you have something negative to say, keep it to yourself!! I will promptly delete your comment!!