Incoming! Take cover! Just kidding, no combat maneuvers in my future.
The WW to which I refer is Weight Watchers. Those of you that know my sorted history with ol’WW know this is not my first time at the weight-loss rodeo. What’s that saying? Third Ninth time’s a charm? So here I am going over the program materials and planning my meals. Making lists of target foods (and their sinister counterparts) and things to toss when I get home tonight from the den of iniquity that is my kitchen.
Oh and that bag of M&M’s I’m hiding from my husband and daughter. It was at that moment, when I was hiding the ONE POUND BAG OF M&M’s so I wouldn’t have to share any of them, I knew an intervention was in order.
During my lunch hour today I made the long, shameful walk BACK to my Weight Watchers Meeting. The warm welcome was wonderful and I was pleasantly surprised when I was told I had lost 3.2 lbs (since April, but still). At least there isn’t MORE of me to love and lose.
I hope I maintain the motivation I have at this moment. My reasons? I’m tired all the time. I refuse to buy clothes one.more.size.up. again. I want to have the energy I need to make the most out of each moment with my daughter and each activity I commit myself to. I want to look hot (okay I’ll settle for non-frightening) in a bathing suit next year. I want to stop using my weight as my token “someday” card restricting me from all the things I want to do but I’m too lazy or self-conscious to try.
I’m a big girl, I make no illusions of being a Size 4 anytime soon. But I can be lighter, I can be fitter, I can be more comfortable in my own skin and that is my goal.
So here and now, for all the universe to see I declare I want to lose sixty pounds by this time next year. And I’ll keep you posted along the way. I’ll check in with you after I weigh in each week (Tuesdays are the plan) and share the ups and downs of the week we’ve laid to rest.
What’s something you want to change? I’d love to have company along the way. Join me, won’t you – there’s no better time then the present, don’t you think?
This is Meghan and me at BlogHer.
Next year at BlogHer’09, look for a leaner version of me – sans double chin.
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August 5, 2008 at 3:56 pm
Susan Jackson
Congratulations. You can totally do this. I was exactly where you are about 7 months ago, and now look at me! I’m still 39 lbs away from my goal, but at least I’m 49 lbs lighter than I was. It’s a good, good feeling. 100% worth every bit of effort.
Now we can be blog buddies and fit buddies! Yay!
Susan at http://www.mrandmrsgetfit.com
August 5, 2008 at 4:08 pm
AMomTwoBoys
But then who’s ass is going to push the elevator buttons for us? I’m going to miss that. But I wish you luck.
And I’m going to try to not be so damn shiny next year. It’s like I’m trying to help airplanes land or something. What the hell’s up with that?
August 5, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Quart
I think you’re totally hot, but I get what you’re saying. Now that I am slowing down the nursing I see WW in my future. I’d like to lose the 3 sizes I’ve added since my wedding 5 yrs. ago.
Oh, and I learned long ago not to take pictures with Meg because she’d make Heidi Klum look huge if she sat next to her.
Good luck!!!
August 5, 2008 at 4:25 pm
merlotmom
You’re beautiful to me anyway but it never hurts to get fit. Good luck. I’m routing for ya.
August 5, 2008 at 5:19 pm
Kate
I think that feeling happy in your own skin is the most important thing – and the hardest thing – when it comes to being happy. Trying to be fit is the best goal because it’s all about health and quality of life – while trying to look good in skinny jeans is ultimately not going to be enough for anyone (there is always a skinnier pair of jeans…) And what’s up with this skinny jeans fad anyway? It was okay in the ’80s when we paired them up with a man-size sweater that came down to the knee – but low rise skinny jeans with a skimpy tank top?…this is not a look that works for your average woman…
Back to the point though – I have been to WW myself and think it’s the best weight loss program for long term results. Good luck!
August 5, 2008 at 5:20 pm
Mama Ginger Tree
I am right there with you sister. My “bottom” was when I realized I have literally no pictures of me with my kids because I can’t stand having my picture taken. That sucks. I want more energy. I refuse to go up another size.
So solidarity. Maybe we can keep each other motivated.
August 5, 2008 at 5:23 pm
Kate
By the way – that was supposed to be an end parenthesis after “(there is always a skinnier pair of jeans…” Not sure where the emoticon came from. I NEVER use emoticons – so I wanted to clarify that.
August 5, 2008 at 6:14 pm
amy
WW rocks and so do you! I say try to lose until you’re not tired anymore. the older i get, the less important the number is. you can meet your goal – i know it!
as for my goal? ugh… i’ll get back to you.
August 5, 2008 at 8:11 pm
Andrea's Sweet Life
GO AMY! I think you’re beautiful ANYWAY, but I’m rooting for you!
As for me and something I’d like to change – I want to laugh every day. I know, what’s hard about that? But for me it CAN be.
August 5, 2008 at 8:57 pm
Headless Mom
You go girl! I’m still trying to loose the last stubborn 5-10. I know it’s hard but I also know you can do it!!!! One thing I’ve learned is to cut out 1 thing/make one change, take a week or so to get used to that, then do the next thing. It seems less overwhelming that way.
If you need encouragement, tips, etc., we’re all here for you!!
August 5, 2008 at 10:24 pm
Kelly
I’m here to not only tell you that you can do it, but to confess my WW sins.
I am a lifetime member, but only because I tweaked the program to make it fit my life, personality and weaknesses.
#1- I loved the points system because I took ALL my favorite foods (PBJ, chips, McD’s) and calculated the points.
#2 Yes, I even figured out McD’s and lightening never once struck when I had a Cheeseburger All American Meal, diet coke please
#3 There were some pms days that I had a 2 points bar and a snickers as my daily points.
#4 I lived by http://www.dwlz.com/restaurants.html and sometimes I still get on there to check out points. I never wanted to be the girl on a diet when we ate out.
#5 I did go to a meeting every week, and considered the weigh in my “punishment” for not being able to do it on my own. (this is MY sick mind at work, you need to figure out what YOUR sick mind thinks)
My trigger is deprivation. If I feel deprived, I turn into a petulant adolescent and end up binging.
Anyhoo, that’s how I made it work, yes lots of people poo poo’d my way, but it worked for me. Was it the healthiest way? no, did I learn new eating habits along the way, yes. I have kept it off for 6 years +-7lbs. (I lost 75lbs in all…I was a BIG pregnant lady and used that as an excuse to eat, eat, eat)
You can do it!!! sorry so long!
August 5, 2008 at 10:51 pm
iMommy
I never lost the baby weight from my first pregnancy, so this pregnancy I decided that I really needed to stay within my ideal pregnancy weight for my height. I’ve done pretty well… and in four months, the BIG challenge will be to get back down to my pre-pregnancy weight…. of 2.5 years ago. Eek! It’ll be hard, but I know it’s worth it to be at a healthy weight again. You know it’s bad when you have to outlaw bathrooms scales.
August 6, 2008 at 1:12 am
Insta-Mom
I’m in the same shoes…or maybe the same jeans. Whatever. Either way, good luck to you. Keep us posted–I need me a little inspiration.
August 8, 2008 at 12:30 am
mrs. f5
Now, see, this is one of those times I wish you were Amy in Texas. Because I’d be willing to try WW, I really would, but (oh, sad and pathetic confession) I need a buddy.
Previous efforts at persuading actual friends to join me have been unsuccessful, and approaching total stranger in Whole Foods, asking if they’re interested in losing a few pounds? Apparently, some people find this offensive. Who knew?
I do need help, though, and am absolutely willing to join you in spirit. Because the only way I’ve ever lost weight in my entire thirty-eight years was by nursing twins for fifteen months.
And I’ve been assured by my husband that repeating this pheonomenon in the near future is NOT A VIABLE OPTION. Le sigh.
August 8, 2008 at 7:52 am
Stella Blue
I know you can do it! You are the most motivated person I know. And I think you are beautiful anyway because your personality shines through. But you need to do what makes *you* feel wonderful, so congrats on beginning the journey!
Having kids sure is a great motivator for the positive life changes, isn’t it?
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