we did it.

It was a busy weekend, even by my standards. But the highlight was without a doubt, participating in the triathlon again. Talk about feeling you accomplished something! Even without being psyched about it, it was really awesome. A beautiful day in downtown Chicago, my mom and dad and girls cheering me along, feeling the team spirit with Patti and Bill (well not really Bill, but what did I expect?) The beer afterward tasted great, and I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Patti reminded me to re-read the blog and start believing what I write. I know what to say, and I know what I should be thinking. Sunday I felt like I took a giant step forward toward healthy and happy again. I am feeling so much better about who I am and where I am headed. And I hope all of you are too!

Let's list a goal, an achievable goal here... for the next month.

In the next month, I will ...

Fill in the blank. I will be reading your comments and encourage you all to feel good about yourself, whatever it takes.

Here's mine:

In the next month, I will visit Weight Watchers and follow the program to the best of my ability and see what happens.

Now, YOU!