I am not giving up

Here we are in the final days of 2008...and I still have LOTS of weight to lose. You'll notice that the blog title has changed a little. I couldn't leave it as "Losing the Weight in 2008" since it won't be 2008 much longer. I am really disappointed in myself. I had hoped that a few more of these pounds would be gone, and they aren't. I had hoped to be further along in the journey, but I'm not. I guess the important thing is that I am not giving up. This year has been filled with lots of change. With my girl starting school, I have discovered that it is almost more work than having her at home...fun, but work! I have also had some medical stuff, which I won't go into here, but suffice it to say, it has effected me physically and emotionally. I have also taken a part time job, which may sound like a piece of cake, but let me assure you it isn't. It is taking some adjustment for me and for my family. It will be great because I enjoy what I do and we certainly need the money, but nonetheless, it is a change!

As I stand on the doorstep of 2009, I see the continuation of my weight loss journey. I do not consider it another new year's resolution. It is simply a new year to give thanks and do the best I possibly can with what God has graciously given me. That includes this body of mine. I am going to claim the victory that I have LOST in 2008, and have not gained. (I was able to purchase a new pair of jeans that were 2 sizes smaller than my old pair!) I am going to walk forward with determination and joy!

So there you have it. Another day in the journey...losing the weight "one pound at a time in 2009!"