Obsessed

It's been awhile since my last blog. Lots of exciting things have been happening around here!! If you've seen my profile picture of Facebook you've probably noticed I've been "boasting" my brand new 2010 Ford Edge. Yes, I did say Ford! I know what you may be thinking..."Seriously, Krista?" But, Scism made us a deal (to shut us up...they received their second letter from the BBB...he he he) So, I'm pretty excited. I have to say all of the prayers worked. Thank you, LORD!!

I had my first full week of school last week. All I have to say is that I am the luckiest teacher alive! My class is GREAT!! Thank you again, God, for taking care of me!!;)

So, on to what has been on my mind lately! As you may have been noticing in my status updates on FB, I have been working on getting back into shape and losing weight. I have my ten year class reunion coming up in a little over two weeks so that has been a little inspiration behind everything. So far I am down 10 lbs. since May. I am surrounded by people who are constantly dieting and excercising...which is great for the support...but after listening to some conversations I took a step back and evaluated some things. It seems to me for some people all that matters in life is to be a certain number on the scale...or wearing a certain size. I guess I just don't get it. I mean, yes, it feels great to lose a pound or two. I'm the first to admit I love to report back to Jake and tell him my accomplishments...and I'm glad that I have a great friend at school that I can tell anything and everything to!! But, why does it have to be your ENTIRE life? Why does how much you've lost or how much you've gained have to be the essence of every conversation? Maybe because that is what we are surrounded by in the media? Beautiful, skinny girls? I just think that is crazy!! I think if you feel good about yourself and your a healthy...that is ALL that matters!!

I tried out Weight Watchers for a month. I lost 5 lbs. It has worked for A LOT of people that I know. They all look AWESOME and I am so very proud of them. I stopped going simply because I couldn't see myself counting points for the rest of my life. To me, that is just not life and to be honest it was quite costly...$40 a month. So, when I stopped going I joined the gym...$25.00 a month. Money well spent in my opinion. Now, THAT is a life change. I watch what I eat but more importantly I am exercising and working on the fitness side of things. I think when you have a good balance between diet and exercise you will have the best results!!

In no way am I bashing Weight Watchers...it is a great program (although they say they are not a "program")...it just didn't work for me. Maybe it is lack of self control on my part...I don't know. I'm just glad I found something that does work for me and fits into my lifestyle!!