Here I Go....

Mar 15, 2011

Day 14 of the liquid diet and the last day I ever have to drink an Optifast shake.  That in itself is a major accomplishment.  I made a commitment to myself not to cheat and I didn't.  I also worked out 5 times during those 14 days at my dance class.

So, here I go.  So many years of planning this in my mind.  So many things accomplished since last May when I went for that first seminar with my mother and two amazing friends - Susan and Ana.

I think the thing that overwhelms me the most is how supportive I have found every single person I tell.  From my amazing family to my glorious and funny friends and those smart and proud colleagues.  That has made my journey so far a walk in the park.  I've been calculated and researched every single step and now I hope to reap the benefits of a healthy life. 

I still can't imagine what it will feel like to be 100 pounds less.  I know I want to jump.  I want to jump in my dance class and roll on the floor.  My dear Ana, I did that for you on Saturday and I did that for me.  Thank you always. Being a 300 pound dancer in a sea of 130 pound dancers is daunting.  But I did it with my head held high and loved every moment.

But that is all behind me now.  I can't wait to sit in an airplane and not ask for an extension for my seat belt.  I can't wait to go for a hike and not slow the group down.  I can't wait to run after Mia and catch her.  I can't wait to buy a pair of size 12 jeans (I would be ok with 14 as well).  I can't wait to be in total control when I eat.  I can't wait to laugh about this entire process when I am at goal.  I can't wait to help others who are contemplating the same experience.  I can't wait.

I love you all. 

Jo

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