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Well, it has been almost three weeks and I’ve done pretty good.  Even with a vacation and the 4th, I have managed to keep things under control.  Not so much exercise though - I need more of that.  I want to walk/hike more with my son because he isn’t very active either and that’s my fault!!!  I need to set a good example for him with food and exercise - teach him good habits that he can carry into adulthood, Lord knows, I didn’t develop any!!!  Trying to do this stuff when you are a busy mom takes a lot of concentration and awareness.  I can’t believe how unaware I am sometimes of what I eat and how much!!!  The no food after 7p is really helping I think.  I did a lot of mindless eating after 7p - I still do the mindless eating, but at least it is not as much.  I need to get really good with the daily vitamins too.  I do well with the water, but I want to get off the diet pop.  I just called a girlfriend tonight and we are going to hike on Tuesday morning.  I need to plan more physical activities and less food/drink ones!  I am loving all the support from everyone and am eager to return the favor.  Thanks to everyone!!!  Be good to yourselves because you deserve it!!!

Today is the first day of the rest of my life!  I am 47 years old and have lots of weight to lose.  I have lots of conditioning to do.  I have a lot of old habits to change.  It is all worth it, because we all have lots of life to live!  I want to be mentally and physically strong and healthy for my family and myself.  We are all cheating ourselves out of living life to the fullest - we only get one shot - let’s make the most of it!!!  I am going to need lots of help, ideas and inspiration from all of you and I will do my very best to return the favor!  Let’s get this party started!!!!