Motivation!!

This week has been a rough week, beginning with my weigh in (see previous posting of minimal weight loss).  I had another personal issue that consumed my thoughts for a couple days.  I was very down most of the day today from this issue.  I didn't want to do anything today- including exercise.  My food choices were definitely not part of the "good health guidelines" either.  I did track everything though! 

I tossed the idea back and forth of not walking today.  I work evenings on Thursdays (from home).  I knew I had to get out of the funk I was in and taking a nap this afternoon and not walking was not going to do it.  So, I forced myself into the car and to my favorite walking area.  Brrr.  It was cold!  It is November in Ohio!  I even walked with my hood up for part of the walk, but I walked!  Not only did I walk, I walked 4 miles!  I am still not quite back to my normal self this week, but I definitely felt my spirits lift during my walk today!

Here is a before picture that shows my stomach area.  I don't think I have mentioned that I have Type 2 diabetes.  I have been on medication in the past and insulin shots during my last pregnancy.  So far, I have lost 3.5 inches off that stomach and it has only been 8 weeks!  I am waiting for an updated picture for my 25 pounds mark!!!  Only 1.2 pounds to go!