Decided that enough is enough so posted this to Facebook.

JimCraig2

I have been to many places and seen some pretty things.
I have experienced many emotions that only age can bring.
I have eaten on the streets, I have also drank like a King.
Every encounter, every moment, has made my old heart sing.

I have run the race with pace and haste, a leader of the pack.
Leaping buildings and burning bridges never looking down or back.
I have broken rules and taken chances sometimes getting caught.
But i would not exchange one blow i have taken, in this fight i have fought.

I have learned that everything you feel, both the highs and lows.
Are there because they are meant to be, to help you to grow.
I have now reached a point on my journey where a certain race has been run.
Got the medal, got the T Shirt, and God, it was fun.

Of course there will another race, a dance, a fight or a chase.
But lesser now through necessity, and at a slower pace.
Work brings stress and mixed with excess, can slow an old dog down.
And this King of my castle, long wants to wear his crown.

If your reading this you matter, so i will tell you what i mean.
This man here of 48 has decided to get lean.
Diets just don't work for me, i do well, then crash and burn.
I get bored or influenced by friends and go out seeking fun.

So we are talking lifestyle changes here, i am cleaning up my act.
I have made myself go public, making it official and fact.
I am still around and still the same, I'm just now playing a different game.
Its a game of no excuses and no compromise, my mind is on the prize.

Healthy, Fitter, Happier and a large drop in size.

BanksySJ11

Well done you! A great way to set your goals and have those who care about you support you! Good luck.