A New Perspective....

1ocean1girl

I have been on MFP for almost 6 months now. I have my great weeks and not so great weeks. I work full time, take care of my 1 year old and go to school full time. Needless to say I struggle to get my workouts in everyday ( I mean good workouts - I do walk for 1/2 hour at break at school) But I did start feeling better about myself and carrying myself differently. Even though I haven't lost a ton of weight, just working out and being more consciences about what I eat, I viewed myself in a new light. That is until I saw my daughter's birthday pictures and how I looked :noway: To me, I look even heavier than before I started MFP! I was taken aback by it and VERY discouraged. Sure I can throw my hands up and say I was just kidding myself - thinking I can lose all this weight. And trust me that's all Ive been debating this weekend. But this morning I had a thought; what If I keep with it and work harder and give it my all. Not only will I prove myself wrong but I will show my daughter that yes anything is possible if you work hard for it. It's not just about me anymore. I have to be a walking example to my daughter to take pride in ourselves. So I will look at this weight lose journey from a new perspective - through her eyes. And I can't have her seeing me give up. Today is a new day and I'm ready for the challenges! "I can do all things through Him who gives me strength."