Coming out as a Loser

I've been using MFP and lurking since January, but have never "introduced" myself. I am not a joiner of groups, generally, and hate to admit that I'm actually making any sort of effort to change myself.

Today, though, I am 45 years old and having the lightest birthday of my adulthood. To celebrate, I ran (outside!) for 45 minutes - my longest-ever outdoor run.

While MFP will tell you I've lost around 10 pounds, 10 years ago my highest non-pregnancy weight was 201 - so today is a 50-pound-loss celebration, too, pared away slowly. I love the way I feel, now, and am looking forward to the second half of my life being pretty much the opposite of the first half, at least in terms of fitness.

So, "Hi!" My name's Wendy and I'm working to be a more fit, healthier, happier person.