I saw this quote and loved it. I've realized this health journey I started 5 years ago after my second kid is such a mental one. I was so focused on losing weight for so long. When I hit plateaus I would get discouraged. But weight seemed to drop even when I didn't change anything. This past year as I dealt with bleeding issues and other health issues related to womenly things, I realized that weight loss is only partly controlled by us. But there are so many other factors. I started focusing on overall health instead and have been so much happier for it. If I end up staying this weight, I will be okay. I'm more excited with my training to see all the amazing things my body can do!
It also reminded me of our little discussion of calling them treats instead of cheats. Such a mental thing, but it has made a huge difference for me!

Yesterday was my first full day of wearing my fitbit. It's addicting to see all the new data I'm getting. I burned a lot more calories then I would have thought I had. I'm beginning to wonder if I was under eating. I'm excited to see the results as I follow more accurate readings. The other thing that is interesting is not knowing how many calories I will have for the day right away in the morning. I think this will cause me to plan on eating smaller meals with more snacks as I burn the calories. I got my run in yesterday and made it to the Pilafes class. I even got the kids ready and out the door and there early. (it's an 8am class so that had me worried). I did go out to eat last night, but had the calories for it. My parents came to visit and took us out.

Today was my day to "sleep in" but I ended up waking up at 5:30am. My body has definitely adjusted to the new schedule. I tossed and turned trying to fall back asleep and finally gave up. I figure I'll get some laundry folded before everyone is up.