52 weeks.

Three hundred and sixty five days ago I hit rock bottom. As the number 205.7 flashed on the screen, I knew I had to kick it in gear. The scale kept going in the wrong direction. Food controled me.

I needed wanted to change.

I want to take this time to share with you what I have learned/welcomed back over the past year:

• "You are my inspiration" are t.h.e. sweetest words ever uttered to me. It humbles me, encourages me, and puts a spring in my step.
• It makes me smile that I can spin my wedding ring around my finger...and even wiggle it off with thumb and pinkie.
• Sometimes I catch myself in the mirror and blush.
• I love running. Wait, no, I hate it. It will never get easy. I think I enjoy that very aspect because I would totally have quit if running stopped challenging the crap out of me.
• Speaking of running....I FINISHED A HALF MARATHON.
• I have gone through 3 sets of wardrobes. Awesome yet annoying.
• I wish I could say that I have beat the voice in my head that screams "EEEAAATTTTTT!!!!" when I am sad or angry. I am trying my hardest to teach that voice a new word, "Pray" or "GO FOR A RUN".
• I used to wear a size 18. I am now between a 12 and a 10.
• The blog world is filled with women just like me. I am not alone. That's a good feeling.
• People don't recognize me. It makes me giggle.
• This year has taught me to stop making excuses for coasting through life. I CAN. So do it!
• Food is nutrition, not comfort. My mood, energy level, my skin, and my digestive system can instantly alert me if I have fallen off track....which leads me to-
• Listen to your body.
• Water = hydration = bliss.
• Cherish the journey.
• Watch out: Once you get one medal, your going to want more.
• Sweating is the true sign of accomplishment.
• The Biggest Loser makes me cry everyweek.
• Hummus and pesto can make everything taste better.
• Supportive friends are the best friends in the world.

If you are reading this, I couldn't have done this without you. Chances are you - YOU - have nourished me with love and motivation. Thank you from the bottttttttom of my heart.