It is a Miracle
I walked on the treadmill today - and I loved it!
These words are so foreign to me. I can't recall a time in my life that I've enjoyed exercise. I mean - exercise for the purpose of exercise. I can enjoy a walk with a friend or the kids, or a swim. But - I've never ever been able to say that I loved walking on the treadmill.
But, today was different. I decided earlier today - that this was it. I am not this fat person. I'm carrying all of this extra weight - and the me I know is hidden inside somewhere. And, it wasn't a defeated decision either. It was a determined, while desperate decision that I've got to start changing my life - and that means making time for myself to walk on the treadmill after work.
So - I walked in the door - assigned the baby to Paige to watch and got started. I had my Ipod and I really enjoyed myself. I was dancing while walking - and singing.
At one point - the kids came in to watch me because the baby was crying and wanted me. So - they laughed and said I was silly when I was dancing - and singing badly - but I had fun.
25 minutes later I'd walked a mile and felt so good. I could have kept going - but mommy duties were calling.
I feel great! I'm proud of myself - and amazed by this change in attitude.
These words are so foreign to me. I can't recall a time in my life that I've enjoyed exercise. I mean - exercise for the purpose of exercise. I can enjoy a walk with a friend or the kids, or a swim. But - I've never ever been able to say that I loved walking on the treadmill.
But, today was different. I decided earlier today - that this was it. I am not this fat person. I'm carrying all of this extra weight - and the me I know is hidden inside somewhere. And, it wasn't a defeated decision either. It was a determined, while desperate decision that I've got to start changing my life - and that means making time for myself to walk on the treadmill after work.
So - I walked in the door - assigned the baby to Paige to watch and got started. I had my Ipod and I really enjoyed myself. I was dancing while walking - and singing.
At one point - the kids came in to watch me because the baby was crying and wanted me. So - they laughed and said I was silly when I was dancing - and singing badly - but I had fun.
25 minutes later I'd walked a mile and felt so good. I could have kept going - but mommy duties were calling.
I feel great! I'm proud of myself - and amazed by this change in attitude.