Let's Give Thanks to what should I call it?

Thank god we didn't have the big huge Turkey binge this weekend. Nothing like a quiet long weekend where you can sleep in, recharge and eat like a normal person. I'm so thankful for eating like a normal person this weekend. I'm also thankful that I had the energy to get back on the treadmill and start adding the exercise back into my life program.

Life program sounds crap, but what can I call it? I refuse to say diet ever again. Cause this is no longer jumping from one diet to the next. What I want is a new way of life, something I will keep with me forever and ever. I won't be size zero nor do I care to be. Just healthy and happy with myself. Balanced.

Life Balance. That is what I'll call it. Cause that is what it is. Juggling work, health, friends, my energy, and anything else life throws my way.

Work was a big challenge for me. Last year I took the plunge and changed jobs. It was something I needed to do. Overtime, crazy people, abusive people and a micro-managing whore of a boss. (and that is being very kind!) I finally rid myself of her and now I work at a normal place where people appreciate what I do, and I don't get attitude and I don't get flack. Most importantly I don't have a boss that is watching my every move, every email, every meal and who I'm eating it with. I have a peaceful job that has no overtime and no bullshit. And that is the way it is going to stay! No more suffering and putting up with shit. It isn't worth it! I'm worth way more than that. Aren't you?

Health. Another challange this year with the ankle. I've had 6 months of physio and a cortisone shot. So I've had to really bring down my exercise. Last year I was a machine. Going to the gym 5 times a week, I even had a trainer. I loved it and I can't wait to get that back into my life.

Relationships. Bad friends gone, I put myself first now. I'm still there for my friends but I have to think about my needs first. That is a hard thing for me. I'm always giving and giving. People are always taking advantage and I can't let that happen anymore. Relationships and friendships are two way streets. No more one way journeys for me.

Spirit. My energy and spirit is still on a high. The 4.2lbs was a great boost to my energy. It is making all this planning and tracking worthwhile. I'm hoping the nutritional aspect of this program is going to help me until I can get back into my fitness routine.

In the meantime I will be happy, positive, full of energy and loving myself! Thanks for my health, thanks for taking me to WW, thanks for the support! Oh and THANKS for the 4.2lbs!