I can't believe I did it. In 10 weeks I have completely changed, from my appearance, to my relationship with my kids. I've have slowly been gaining weight since my first kid, and it just got worse with each one after that. I didn't even care that I was getting bigger - until I hit 149 and it hit me that I did not want to hit the 150 mark. I had let myself go because I just didn't have time. I work full-time and have 3 kids that keep me very busy. I didn't take time for myself. Now that I've gone through this process I won't go back. I love my new look, and I feel wonderful. I have more energy and am more productive at work. I also have more energy when I get home from work, so I can play with the kids without getting grumpy and frustrated. All of us are eating better foods, and I can tell a difference in all of us. Ric has lost 8 pounds during this process, just by eating better meals with me. My kids know that McDonald's is a special treat only, and we aren't going there 2 days a week anymore.

My new clothes are a hit. My boss and I are trying to setup meetings with my prospects and clients for my first face to face meetings. I can't wait to wear my new clothes and show off my new professional look.

I was able to find the time, and it was worth it. I've learned that I have to take time for myself in order to have good relationships with others. I will continue my workouts - mostly because I get grumpy if I don't. I'm trying to get Ric to agree to a new budget that includes my treatments at Gadabout. I think I can workout a schedule so I can keep getting my pedicures, facials and highlights. The massages are going to be more of a special treat, hopefully every other month. I don't think I can go back to my old self.