Why...

Today seemed the perfect day to start this blog. I've been down in the dumps, some might say depressed; but it's all of my own making and I've done nothing to change it. It seems like God is trying to get my attention. I just came across this quote on an old acquaintances Facebook page:

"Study yourself. See who you really want to be and as soon as you see it, say it. Put it out into the universe. You must say it and then go about the business of becoming it." Maya Angelou

Myself: A 27 year old morbidly obese female with a thyroid condition (hereditary), aches and pains in my feet and back (due to being obese) with no will power but a great support system.
Current Weight: 270 pounds

It: A healthy, active female who isn't ashamed to go into her dresser/closet and put on clothes that fit and flatter her healthy figure. That isn't ashamed to hang out with her healthy friends who are active. A young woman who can walk from her car to a concert or picnic without getting embarrassingly out of breath and having to slow people down. A woman who is confident in herself; her personality, her body, her beliefs, her career - the entire package.
Goal Weight: 150 pounds

After spending some time thinking about why I have been unsuccessful in losing weight and being motivated in the past I instantly thought - I don't have mini goals....I want to drop all of the weight I put on as quick or quicker than I gained it. And we all know that's not going to happen. I also have had the tendency to reward my weight loss with "extravagant" dinners out - which, HELLO continues this endless cycle that is/was my life. So, I'm going to "Say IT"...

My short term goals:
*Lose 20 pounds by Thanksgiving (60 days)
*Exercise at least 4 times/week for at least 30 minutes
*Weigh myself every Tuesday morning
*Blog my daily nutrition/activity
*"RUN" (another) 5k
*Have and keep willpower

My long term goals:
*Weigh 150 pounds
*Enjoy exercising both indoors and outdoors
*Run a 10k *Run a Half Marathon
*Complete a Mini Triathlon
*Have and keep willpower

You can even visit http://www.fitsugar.com/ for healthy and helpful advice!! If you're reading this and feel as though I'm slacking beyond a "come back" please comment. But remember, constructive criticism is the best form and most helpful. Words of encouragement are welcomed...

Read along with me as I document my journey of "becoming it".