Sunday, March 20, 2011

Bits and Pieces but not the entire story.

In December, I made the incredible decision to quit smoking.  I had smoked for 18 years.  I know, I know, what the flippity doo da was I thinking?  Anyway, I quit with the assistance of taking Chantix for one month.  I did try and quit during the time of great food and drink; However, it was the best time.  Simply because all of my family was here for Christmas and well...I want to live longer, healthier, and I wanted to start putting me and my needs at the top of the chain.  So, I did.  When I went to my doctor in January I had only gained 5 pounds.  I thought, "wow" not so bad.  But 3 weeks ago I decided to join a fitness center because I felt I was gaining more weight.  I did not know how much...I just simply felt it.  Ummmmmmmm, 30 extra/more pounds!  So, now I have a personal trainer, a house cleaner twice a month, and I am losing inches and pounds.  I have had two sessions with trainer (roughly one week) and I have lost 11 inches and 5.7 pounds.  This is great because I am living life, working, and doing what I love with creating art.  So, there is no-one cooking my meals and portioning them.  I am doing this on my own with a trainer for 30 minutes a week to help with workout routines for the following week.  THE HARD WORK is up to me.  I feel pretty good.  I will share about this journey as I feel comfortable.  But right now, I am super proud of myself.

So, there you have it.  Stay tuned, I am on a roll!

4 comments:

Julie (juls2000) said...

That is such a cool photo with your comment on there!! Awesome!

MNmomma said...

yay for you Kimberly!! Whooo hooo!! WTG!!!!

Sherry said...

Way to go chica! Congratulations on kicking the habit and working towards a healthier you!

Charles Leitzell's Blog said...

Super proud of you Kimberly!!!! No more smoking and putting yourself first!!!