Day 24

So far things are holding up pretty well. I've been spending some time on the (stationary) bike and feel like I can work harder without being as winded. I guess the fitness part is progressing as well as the weight loss part. I had to bring my kids to work for a bit last week, and they were not pleased with the fact that Daddy dragged them up the stairs. I think they might have a new respect for what I'm up to.

The diet part is okay too, although sometimes I need a little Divine intervention. We were Christmas shopping late this weekend, and decided to go to the food court at the mall and dig in. The family decided on a "Family Meal" at one of the popular fast-food chains. I knew this wasn't going to be good for me. I placed my order and was informed that part of the normal meal wasn't available, so I wouldn't have much variety. Then I waited. And waited. And waited. Eventually my meal came, and I noticed that another item had been removed and substituted as well. I talked to them about it, and found out they had simply run out of choices. The manager thought there might be some in storage, so they left my food on the counter (getting cold) while they went looking. Ten minutes later, I finally told them I had waited long enough, and just wanted my money back. They were happy to give it, except the manager was the only person who could give the refund, and she was in the storage room. I waited some more. Finally the manager came out and I informed her that I didn't want my cold food (without two of the items they advertised), and that I just wanted my money back. The entire ordeal took over 30 minutes (it's timestamped on the receipt). We went home and had something more reasonable. The family wasn't pleased, but it probably did wonders for my diet!

Day 24
Current Weight: 195.5
Weight Lost To Date: 10.5

I'm over the 10 pound hurdle and moving on! It's nice to see a little distance between me and the terrible "2". I'm going to need whatever momentum I can get going into the crazy Christmas season.

Thanks again to everyone that post comments on the blog. I REALLY appreciate it. And thanks to my first truly anonymous poster (whoever you are). You're welcome here. Thanks for the encouragement!

Don