The "old me" and Getting back on Track!

Okay ya'all---I need some motivation- So I;m calling on all of you to keep me in line! As most of you know- I have lost some weight over the past two years. In April of 2010, my family decided to go on a Biggest loser challenge. I have always struggled with my weight- as long as I can remember. Before I had graduated high school- I had been on Weight Watcher's twice, Curves, and every diet under the sun. I didn't really start losing until I moved to Arizona that June. Once there, I was about 2 hours away from any fast food, and basically had nothing to do but hike-LOL So thats what I did- and I started noticing a difference. I kept at it and started pushing myself- going on 3-5 mile hikes in the Kaibab forest almost every day...And yes I worked in the HARDEST enviroment--LOL I was a cookie seller and shake maker at Jacob Lake Inn--and to lose weight near those cookies is a near miracle! LOL That summer I went from 239-198.0---My goal was to be under 200 when my family picked me up- and I did it! So I've kept at it pretty well...I've found what works for me and honestly its not terrible...but I've learned its a life style change- I can't lose the weight and be fine- I have to ALWAYS work at it...So I've kept at it and was successful up until my wedding! LOL I don't know if its because I have nothing to lose weight for--or any time limit to lose it by, but I'm totally slacking which is NOT okay! I need to get my behind back in gear. So here's the new deal! I started the McBride challenge at 239 (Yes I have been in the 240's-but thats where I was when I started this one-The one that has changed my life!) and my goal was to lose 100lbs! The lowest I got was 145 (UGH- a mere 6 lbs. from my goal!) The day I was married I weighed 148 (Yeah, I'm not one to lose weight under stress- Total stress eater here- so I'm just grateful for that! HAHA) And I've been slacking up a storm! So here is my goal...I'm going to get back on track. Start doing my runs, walks, and exercise bike...Dang it- Jillian Michaels WILL be my BFF because I am going to start the Shred again!---Oy, and I will check back up on here every Friday--that will be weigh in day- before the weekend! Because, well duh, I still eat! Thats the key for me..I did quit Soda except for December 24-January 1 every year--because it is my love and what is Christmas without Santa Coke! But I have had little drinks here and there-so no more of that! I will quit the addiction I've had to ice cream as a reward...BUT you know what- once every two weeks will be okay!  So here is my first weigh-in, as of today I was 153--UGH I've done it before and I WILL reach my goal! So any of you out there, with awesome tips, recipes, funny stories, of words of encouragment--please --Lets chat!

So here are some pics of the "transformation?" I guess, well the before! I know its crazy but sometimes I still just see the old me--but I'm trying for the better attitude, especially when it comes to my chubby legs--HAHA We're working on it!.

The Honeymoon!

Josh and I honeymooned in Oceanside California!---It seriously was beautiful the entire time! We were able to go to Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, and tons of other fun places! We stayed at the World Mark/Trend West Condo's that were right on the ocean! I was so sad to come back! Although it was fun, because everywhere we went -we were "upgraded" for being on our honeymoon- which ROCK't!  We even were upgraded to a presidential suite at the Grand America from a little room at the Little America our first night!

The Wedding Bells Were A'Ringin!

Josh and I were married and sealed for time and all eternity on April 28, 2012...It was an amazing day! I was bummed when it had a 60% chance of rain, but it maybe was cloudy some of the day and then sunny and warm the rest! We were married in the Logan, UT temple...and the day was just perfect! I'm so thankful for all my family and friends who were there for me and supported Josh and I on our special day!