My First Day!

So, today is my first day on the Weight Watchers Points plan! I've been wanting to do something.....anything....for awhile now to try and get healthier and get my weight under control. Right now, my weight is controlling me....and I don't like that!


There are many reasons why I am doing this. I'm tired all of the time, I have no energy, I don't like the way I look, I'm grouchy.....ok, that last one may be just the way I am. Anyway, I have a 3 year son, Zander, and I want him to start off eating healther - not having to learn how to do it down the road when its harder.


Another BIG reason is my Dad. He had a Cardiac Cath done this last Monday and they found a small blockage. So he had to have a stint put in. It is his 2nd stint since he had his heart attack in 2001. We're all very lucky that he hasn't had one since, but he has reverted back to his old eating habits, so I fear its just a matter of time. My mother is saying now that they are going to change their eating habits (again). I'm hoping if we all do this as a family, then it will be easier. I believe if Zander sees me making healthier choices, he will too. So, while I'm wishing to lose weight, I really hope to stick to this so that I feel better as well.


I'm a bit frugal, so having to go to a meeting every week that I'm paying for will hopefully motivate me as well. And, of course, Sally will be a great motivation for me too!


Thanks, Sally, for letting me participate on your blog with you!


Ok, so quickly before I clog up anymore of the blog.....last night was my first WW meeting. I weighed in at a whopping 177 lbs and I'm allowed 22 points a day. That first number is yet another reason to do this!


So, I begin now............