September 2, 2009

Tonight we had the finale of the inaugural CHANGE program. I have truly been blessed with such an experience, not only for the health aspect of it but I made some tremendous friends that I will remain close to. I want to congratulate all of us, we all looked fantastic tonight. Congratulations to Zac for being the "winner" but we were all winners in a different aspect. A special thanks to Dave for donating his winnings to buy us a year membership to the gym, I am extremely greatful.

Thank you to everyone involved throughout this process, I can't wait to help with the next group for the second season of the CHANGE!

Many fond memories (and some not so fond) but much love,
Missy

August 31, 2009

I can't believe today closes another chapter in my life but it does. It has been a great experience, learned alot, met some great people, learned alot about myself (some of which I didn't want to accept), and the people I allowed to get close to me know what this has meant, my struggles, my breakdowns and then my "highs". A path is made up of many stones, this has only been a stepping stone for my path, I have a long way to go but I am heading the right direction.

Thanks again for those involved in this program, even if just the support, it is the smiling faces and words of encouragement that has kept me going.

For the ones that have loaned me their shoulder to cry on, their ear to listen to me, or their heart to be a "true" friend to me, I will never be able to repay what you have meant to me these last few months. But know from the bottom of my heart, it has never been taken for granted and has been appreciated! I love you all!

August 27, 2009

Another two weeks and I follow back with the doctor on my ribs/abdomen, it seems like it has been forever. My vacation has turned out to be more work, so my original plans haven't really worked out. Had a good class tonight, as always. Something that had so stressed me, the situation has been taken care of and what a difference that has made (in my inner self!) Hope everyone is doing well. If I don't see you all before, I will see you Wednesday!

August 25, 2009

I too cannot believe that we are at the last week. In this program, I have realized that I really don't know who I am, I mean what makes me, "me". Cinda and I went to Whispering Pines on Sunday and while we were walking/jogging, we had a great talk. I told her I felt like I was a jellyfish, just floating up and down and going through the motions of "life". In thinking about this, it is very sad. This program has helped me begin a new chapter in my life (still have old chapters to close but that will take time), it was truly time for a CHANGE. There are times that I just want to be that jellyfish so I don't get hurt and things are so out of my comfort zone but I believe that "baby steps" are going to be the best way. It so reminds me of the movie "What About Bob" with Bill Murray, cracks me up....at least I can hope that I am not THAT phobic but who knows, LOL. I try to make everyone happy so I don't stand up for myself or give my opinion or feelings on things so like Andy Nott said, how can anything get better if you don't take that chance? This will be a long process but again, baby steps. My son, Michael, told me the other day that my clothes were too big and I was fading away...he is the best, what an awesome boy I have. For positive notes, my favorite things so far have been the Zumba and actually Spin (who knew!). I think anything with music, I can just focus on that and go off to a different place than how much I am sweating and dying, LOL! I do enjoy the weights as well but they are not my favorites. I am sure I will say more later but thanks to Dynabody, the trainers, staff, the other four CHANGE peeps, Andy N., and the other members of the gym who have supported us and given us great words of encouragement all throughout this, it has been a great CHANGE!

August 11, 2009

I have to say but I don't want to sound repetitive; however, my work out life consists of cardio and it has been different. I miss seeing everyone as I seem to be on a different schedule now! With what I lost on Monday, through the program I have lost 33 but overall, I now have lost a total of 68 pounds, I am 7 pounds away from my next goal....YIPPEE! I hope everyone is doing well and hope to see everyone around the gym soon.

August 9, 2009

I hope this finds everyone having a great weekend. I have been doing stuff in the pool this weekend. Since the doctor said no weights for six weeks and only cardio I have been doing my own thing. I want to thank those who are still checking on me, I really appreciate it. It makes me feel that even though I might be out of sight that I am not out of mind. I can't believe school is going to be starting soon...this summer has just flown by. TTFN.

August 4, 2009

Today was a craaazy day at work, I am hoping this is not a sign of the next few weeks since I am covering someone else's job. This morning was great, I kept up with her job and my job but this afternoon, it seemed like the phones were nonstop and then I was 13 minutes late clocking out to go home. Had turkey burgers for dinner tonight, anyone have any ideas where they don't seem so dry....I joked and said it was like sawdust but it wasn't really that bad. Went to Zumba, good class, some new people in there tonight so that is good. I have seen alot of new faces in the gym so that is great and of course, us regulars! Anyhow, I can't believe the summer is almost over and time for school...it has gone by so fast! I hope everyone has a good evening.