Yes. I am, in fact, f!@#$%^ kidding me.

It turns out, my scale needed to be reset yesterday. I did not gain 10lbs like I thought. I gained 4lbs. That I can deal with. I feel a bit like an alarmist. Today I got a walk in, had a great Zumba session last night, and feel much better about where I am. I have my eye on the 70's and to see the 90's again was pretty terrifying. Alas I need to just chill out. 

My walk was almost rained out but I kept a little faith, put on my hood and I was handsomely rewarded with a dry walk. I need to get out of bed tomorrow morning to do it again. It might be raining but I'm not really sure I care. There is something therapeutic about being outside first thing in the morning while most everyone is still asleep. I enjoy my route and now that snow is slowing me up I can really get this whole exercise thing back in motion. Zumba is great but it is only twice per week. If I continue to do that and then walk in the mornings I'll be supercharging my progress. Pair that with a few more greek yogurts, salads, and a little less bread and June will be the month I keep dreaming it will be. 

I'm kind of looking forward to shopping for a new bathing suit this summer too. I've never been excited about that but I think it will help me see how far I've come and stroke my confidence behind the ears. 

This summer I also want to start thinking about adding a new member to our family. A little furry baby that doesn't actually come from me and can join me on walks, lick my face, and snuggle me at night. I know I need to be up for the challenge though because that is a big change for us. The possibilities that lie ahead are promising! 

<3 Katie
Day 313
185lbs
Feeling like a bipolar blogger...... 

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