Over the past couple of days I have been asking myself, why am I losing weight?
Most experts say that you should lose weight for yourself, no one else. Well, to be quite honest I don't care. Isn't that terrible? But, really....I would much rather enjoy nap time, reading a book or just relaxing, than get my ass kicked by Jillian. Running around with two little babies is tiring, and I just really want, eh need, a break....especially when I am still getting up in the middle of the night :(.
But, after thinking about this for a few days, I realized that I am trying to lose weight for my children. I want to be able to run around outside with them (easily), take them swimming without worrying what I look like in a swim suit, be able to slide down the slide at the park without my hips digging into the sides. Sigh.
Anyone want to pay for weight loss surgery for me? Haha, totally kidding. I know that wold be the "easy" way out, and more than likely I would just end up over-weight again. This is just something I need to do...something I need to stick with.....something I NEED to accomplish.
I love my kids, and want them to have everything in the world.....especially their Mom.
I am losing weight as well for my kiddos. But, also for myself. For some reason hitting 35 was the magical number for Me. I realized I wasnt getting any younger and the things I have been doing to my body the past 10yrs were catching up to me!
ReplyDeleteI do want to be in good health and be sure to be around for them as they get older.
Hi! Found your blog post over at MckMama. I completly know how you feel! Its so hard, I was in your shoes 8 years ago after I had my first son. Genetics are not on my side, and I was 240 pounds after he was born.
ReplyDeleteI didn't see it, didn't really care, then one day it popped in my head "I don't want to be a fat mom." Mostly for all the reasons you listed. However, when I was growing up, my mom was over weight. Kids are mean, and I would get teased about it. I didn't want her to come help in my class, cause kids would tease me that I had a "fat mom." I decided I wasnt going to be a fat mom and kicked my self in my butt.
That was 8 years ago, and two more kids later. I am still kicking my own butt. Running in runs accross my state and weighing in at my goal weight of 165. (I am 5'9)
It has been an incredibly long, hard road, but I am so happy.
This turned out long, but just thought I would shard my motivation. Good luck on your journey.
Stacey
Deborah - Thank you so much for the comment. I really just need to get off my butt. Haha.
ReplyDeleteStacey - WOW! You are in shape lady! I am so impressed. I agree, I don't want to be the "fat mom". All my girl-friends are skinny, so I think it just makes me look that much bigger.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment, I appreciate knowing that I am not the only one struggling with weight loss....and it is even better to hear from someone who has accomplished their goal ;o).
That is one of the BEST reasons I have ever heard! You will be able to do it just because your reasons are so awesome! I'm rooting for YOU!
ReplyDeleteIt's a constant battle. But determination to be good roll model for my kids keeps me going. And while my husband loves me regardless, I know he loves it a little more when I'm feeling good about myself. Which doesn't happen when I'm heavier :(
ReplyDeleteIt's a constant battle. But determination to be good roll model for my kids keeps me going. And while my husband loves me regardless, I know he loves it a little more when I'm feeling good about myself. Which doesn't happen when I'm heavier :(
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