by Bridget ♥
Member since:
September 18, 2006

GOAL: Lose 10 pounds BEFORE my 10th anniversary!

January 21, 2009 12:40 PM EST (Updated: February 27, 2009 01:40 PM EST)
views: 140 | comments: 42

I've updated my status to reflect my first weight loss goal of 09.  My ultimate goal is to lose 25 pounds this year!

* BRIDGET AKA Gather Snow Angel is determined to lose 10 pounds before my 10th wedding anniversary: March 20th!

 

 

In 2007, I managed to lose 30 pounds.  I went from a size 18 to a size 12!  

In 2008, I managed to maintain my weight. 

For 2009, my goal is to lose atleast 25 pounds.  If I lose 25 pounds, that will put me at my "GOAL" weight!  If I can lose a little more than that, I wouldn't complain! LOL!

Why did I choose my goal weight?  If I reach my goal weight, I will weigh 1 pound LESS than my hubby!  :)

The change I'd like to make in my life and how BOCA can help me achieve balance is simple, I'm not going on a "diet" because I don't think diets work.  I'm making a lifestyle change.  By making small changes in my eating and activity level, it will simply become habit.  It's all about balance, moderation and support!

In addition to shedding some pounds, it will give me an overall healthier way of life.  I want to be healthier and happier not only for myself but for my kids and my husband as well!  By doing this for myself, it will make me a better mother and wife!

 

 

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Comments: 42

Otelia S. Jan 21, 2009, 12:45pm EST
"Bravo for you"
My hats off to you for wanting to be a healthier and happier you!
Good luck and God bless you on your journey.

I too have demons(xtra weight) to destroy.
Chris E. Jan 21, 2009, 12:49pm EST
Good luck Bridget!
michelle K. Jan 21, 2009, 12:49pm EST
Good Luck!!!!

I was going to go on a diet but then I got pregnant again....looks like my near future is all about putting on the pounds!
Denise C. Jan 21, 2009, 12:49pm EST
We can work on that goal together. I want to lose 35 lbs b my anniversary which is march 19th!!!!! I have lost 8 lbs of it so far since the start of this year.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Jan 21, 2009, 12:51pm EST
Bridget, that's wonderful! You've done great. Why don't you join us over at Shedding Light, Mariana T's new group? We are all working on shedding 10 by March 21. Good luck, you can do it :)
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Jan 21, 2009, 12:52pm EST
Why don't you join us too, Denise ;)
Holli G. Jan 21, 2009, 12:52pm EST
yay, you can do it!
Bridget ♥ Jan 21, 2009, 12:53pm EST
Thanks everyone! It's great to have the support of my Gather friends!

Stacey, I joined the group a few minutes ago! :)
Vivian P. Jan 21, 2009, 12:54pm EST
cool It is best to start with the smaller goal
Alexis Newell Jan 21, 2009, 12:55pm EST
Good luck with your weight loss goals!
Mariana T. Jan 21, 2009, 12:58pm EST
Bridget is part of our Sistah Sheds over here at Shedding Light - !!
Bravo for you Bridget - I love your goals - and yes, we all want to weigh less than our husbands - I would love to fit into some of those boxers mine doesn't wear - lol...
Ok...hopefully, I'll get a couple of charts done today so we can get rolling - the first step is to post something, as you and a few others have done, post something to describe why you want to lose ten pounds - why you are holding on to weight - etc. I mentioned this in my first Shedding Light post.

Today make sure you all drink water - Ok - I squeeze lemon in water and sip that - try to shoot for 8 glasses - it will be hard but start and make it a habit. Also, raw veggies - carrots can be a great snack especially those baby ones. Lots of fruit and veggies for starters to get the body cleansed. Also, try soaking in Epsom salts once a week - this will help clean you out - in many folks that ten pounds is pure waste!!!
Ok Bridget - thanks for posting this - and good luck. Keep the posts coming, we are all going to support you. Salud
Christine P. Jan 21, 2009, 12:58pm EST
Good luck Bridget!
JoAnne D. Jan 21, 2009, 1:02pm EST
Good attitude, you will most likely succeed with this train of thought.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Jan 21, 2009, 1:06pm EST
Way to go Bridget - oops, Sistah Shed ;)
tammie p. Jan 21, 2009, 1:10pm EST
good luck with your goals
Peter Joseph Swanson Jan 21, 2009, 1:16pm EST
GO GO GO !!!
Donna S. Jan 21, 2009, 1:31pm EST
i believe in you!!
edna r. Jan 21, 2009, 1:33pm EST
You can do it!
♥♥LoViNg♥LiFe♥ ♥♥ Jan 21, 2009, 1:36pm EST
YOU CAN DO IT!!!
I need to lose 20 pounds too! YIKES!
I weigh 140 and i'm only 5'4!
Mariana T. Jan 21, 2009, 1:43pm EST
Girl, you have so much support - I think it's great! Please try to do a post every few days or even every day if you want and this will in turn inspire others! Salud
donna h. Jan 21, 2009, 1:50pm EST
good luck
J F. Jan 21, 2009, 3:29pm EST
good luck
Rose H. Jan 21, 2009, 3:45pm EST
Good Luck!
Vic Needs Coffee Jan 21, 2009, 3:52pm EST
Good for you, good luck with your goal!
Stacey (Jesus is coming soon! ) U. Jan 21, 2009, 4:23pm EST
More power to you !
Trish A. Jan 21, 2009, 5:43pm EST
Good luck!
Dagmara H. Jan 21, 2009, 5:54pm EST
good luck
Lisa Frost Jan 21, 2009, 6:05pm EST
good luck!
Christy F. Jan 21, 2009, 6:09pm EST
Good luck! I'm trying to do the same!
Linda T. Jan 21, 2009, 6:25pm EST
Your right about diets not working but life style changes don't work either unless you make them permanent. I have made many attempts to change my life style and the attempts held for a while before I slipped back into the old ways. It helps if your family is willing to change with you. My family never adapted to my new eating habits so it was easy to go back to their ways. Good Luck! I need to set some goals for myself.
Larry H. Jan 21, 2009, 6:58pm EST
THANKS FOR SHARING..
Lee P. Jan 21, 2009, 9:08pm EST
Nice goal. You can do it. Sounds like you have the discipline it takes.
Priscilla (wishing I was in Costa Rica) ~. Jan 21, 2009, 10:06pm EST
I know you can do it!
Ya know I'm all about the next ten pounds! lol I'm working on at least ten by March 1st. Ya know I'm here urging you on! Now that I'm back home, I've got to get busy, starting with my own post to the group!
juley g. Jan 22, 2009, 1:55pm EST
That is wonderful!
Amy just hangin' out M. Jan 22, 2009, 7:39pm EST
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Bhawana 'Gather Proud Mom' Jan 22, 2009, 8:00pm EST
love your goals and determination.
Mariana T. Jan 22, 2009, 10:44pm EST
Hi girl, how was your water intake today? Salud
lynn a. Jan 23, 2009, 3:31am EST
I am also hoping you make it, and me too, and that we find it isn't as difficult as we might think it is. And now to the water drinking part. Oy. Good luck!
Amy just hangin' out M. Jan 25, 2009, 8:10am EST
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Bridget ♥ Feb 27, 2009, 1:40pm EST
I want to be around to watch my children grow into successful adults and have families of their own! I can't do that if I don't take care of myself!

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