So, I've never had the fastest metabolism. I've always used the gaining weight thing as an excuse when it came to quitting smoking. When I finally realized, that fact would never change and I quit, I knew it was coming. I've also indulged because of the holiday season. All the cakes and cookies in my face.
But, that's okay. I'm okay. I knew I was going to take the first month of my quit to focus on quitting, focus on maintaining my quit. I know that I have to pay attention to my quit every day, nurture it, and be proud at the end of the day. However, I'm on day 24 so I'm looking ahead to the beginning of the year and my next move in the new, healthy me.
I am going to work toward losing about 30 lbs. I know I'm going to enjoy it more this time because I will remain smoke free. I know that it will be an over all healthy I'm going after and not the skinny but smoking look...lol...
It will take time, it will push me, it will make me mad sometimes. I WILL NOT smoke, I WILL NOT be depressed about the slow process because I want it to be my lifestyle and not a diet. I want to treat my body kindly as I only have one. I want to run a 5k with my daughter, I want to look good for myself and my hubby ;)... I'm getting jazzed about it...BUT
I know to go slow. I know my quit is most important and I know not to expect miracles.
In conclusion....I'M LOVING BEING SMOKE FREE. I know challenges will come with not smoking. I know I have to watch out for my quit and protect it. I believe growing stronger physically and mentally will help me maintain that quit!
2013 I'm sure will have good days and bad, fun and not so fun times but through it all I will look back at 2012 as the year I said "screw you" to the nasty addiction and gained my freedom.
Thanks to everyone here for letting me vent, reading my goofy blogs, and being a cheerleader when I need one.
You guys rock 🙂
