Welcome to Our Journey

Okay, so it's no secret that James and I could be contestants on the next Biggest Loser Couples. We have both continued to gain weight steadily over the last 11 years. Each of us has had momentary successes with weight loss, but neither of us has stuck with it and followed it through. That's all going to change right now. Between the two of us, we have a combined weight loss goal of 200 pounds. There are going to be no more excuses or "future" start dates. The time is now. If you follow our other blog, you have seen how quickly the girls are growing up. We want to set the right examples, be good role models, and better parents before it's too late.

You're probably wondering - why blog about it? We decided to start this blog to share our journey with you and provide ourselves with some accountability at the same time. Feel free to keep up with our progress as we post before and after photos and blog about our victories and challenges. We would love your feedback, encouragement, and advice.

And finally, I thought I'd share the story that is truly the catalyst behind this new journey and this blog. This past Sunday during Mass, an elderly lady sitting in the pew in front of me, smiled sweetly and said "Peace be with you...and your baby." I smiled back, not knowing whether to laugh or to cry. I can't blame her though - I weigh nearly as much now as I did when I was nine months pregnant with Olivia! Needless to say, that single experience lit a fire under me. The next time someone comments on my "baby belly" - there better be a baby in there! :o)