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Introduction Text I made a SparkPage back in July of 2007, setting a goal to lose 100 pounds by July of 2008. It is now February of 2008 and I have lost a whopping 4 pounds! I have a daughter who will be one year old in April and as soon as she starts walking, I need to have the energy to chase her around the house. So, it's time. I have a friend that is as motivated as myself that is going to do this with me. Good things happen with support. So...here goes! Update 3/25/08: Thanks to the strength this program gives me, I have dropped just over 25 pounds. I quit smoking. I am incorporating exercise on a semi-regular basis. I am happy. I am strong. Update 11/14/08: I went on Sabbatical for too long and have just climbed back on the wagon although I seem to keep falling off of it. I must have a balance problem. :) During the horribly long hiatus, I picked back up smoking (occasionally) and have been gaining and losing the same 5-10 pounds. So...here I am once again. I am going to try as I might to get it to stick this time. I have to. It's my life we're talking about. Update 1/21/09: Our country is about to embark on something historical today...no matter how we feel about our new president, the truth is there will be change. I figured today was as good as any to pick myself back up and do what I know is right. So here I am, once again, ready to really do it this time.

(1) Under 250. Haven't been there since months and months before I got pregnant. That would feel great. (Did it!) (2) 10%. This would be minus 27 pounds. That's more than my daughter weighs. I want to make this goal by Easter. (Did it!) (3) 225. This is my Memorial Day goal. I haven't been this weight in a couple years. (Did it!) (4) Under 200. I can't even fathom what this will feel like. I think I'll buy myself something hot and have a rockin' night out. (5) 190. Only been there once in my life since weight became an issue for me. I looked hot. (6) Ultimate goal. 180. Never been there, but I know it's possible. Here's to me!

Calories: 1340-1690 Fat: 35-62 Carbs: 179-258 Protein: 60-139 Water: 8 or more/day Exercise: 30 minutes of cardio, 4 days a week with 2-3 days of strength training. (I'm starting small this time. In the past I have burned myself quite quickly diving in head first.) Read. Write. Relax. Smile.

My name is Jenn and I am an RN at a large medical center in central Illinois. I gave birth to the most beautiful baby girl in April of 2007. I am single and LOVING it! :) I recently regained a sense of self which is absolutely the most amazing feeling in the world. This is for me.

This time, when I tell myself I can do this, I believe it. I no longer feel the need to rely on others to get me there. I can do this. I will do this. I am so grateful for this place. You all are so encouraging and motivating.

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