I’ve had my struggles with weight loss. This time, though, I’m taking control.

I’m thrilled to report I’m down 40 pounds, which moves me from the BMI obese category and well into the overweight category. Normally, the label “overweight” would discourage me, but looking where I started from, it makes me smile. I now know my changes are not a fluke. I’ve made progress toward numerous lifestyle changes that not only benefit me but my entire family, as well.

I’ve been working toward my first half-marathon, which is this Sunday. A myriad of thoughts and emotions are swirling around in my head and heart right now. I know I’m ready for the race. I know I’m ready to continue my change.