In the beginning...

Sounds a bit dramatic, huh?
I don't know where to start.  My story is so long.
I am unsure where this blog thing will take me, but I am sure it will be a journey of self discover as well as fitness.  Initially, I will probably be all over the place as I remember bits and pieces of my past that will lead me to a healthy future.  If you are reading this, I hope you enjoy the ride.  : )

There comes a time in every girls life when she has to say, "Enough already!"  Am I there yet?  I think I am.

This free spirited mama of six lovely children has an inner goddess just waiting to bust out.  I have actually had dreams where I possess the PERFECT body.  I wake up and look at myself, and I sigh (or swear).  Why me?

Why not me?  I am no different, give or take a few pounds, from the next fitness model.  I truly believe that through God ALL things are possible.  My mom taught me that as a child.  She said it all the time.  Saying it myself makes me feel like superwoman.  Hard work, determination, a solid plan, some great leverage, and of course a solid "why" will be necessary.  I will have to give this some serious though.

I started my quest for fitness some years ago, and although I have never been what you would call obese, I have always felt inadequate where my body is concerned.  This feeling of inadequacy has led me down many a road.  Magic pills, fad diets, unrealistic exercise plans and even a few bouts with anorexia/bulimia.  I'm not proud of this, but it has made me a more compassionate person toward others who feel that they just aren't good enough.  I have a big heart, and I want to fix everyone.  Perhaps I should start with myself this time.