Day 1

Today is the first day of our personal training. I am excited to get underway, but am nervous about how hard this is going to be. I know it is going to be worth it! I just am trying to keep the end result my driving motivation.

We had our fitness evaluation last week. Yikes. Not a pretty thing. But I suppose it must be done so we can see a positive result - right? It also confirmed how much I need help.

I keep trying to think of the part of this makeover I am most excited about - and it keeps changing. The teeth whitening is a huge thing for me. And just something different and contemporary with my hair (instead of my signature ponytail!). And a new outfit - stylish and hip. Wow. And then the whole body change - fitter, slimmer, healthier. I expect my favorite part will keep changing, but for now, I am content to remain grateful for all of it. I would have been ecstatic to win even one of these prizes. To have them all together is beyond belief.

Thank you to all the sponsors - I feel as if my life will be longer and healthier and happier because of your generosity.

And to my family and friends, and those I don't know - please keep encouraging me! I hope this feeling of excitement can drive me and help me achieve my goals. But I know that every bit of motivation you provide will push me that much more. Thanks for being part of this journey with me.

Here we go!!!