They decided to promote health and wellness at my workplace with a "Biggest Losers" challenge. so here I am. I can't say I have always had a problem with my weight. There for a short time during my teens I could eat anything I wanted and stay a pretty svelte 115 pounds. Other than that, I have had a weight issue.

One of the biggest hurdles I have found in weight loss and nutrition is the sheer cost of the lean meats, fish and veggies. And the cost isn't getting any better.

I do enjoy eating the meals on my diet, however. I tend to get to eat more in quantity while I am dieting than when I am not dieting. I feel better about myself when I start to shed the pounds.

This is my third day on my diet. I have willpower, and though the cash prize would be nice from work, it isn't really why I am doing this. I am doing this to also feel better about myself, and it helps to know that so many people at work are also going through the same issues I am. Now, my willpower will be tested a bit harder... my husband and step children won't stop bringing snacks into the house!

I can do this. I just need to remind myself of it.