Happy New Year!

I ask you, how is it possible that Labor Day was yesterday? I am sad that summer has passed so quickly and that my family did not get all our planned activities in, but you know what? I am ready for September.

In my life, New Year's Day is Labor Day, not January 1st! September has always been the opening month of my "New Year". I think it's from the years of school starting every September since kindergarten through college and beyond (new beginnings). Also, the last four months of the year are my favorites. I just love the Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Christmas season. Could that have something to do with it? Whatever the reason, I am always ready to embark on a new "something", starting the day after Labor Day.

This year, I am ready to embark on re-claiming my body! Many of you know that my mother passed away in February and I have to say, it's effect on my life came as quite a surpise. I wouldn't say I was outwardly affected - although the 5-6 pounds I gained and cannot seem to get rid of, does fall into that category! (still blaming Mom!) But my inner self has had a subtle shift that I am unable to describe. That shift is responsible for, amongst other bad habits, out of control eating and not working out as regularly as I know I need to. Hence, an extra 5-6 pounds in places on my body, reminiscent of another chapter of my life.

So, that being said, the time has come to reclaim my former self. You are invited to follow me, through this blog, or better yet, join me, in battling back to reclaim your body or re-invent YOURSELF! Pretty heady stuff!

Afterall, it's the New Year! First thing I'm doing - starting this blog! Start date - today - the day after Labor Day of course!! What's next? Tune in later this week for my opinion on eating and how I am positive that it is the key to changing your body.