Kicking My Own Booty - Day ?????

I remember when I first got pregnant, there was an innate part of me that was hoping I would be the woman whose weight dropped off effortlessly post-baby. After all, I had genetics in my favor - if you've seen my mom you know what I mean :).

It turns out, that wasn't so much the case. BUT here I am, 9 months later and I can say that I have officially lost my baby weight....even a couple pounds more than. Granted, I have a little extra baggage in certain areas than I had pre-baby, but the pounds don't lie, right?

It seems equitable to me: 9 months to gain the weight, 9 months to lose it.

It seemed as though the proper reward for losing the baby weight was a semi-makeover, so today I dyed my hair brunette, which is something I have been wanting to try for awhile. And what can I say - I really love it!

(Un-styled, but you get the idea)

And finally, a few gratitude shout-outs:

Devin - for giving me insight into the uncharted territory of healthful living and eating

Matt - for saying I was beautiful even when I felt far from it

Finn - for being worth every pound

Kiki - my biggest cheerleader and empathizer

My scale - for finally being on my side

And to all those who love me large and love me not so large...............

a genuine thank you.