feeling better

I woke up this morning and was shocked to discover that I wasn't sore, at all! So much so that I shoveled the 2 new inches of snow from the driveway before I went to the Y. I was thinking about it while walking tonight and realized that numerous aches and pains have diminished recently. My knee still feels unstable but there is definitely less pain. As well most of the worst pain happens during the night when it gets into a bad position and comes apart. I am walking faster and easier, except for the occasional slip on ice or slush. I may be forced to wear the yak trax one of the kids got me a few years ago! My balaclava is awesome too and it's from dollarama. Of course my spirits are improved as well and I'm feeling more stable emotionally too. When I think about what a vicious cycle depression and eating have been for most of my life, even I am impressed. I weighed in at the Y this morning at 218 lbs for a total loss of 76 lbs and my third goal achieved. My next goal is to reach 200 lbs, with 18 more to go. Thanks for the love, support and encouragement, elly "Improvement begins with I". Arnold H Glasow