Turning 38 in September of 2010 I really started thinking about how I'm pushing 40 now. I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY don't want to be this fat when I turn 40. I'm so out of shape and would really love to get back into shape where I can actual enjoy doing things.

I don't want to have to get the seat belt extender when I fly on a plane just so I can be comfortable any more. I don't want to think that when I step on an elevator that is kind of full that I'm going to be too heavy and make the thing crash. I want to be able to enjoy going to amusement parks and not worrying about whether I can fit in the ride or not. I want to enjoy going to the beach and not feeling like a beached whale.

So maybe doing this fatsecret and meeting regular people who have the same kind of goals and struggles will help me reach my goal with support, kindness and motivation.

When I reach the following goal weights I plan on rewarding myself and celebrating a little, life is too short not too!

Goal: 245 lbs Reward: Shop for clothes that fit

Goal: 215 lbs Reward: Spa day

Goal: 175 lbs Reward: Weekend getaway to my favorite beach resort Hotel Del, Coronado, CA

Goal: 135 lbs Reward: Take a Caribbean cruise and celebrate life!