So, today is my 36^th Birthday.  I am so happy that I have started my weight loss journey because I keep hearing that the older I get the slower my metabolism gets.  It's not exactly speedy right now so God help me when it slows. Although, according to the above cartoon I may just eat too much and not exercise ;)  At the weigh in on Saturday I was down 8.2 pounds!!!!! To say I was excited is an understatement.  You know what made it even better? All of my friends, family and co-workers being excited and proud with me.  It's a great feeling to know that what you are doing is working.  I've been really great with dieting and I'm excited to start working out so next month should, hopefully, be as great.  Just have to keep on the path and I know I will be successful.