So far so good.

I am on the second part of phase one of the Atkins diet. So far so good. I believe I have lost anywhere from 5 to 7 pounds, but I'm not sure since I did not weigh myself for the first couple of days. It's been somewhat of a rocky road for me being on this diet since I love carbs, especially in the form of baked breads and desserts. I also get a little discouraged in the beginning because I want to see results right away even though I know it takes time.

I started this diet for several reasons, first I saw myself getting bigger, especially around my stomach area and it freaked me out. Of course, my wife would tell me and I didn't look like I had gained weight, but I could not only see it, but I could feel it. Second, I want to get out of the 200's. I especially want to get below or near 220 as my short term goal. I left the 220's area a long time ago and I can't seem to get back there. Yeah, 220 does not seem like a number you'd strive for, for when you reach a weight of 240 and above, it's scary to know that you're not that far off from being 250. 250!!!!!! YIKES!!!!! That to me is scary and so 220 seems better to me than 250.

So my ultimate goal is to reach 170, but for right now, my short term goal is to reach 220. So please pray and encourage me. Cause I need it.