So who created the term 'love handles' anyway?

Wikipedia defines it as a "layer of fat that is deposited around a person's midsection, especially visible on the sides over the abdominal external oblique muscle." And, amazing enough, there is picture to go along with the definition! I wonder how much they had to pay that poor guy.....although he does look kinda familiar.

I prefer the term "mom belt" or "momness" it takes the pressure off it actually being my responsibility for having a layer of fat around my midsection (Man that sounds disgusting). I think I have kinda hidden behind the idea that I'm a mom now so I no longer have to be concious of my body. I can just let it all go and start shopping at Talbots. But the thing is, I like my smaller jeans and I like the look of a fitted top. So where does that leave me? I don't really think that I am doing this because of society or the pressures to be a size 2. That is one number I will never own. Except of course if its 2 tickets to Boston, or a 2 taco combo.

Anyways, so as of yesterday I've decided to swap actual food for five yummy, flavorful shakes. So far, the withdrawal symptoms have been minor. Only some occasional yearning...along with the minute gag reflex with the first taste of the vanilla one...it's not so good.

It's all worth it though. If for nothing else, actually accomplishing this kind of commitment will be rather amazing to me....if I can get through it. Today is just day 2 ya know.

Weight: not bloated
Attitude: stubborn
Hopeful: of course