But I find as I’m getting older, that I’ve been eating an entire meal and snacking. So of course, I’ve gained weight. Nothing terrible, I’m still skinny enough that when I mention [...]]]> I’ve always enjoyed eating snacks rather than sitting down to eat an entire meal. Nothing heavy—popcorn, nuts, granola bars, the occasional chip.

But I find as I’m getting older, that I’ve been eating an entire meal and snacking. So of course, I’ve gained weight. Nothing terrible, I’m still skinny enough that when I mention that I need to lose weight people remark, “Lose what? Your mind?”

But I know I need to lose a couple of pounds.

And I’m simply going to walk it off.

Walking helped me lose (most) of my pregnancy weight and it’s something I enjoy, especially when I get to go outside. (I have a few walking DVD’s that sustain me during bad weather.)

I refuse to set myself up for failure by saying that I won’t eat this, or I won’t touch that. Food-wise, I plan to:

1. Drink more water.

2. Have a fruit and a vegetable with every meal.

3. Eat more whole-grains.

4. Take my vitamins. (Everyday, not just when I feel like it.)

That, coupled with walking is all I’m going to do. (Don’t get me wrong, I plan to lift some weights here and there. Got to keep those arms toned. Thanks a lot, Michelle Obama.)

I still plan on indulging myself with a sweet treat now and then, but I think if I include more of the good stuff, I won’t feel so bad about eating the bad stuff.

I’ll keep you posted on my progress.