ARRRRRRrrrrrrgggghhhhh!
I’m just having one of those moments of impatience! I want all this extra weight gone NOW! This INSTANT! Like, PRONTO! I swear, patience during the process of losing weight has got to be the hardest thing to master. It seems like the days crawl by while my skinny clothes taunt me from the closet. I realize that it’s not even been 2 full months yet since I made the commitment to a healthier me, but there are moments when I just can’t stand the flab on my body for even one more minute. Of course, that’s why I set out on this endeavor in the first place, because I felt like the Michelin Man all covered in spare tires. And I swear I’m in it for the long haul: FOR LIFE. But I’m ready for the rewards to begin now, RIGHT NOW!
Yes, yes, I know I’ve already experienced some rewards: I feel much better overall, I sleep better, my fitness (running/cycling/etc.) has greatly improved, and I’m in control (no binge eating). I’ve lost 17.4 pounds, and I’ll continue to lose, too. But there are moments of pure frustration when all I care about is wearing my size 7 jeans. Not world peace. Not the ozone layer. Not the election. Just my pants. Is that too much to ask? 
Oh, Josephine, thank you for giving me a great laugh. I loved your pictures and your comments. Yes! So agree with you. Global warming, world peace, the whole financial situation crashing around the place – no. Forget it. I just want my bra to stop cutting me in half and my thighs to stop chafing.
Word. I hear you, loud and clear.
Tyler, I just love all your posts on 3FC so I am stalking you over at your blog now! : ) I totally hear you! I know I should be calm and patient and philosophical, but sometimes I just want to be at goal already!! (insert kicking toddler feet here)