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See You At BlogHer!

So I’m leaving tonight for the BlogHer conference in New York, and as I look over the suitcase full of clothes, I’m pretty happy with what I’m seeing. Two dresses that I absolutely love. Jeans that fit well and – just as importantly – I look good in. Lots of comfortable shoes and soft, easy-fitting tops.

Since last year’s BlogHer, I’ve lost about 10 pounds – most of it in the last few weeks. I’ve taken 2 full inches off my hips and an inch and a half off my waist. I’ve lost 3% of body fat in the past 3 weeks. A combination of running and eating better have made all the difference.

Years ago, I worried about how people would view me. Now? I’m not that concerned. I’m dressing for comfort and my own personal fulfillment. I didn’t get my hair cut or colored (mostly because I had to spend $110 for my daughter’s doctor’s visit), and while I did buy some new clothing, I plan to get a lot of use out of each item beyond the conference.

And I’m running the BlogHer 5K this year. Last year I participated as well, but walked more than I ran. This year I plan to run more than I walk. I’m going to find a steady pace with some of my running friends, and then focus on putting one foot in front of the other until the end.

I’m really looking forward to this year’s conference. I’ve worked hard to look and feel good about myself, and I’m going to enjoy the results of that work. If you’re also coming to BlogHer, be sure to say hi sometime this weekend!

Christina

Christina is a married mom of two daughters from Columbus, Ohio, and has been blogging at A Mommy Story since 2005.

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