A resolution? Maybe.

You know how every other person has the New Year's resolution to lose weight or get healthier? I, as of right now, am joining that mostly pathetic group. Though, I will not be throwing out every unhealthy thing in the house or starving myself or even change my entire lifestyle....
First, my goal is to lose 68% of what I have gained since the wedding. That is approximately 15 pounds. Do the math, and you will understand why I feel the need to make this resolution.
In the year 2007:
1) I do not plan to give up chocolate and sweets, but I pledge to eat less of it.
2) I will continue eating little meat, less empty carbs, and more fruits and vegetables.
3) I will eat less junk food at work only because it's there and I'm hungry.
4) I will maintain a consistent workout schedule, with workouts not limited to just the gym.
5) I will attempt to eat healthy in all circumstances, not justifying myself with excuses such as (but not limited to): "We're eating out", "It's okay every once in a while", and "I didn't eat much yet today."
6) I will not eat past 8 o'clock, except small amounts of popcorn when the munchies hit. And, absolutely NO sugar past 8 o'clock.
I've realized that all these unhealthy habits began on our honeymoon, where we were able to eat to our heart's content. This continued with a summer of gluttony, feasting ourselves nearly every weekend at 5 other weddings. The excuse in August became, "We're in the process of moving and I'm stressed so I can eat whatever I want because I need it." I felt invincible. I knew I was gaining weight, but for some reason felt that whenever I decided to do something about it, the excess would shed like dead skin off a snake.
Now that the holidays are over, and I can see the effects with my tight clothes and expanding middle, I have set out to change my old ways.
This is my public contract of established terms, and anyone who so chooses may help to keep me accountable. May God's grace be with me!