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About Leah@MyNewEnding

I'm a 44-year-old wife and mother who begins her day with God and coffee. When my youngest of 3 kids started college I went from a SAHM to a full-time job. I love being an attendance secretary. A lot has gone on since I started this blog in 2009, but one thing remains the same: I will not give up on my health. Join me as I share what that means for the season of life I'm in.

One Step At A Time

Sometimes I’m overwhelmed with my weightloss goals. I can’t even imagine myself fit and thin, and if I’m not careful I can drown in the doubts and unbelief that I’ll ever reach my goals. I decided a few days ago … Continue reading

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Taking Responsibility

I feel like I’m out of my weight loss funk. One way I know I’m back to my old self is that I’m willing to see what needs changing in my life and I’m not dreading what it will take … Continue reading

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Weigh-In … Back On Track

Today’s Weight: 208.5 Loss/Gain: -1.0 lb Total Loss So Far: -22.5 lbs There are many thoughts I’d like to share, but I have to get ready for work. So, I’ll sum it up by saying that yesterday I felt like … Continue reading

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Success Quote

The same church that had the “Triumph” quote has this one up on their marquee now: “Failure can be success if you learn from it” Yes!! I claim it!!! *GRIN*

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Hot 100 – Update #5

Okay, Steve said it’s time for another update on the Hot 100 Challenge, so here goes. Hot 100 Goals for November: Scale Goal: Reach my first scale goal of 199 by Thanksgiving. That is losing 15 pounds between now and … Continue reading

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Happy Veteran’s Day

Please remember to take a minute to thank any veterans you know for their service to our country. It is their sacrifice that has helped to make this country a great place to live. In following my advice, here’s my … Continue reading

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I Choose To Win

This morning I was feeling a little like, “Why even try to lose weight?”. I did my devotions and then I literally told myself out loud, “I choose to win.” I will win at losing this extra weight. I will … Continue reading

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Triumph

A church marquee that we pass by often had this quote up for a week or so: Triumph is just “umph” added to try. I loved it! Have a great week everyone!

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Learning to Believe

Yesterday after discussing my little jog attempt and the following soreness with a teacher-friend of mine she told me I was an inspiration to her. She said, “You’re an inspiration to me. You inspire me to eat healthier — today!!” … Continue reading

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Weigh-In … It’s Not Over Yet

Today’s Weight: 209.5 Total Loss/Gain: 0 Total Loss So Far: -21.5 lbs. After the emotional week I’ve had I’m okay with this maintain. In fact, last night I told myself, “You know, I’m exercising regularly, I feel better and I’m … Continue reading

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