Happy Reunion

After being in Yuma, Arizona, for three weeks on business, my husband is on a plane this very moment to come home. I am so anxious to see him; the butterflies have already begun! It has been difficult not having him around, especially through the ups and downs I've had on my food and fitness plan the past few weeks. Last night, I was aggravated and a bit down because the tenderness in my legs started creeping in again. I thought the tibial tendonitis had fully healed, but after another workout with the Sarg on the EA Active and a walk/jog with the dog, the familiar aches made themselves painfully known. Frustrating! Since he was working, (there's a two-hour time diff between us) I sent him a text message:

Me: I'm discouraged.

Him: I'm sorry babe. Why are you discouraged?

Me: I just feel like I'm having a lot of setbacks when I am finally getting my act together and doing this right. My legs hurt so badly.

Him: We will just have to find other ways for you to meet your goal.

Me: I want this weight off.

Him: You will get to your goal. Don't be discouraged. You are doing wonderful.

The big clincher in this sweet little dialogue for me was the simple "we." Ever since becoming a couple 3 ½ years ago, and man and wife last May, JD has always taken on challenges with me and supported me through them as if they were his own. When I found out while we were engaged that I may have difficulties having children, something we both want one day, he hugged a concerned and tearful me and said, "As long as I have you, I'm happy. We'll figure it all out when the time comes." When my grandfather passed away in April, without having to say a word, he was on the phone with my boss, letting them know I would be out of work for a few days, and searching for plane tickets for the both of us to attend the services in Arizona. Even this week, when I was feeling overwhelmed about my ridiculous doctor bill, he told me it would be ok, to not worry about it for now and that he would call the company about it when he got home.

And I know when he gets here, he'll be eating veggies and tofu (maybe) with me, shopping for organic goods, going along on the daily dog walks and cheering me on every inch and pound of the way. So for being the outstanding man he is, I wanted to dedicate today's post to him. I am truly grateful to be Mrs. D!

Who is your biggest fan? And how do they support you in achieving your health and fitness goals?