I'm just a couple of days away from my first final weigh in. I woke up this morning up 1.5 pounds heavier and can feel a cold coming on. Things have been going well enough the past 3+ weeks that a win was kind of a given. I'm pretty certain the increase is due to the salty Chinese food we had last night. It's temporary. However, my commitment needs to permanent. While I cannot allow one increase to derail my journey I do need to be aware what causes derails and try to prevent them. But I also need to recognize things happen. Events, illnesses, even Chinese food. When I took this journey 6 or so years ago I was so rigid that once I met my goal I couldn't/wouldn't maintain it. Sadly, I burned out on ....me.  After putting 80 pounds back on and having the years pass I am ready to try again. I feel like I have gained knowledge in addition to pounds. I feel like I am still going to succeed but I can allow myself to enjoy life too. Guilt free even. So today I'm going to do what I've been doing the entire month. Tomorrow evening I'll be watching football and (hopefui) choosing wisely when it comes to food. Monday or Tuesday morning I'll step on the scale for the final weigh in of my first challenge. I hope it shows a low enough number but regardless I am going to continue this journey. I am a winner!