Day 17 of 21DSD

Aug 25, 2013 - Day 17 of SD: I thought I might mix things up a bit and post at the beginning, rather than the end of my day today. I love Sundays for multiple reasons. First, it's the day I get to go worship the Lord with fellow believers and my hubby. Second, it's the only day of the week that Todd and I are both off at the same time. The only thing I don't like about Sunday is that it's the day my class assignments are due, and since I'm the Queen of Procrastination, it's also the day I typically START those writing assignments. I've meant to change that and try to get them done earlier in the week, but Hey! I'm almost finished with school! Why change now?
I think that is the attitude that a lot of us take with our health. I've heard so many people who've been newly diagnosed with lung cancer say, "Well, the damage is done. What's the use in quitting smoking now?" Or diabetics who say, "I'll just eat whatever I want and take some insulin to bring my blood sugar down later." Hmmmm....well, I can see how we develop that thought process, but here's a thought! To the cancer patient - yes, the damage is done, BUT wouldn't it be awesome to NOT have to struggle so much for every breath? And to the diabetic, wouldn't it be so much better to find a healthier alternative to that slice of "death by chocolate" cake and NOT have to inject yourself? Forgive me if I sound preachy, but as a nurse, especially an oncology nurse, this is really something to consider!
My attitude has been no different about my weight, so I guess I'm preaching to myself, too. I've carried around 60+ extra pounds, remained sedentary, and danced all around diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart trouble for too many years. While my procrastinating nature may never change in regards to deadlines, I have made the decision that I can no longer put off reclaiming good health! WHOA! We done had us some church up in here! LOL! I will now step off my soapbox and go get ready for worship. Todd told me to stop putting it off so we can go! Blessings to you on this gorgeous, fantastic day that the Lord has made!