As I write this, it is the night before the article appears in the News-Herald. I have had people tell me that they could never have done what I did, as it puts extra pressure and motivation on you and lets all of your friends and family know your weight and measurements. I am OK with that, and hope that it gives me the necessary drive I need to be successful. As a competitive person, I would of course like to win but I want to become a healthier person overall. I feel that the help of family and friends I will be successful. After tomorrow, it will no longer be a secret, and I am OK with that. I appreciate help from all of you as I strike forward on this journey...