Ok, so I've started working out in an attempt to make the layer of stomach flab I acquired while pregnant go away. I figure I've got 5-7 lbs. to lose now and, much to my husband's disappointment, a few more will magically leave my chest when I finish breast feeding. ;-) My question to all you other women out there is - "Is it possible for the tummy skin to regain it's elasticity, or will I always just feel like it's too loose?" I mean don't get me wrong, it's a lot better than the morning after having Addi, when I stood up and thought I might still be 6 mo. pregnant, but there's still too much skin for the space it's covering. Also, in looking back at pictures of me preggo, I'm thinking EEEKKK! Wow, was I BIG! I've enclosed a flashback pic for our fond remebrances. Seems like a lot of belly for a 6.5 lb. baby, but it sure makes my 5-7 lb. task seem a little less daunting. Thank god for breast feeding, dog walking, carrying groceries home from the store and carrying around a baby for half the day.

I would also like to congratulate Derek and Andrea on completing the Ironman Arizona triathlon! You guys are champs! I still think you're sort of crazy, but amazing :) FYI, I will not be in triathlon shape anytime soon, despite my rigorous work-out schedule. Maybe I'll get really motivated and join you guys next year...