It’s official– I’m back in stretch pants.  We don’t, however, call them stretch pants in 2012.  To be politically correct one must call them “leggings” or “yoga pants”.  But make no mistake, they’re stretch pants. Whether we call them stretch pants, stirrup pants (remember them), leggings, or yoga pants they all have one thing in common — they stretch.  You can get a medium size yoga pant or legging to stretch to a large.  Alright, you do have to yank them up every 20 minutes — but it’s still a medium.

My first encounter with this versatile piece of clothing was back in the 80’s. The era of big hair (how I long for crown height to make a comeback), stirrup pants, and long sweaters. I was in between babies, and I had my self convinced this was only temporary.  I would some day get back into my jeans.  Little did I realize that by the time I was ready for jeans, they changed the waist — it was now below my belly button.  Jump to present day, I still haven’t found a pair that are comfortable.

The buck stops here — I weighed myself today.  157.6 pounds– I’ve gained back 20 of the 30 pounds I lost 5 years ago.  It was hard when I was 47.  How hard will it be at 52? Damn hard — but I’m committed again.  Stay tuned I plan on keeping you posted (no pun intended) on Fridays.

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.  Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”  –Helen Keller

Have a nice weekend!