Get Fit Finalist: Alyn

Alyn
Getting Fit: My Success Story
10 + months of things Ive learned about myself and weight-loss.
From Mushy to Mrs.
As the wedding approaches, the tears start flowing -- even from this stoic bride!
An Open Letter to the Fat Girl at the Gym
A letter to the girl I once was and to those who need a little solidarity.
Why Brides Become Bridezilla
I have seen enough episodes of the show Bridezillas to know what NOT to do on and around my wedding day.
The Year of the Wedding
Advice to the newly engaged from a bride at the end of the process.
The Wedding Registry
"Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful. William Morris
Give Your Wardrobe a Makeover
The debate over what to do with all those clothes that dont fit.
Steering Clear of the Crash Diet
If it sounds too good to be true -- it almost certainly is.
The Battle of the Guest List
Because budgets aren't infinite, you learn to make cuts.
Raiding the Lobby
Where to begin and how to get the best bang for your buck when blocking rooms for your wedding.
Bridal Show Hopping
My suggestions for optimizing the bridal show experience.
The Green Monster
Blending my way to a healthier me.
Even the Best Laid Plans...
The beginning of a new year always opens doors to fresh opportunity and a new beginning.
A Griswold Family Christmas
Indulging in all my favorite holiday traditions.
Knowing When to Say When
Sometimes you just need to know when to slow down.
Attendants make the cut
"Why can't you be happy for me, and then go home and talk about me behind my back like a normal person?"
Cattle Skulls and Beanbag Chairs: Combating the Bachelor Pad
Erik and I compromise on new furniture and redecorating as we break away from the bachelor pad.
Unbutton Your Pants and Keep Eating!
I'm practicing thankfulness instead of indulgence this holiday.
More Bang for your Buck
My tips for cutting costs and prioritizing spending.
A Battle Worth Fighting: How I Got Fat
Im taking the journey all the way back to the beginning to analyze where along the way I managed to pack on the pounds.






