Mid-November Reaffirmation

I have been less than conscientious about posting here lately.  I have been exercising, though admittedly less than before.  Exercising less, then hurt my back, then taking it even easier.  Trying to do at least a fair amount of walking and little 15 minute exercise bits during the day.  It's keeping my weight down (yay!!), and I'm still in relatively decent shape, but I have that last (?) 10 pounds to go that I haven't been able to make a final push to accomplish.  I'm biding my time, reaizing I've got lots on my plate right now. And so, my plan (writing it down for me helps to make it a reality, hence--this blog!):
November 20 (today) - Dec 3 (2 weeks):  exercise each day at least 30 minutes, even if two 15-minute bursts.  Watch food intake, keeping in the MM (moderation mode).  Focus on exercises to help strengthen and improve lower back muscles, avoiding the ones that hurt (rolling like a ball--can't do that right now!)
Dec. 4 - Dec 31 (4 weeks--finals week through end of break):  Back into ramped up exercise mode--at least 1 hr each day and cutting back on food up until the end of December.  RIS BOOT CAMP!!  Try out some new activities (dance class through Cinti Ballet). 
Jan. 1 and for next ten weeks:  work to lose the remainder of the ten pounds that I want to lose in time for spring break.  Make a definite plan by Dec. 31 of exercises, classes, etc. that I will be doing (decide on local gym membership, dance classes, etc.).  Decide once I accomplish this what is left for spring quarter to lose, strengthen, tone, etc. in time for summer.
YES!!  Feel better already just planning this!!
REMINDER TO SELF:  You did it--"it" being getting back on track and losing a combined total of 15 pounds, helping regain "the look" I'm more familiar with--leaner, stronger.  AND keeping it off even after the return to classes.  It didn't magically happen, which I'm surprised I can't fully grasp.  I worked in a dedicated fashion toward achieving this--a goal to help me feel better physically and emotionally, live better, and, hopefully, live healthier for longer.  It was the same me that gained the weight, so I need to keep in mind that I can make a difference in either direction.  Now, I will make a difference in the losing weight and gaining strength and health direction.  I can do it.