Body image?

I do not see myself as fat, but I am very out of shape. I have stretch marks that I really don't like, and I know if I get into a better physical condition I will feel better all around.
I currently weigh somewhere in the vicinity of 205 pounds. I would like to weigh 175 by my birthday. Really, weight isn't all that important factor. It is all about feeling good and feeling comfortable with yourself. Whereas I don't feel extremely UNcomfortable, I could certainly feel alot better. So, I'm setting that as a goal.

Things I need to do:

• Get myself on a healthy diet.
      *It's really not that hard. I am already a vegetarian, now I just need to start monitoring
        what I am eating to a greater degree. Like anything, it will take some getting used to but
        will be worth it in the long run.
• Get on and stay on an exercise regimen that is geared toward weight loss.
      *A couple weeks ago I started going down to the gym and running a bit
        and doing some weight training. I did that for a few days and let it slide.
        I am getting back on it and am going to make a concious effort to stick to it.
• Keep in mind why I am doing this.
   * First and foremost, I want to get in shape because I know it will make me feel better.
      It is also something productive to do with my time. I've noticed (as have others) that
      I don't always make the best of my time, and this is a step in the right direction.

So, that is the plan. I will post on here semi-regularly updates on how my physical fitness is coming along.
I think blogging about it will be a good way to stay on course, as well. I love to write, and when I have something positive to write that will give me an extra boost and initiative to keep going.