"If being FAT is a multiple-choice question, I choose to skip that question and use my bonus answer of FAT is NOT an option" (iasade) ************************************* Imagine having the body that is perfect for you and makes you extremely happy! Do you see it? Its so perfect! Now imagine that there is a huge gap between you and that perfect body that you need to fill, that will get you closer to that body you want. Hence, a dilemma that so many of us face each and every day as we strive to get the bodies we want or to reach goals we have set for ourselves. I am on a journey to be healthier, happier and more in tune with myself and what I can offer me and others. I am tired of feeling fat, unappreciated, unloved, unwanted and having to constantly buy larger sizes!! That's IT!!!! How can I effectively strive to be a role model for others when I can't even strive to commit to an exercise regimen to improve my health? Well, I stopped asking that question in May of 2008 and took action. I am NOW on a mission and no one can stop me from closing the health gap that has been open so long in my life. I had to tell myself this: * I will no longer make excuses for my weight * I will no longer say that I am too old to enhance my body image * I will no longer say that people don't understand how hard it is, because I am in a community of people that truly know what its like on the road to a healthier you * I will no longer buy larger sizes that I don't really need, because I keep making excuses for not losing weight to get into smaller sizes *I will no longer say "I wish I could wear this or that" because I can if I just take the necessary steps to fit into it So that is it! I am on this mission now and the gap is closing more and more, getting me closer to that "perfect image" of me that is on the other end waiting to celebrate! I am doing it and so can you! TAKE CHARGE and lets do it together!!! **************************************** I wrote this poem for you to say to yourself when you need a little encouragement along your journey!! As a matter of fact, if you know someone that need a little pick-me-up, recite the poem to them and just add the word "you." It is so simple and can make such a difference in the lives of those you interact with!!!! ***I BELIEVE*** I BELIEVE I am worth it! I BELIEVE I can do it! I BELIEVE I am progressing! I BELIEVE in my dreams! I BELIEVE in my goals! I BELIEVE that people care! I BELIEVE that life matters! I BELIEVE in change! I BELIEVE I can make a difference! I BELIEVE in ME!!! ***************************************************** Just some measurement stuff!! 5/13/08 Directly below breastbone- 35 inches Waist- 39 inches Love handles- 40.5 inches Hips- 49.5 inches 8/9/08 Directly below breastbone- 33.5 inches (-1.5 inches) Waist- 32.5 inches (-6.5 inches WHOA) Love Handles- 37.5 inches (-3 inches) Hips- 47 inches (-2 inches)

* Live each day as if it is my last * Don't give up! * Maintain mental and emotional balance * Inspire others to achieve their goals

I do the following to ensure I reach my health goals: * Exercise at least 30 minutes day/6 days week * Watch my caloric intake * Drink plenty of water * Weights 2Xs week * Abs every day

Happily married to a wonderful husband, with a blended family of 6 children, 2 dogs and 3 cats!! I Can do ALL things with God's help because HE is the source of my strength!!!

SW- 221- (5/13) measurements 38-39-49.5 210- Achieved 6/3 200- Achieved 6/26 **I have lost 12.5% of my original body weight so far!!! 190- Achieved 8/9 **I have also lost 13.7% of my original body weight *measurements as of 8/9 36-32.5-47 180-TBD 170-TBD 160-TBD 150-TBD I am hoping to end up with the measurements of 36-26-36

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