dixiedonna
I have battled weight addiction my whole life. Thin and thick. I only really started gaining weight after my second marriage and it finally clicked for me, when I saw that my children were eating there way through my life. So, I decided, Donna Jean, it only matters what you think and believe. Get your life in control. So I did. I got divorced and got the surgery, the divorce was the hardest. I had no problems getting insurance coverage and finding a great doctor. Little did I know, that this was only a tool. I had to work hard at not creeping back into old habits. I also had to start setting my standards and priorities higher and achieve them! Both physically and emotionally.
The weight came off literally overnight. Yes, I did have some initial bumps, hair loss, fatigue, and yes for the first time, going to a restaurant and have to explain why I had three bites or eat a kids meal and not have to explain to every waiter, the food is good, no don't call the manager. I hated that!!!
But what mattered the most to me, was not now or not ever falling into active eating addiction again. I would be lying if I didn't tell you.. yes, I do worry about gaining weight. But now, I have incorporated a healthier me....(oh, yes, my kids are supportive and have turned into healthier food choices and exercise as alternatives to dealing with life's problems).
I am on the road, I no longer eat meat, chicken or poultry. I exercise daily. WHY? For me, I deserve it. I deserve to have some down time, it relieves stress and reminds me how lucky I am to have the next best 40 years of my life ahead of me...if not more. I enjoy running and coming home and having more energy. I no longer sit by the sidelines, watching life pass me by....I meet new people...still looking for a steady one though...some men get intimidated by me....who cares...God is on my side. I may not be 20, but I look good....
So...with that being said...there is more...I will continue to deal with my own struggles and issues...of which...yes...we all have....I am lucky to have the best family and friends anyone could have. Foremost, God....Thank you....You loved me every step of the way, even when I didn't love myself. You gave me intregrity and strength....your humble servant.