A year ago, I had no hope for positive things for my future. I was in the middle of a self-induced, dark period of depression. I was so lost. It wasn’t until I asked the Lord to help me that I was able, through His guidance to find my way back into the light. I have so many plans for things that I want to do that I am having trouble focusing on just one at a time. The Lord is throwing things at me so fast that I can’t keep up. I am going to sit down this weekend and write down some goals so that I can make plans for the future.
I love roller coasters, but I haven’t been able to ride them since I was a young girl because I was too big to fit in the seat. One of my big goals is to go to Busch Gardens and ride all of the rides that I want to. I already have one my close supporters on board to go with me, and I hope some more of you will go with me too to celebrate achievement. I don’t know how long it will take me to lose enough weight to ride the rides, but I am going to set my date as Friday, October 14, 2011. My husband is going to take some days off, so I a going to try to coordinate my goal so that he can go with me too. I am going to put it on my calendar and circle it. I will visualize it and work towards that goal.
I have the eating part pretty well organized. It’s not perfect, but I am doing it, and I am proud of my progress so far. I have to start exercising more, and drinking a lot more water daily. These are the two areas that I am struggling with right now, but I am going to work very hard at it. On a positive note, I have been doing yoga, breathing, stretching and massage with Brooke, and I am seeing some changes in my body. Overall, since I changed my eating and incorporated some yoga techniques, I am feeling a lot better, and my clothes are fitting better. Back in December, everything was tight on me. This is a big accomplishment for me. It is one of many to come.
Rechel
October 14th….works for me. Gotta get over my fear by then!!!!
Mo
I am excited that you are going. Thank you for supporting me. You really have been an awesome person to have in my corner, and I feel blessed to have you as my friend.
Rechel
Never let anything put you down to the point of going back…which is what I did and consequently gain all the weight back. An old friend used to tell me…goals without a date are empty goals…so you have it all right there. He would also tell me …never let anything bother you more than 5 minutes….be bitter, be angry…whatever you want to feel then let it go for real, after that time frame and make it a habit for the rest of your life…5 min…then gone!
Delia,
Now that I know what that darkness is all about, I have no intentions on ever going back there. That darkness has manifested itself in the form of me obsessing over food. I now truly understand that I am a daughter of God that was born of royal lineage. My spirit is eternal, and this body that I have is a blessing for God to help me to accomplish the measure of my creation. There is much for me to do while I am here and I intend on doing it with a healthy body that will allow me to do what I need to do.
Rechel
Hi Rechel! If I was a producer I would give you a record deal right now. I love hearing you sing that song. You have such a lovely voice. I’m happy to hear that you are on the right track. I can see you’ve lost weight. Keep the good work up. I hate roller coasters but when go to ride the one I’m going to be there with you. I’m not promising you that I will be on the ride though(ha, ha, ha). You are truly an inspiration for me. I love you. Carol
Carol,
You are so funny. I love you so much. I will be happy if you go with me. I have wanted this for a long time, and I am so excited to visualize going, and flying through the sky on those roller coasters. Thank you for the compliment on my singing. I am grateful for the talent that I have, and I pray that I will be able to continue using my talent to bless others.
Rechel