TexasJazz

[color=#ff0000][size=5][font='lucida grande']I'm Almost 51.
I've was obese from 2003-2013[/font][/size][/color]

[color=#ff0000][size=5][font='lucida grande']The years between 2003 and 2013 were Mixed with periods of overweight, weight loss with Atkins diet, then weight gain to morbidly obese, at 254 pounds. Then, weight loss again to achieve overweight status with b-12 shots and appetite suppressants to now---once again---
obese. Battle-battle-battle

Obesity is in my family as well as diabetes & heart disease. I lost my father in April 2012 to heart disease.

I have had high blood pressure & I was borderline diabetic,
had new severe back pain and ailments coming out of seemingly nowhere.

But, the "nowhere" was bad health stemming from being obese, and it finally got my attention.

I researched options including lap-bands in 2012

Sleeved 2/25/2013

The rest of the story...focus, determination, continued use of protein shakes, and addition of yoga 6-7 times per week.[/font][/size][/color]
[color=#ff0000][size=5][font='lucida grande']I LOVE what I do. :rolleyes: I am the happiest girl in the world. I am ready to give more to my community and really live life to the fullest. I am very grateful for this opportunity and do not intend to squander it

My life goals:

To Breathe life where ever I go.
To Give the gift of encouragement.

To live happy[/font][/size][/color]