I have been married to my Teenage Sweetheart for 32 years. He is the Love of my Life! We have raised two wonderful, sons. I own and run my own business - A Bakery :)

These days, I enjoy "dates" with hubby, spending time with our adult "guys", Scrapbooking, Cardmaking. I LOVE to eat! I eat when I'm hungry. I also eat because it is one of my favorite activities. Food is comforting. It doesn't judge. It doesn't notice if you change in size. Food and I have been close "buddies" for a long time. (WAY too long) I DO have many favorite foods. Of course, they are of the sweet, salty and FATty varieties. That is why I am where I am today...

I have always believed in "you're as young as you feel" - until now. (It is more like "you're as OLD as you feel". At age 51, many days I feel like I could pass for 81. Continuing on this road, would surely mean heading quickly for a dead end.

Yes, I have health issues that play a part in my feeling so aged. I am not able to move as well as I would like. I really miss Jazzercise, and other "sporty" activities that are difficult for me. I DO "Aqua"cise. It is gentle on my joints and the warm water is soothing to my hurting body. Many of my medications add to the weight gain problem. Those cards, I am "dealing" with as best I can.

I am certain that reaching a more healthy weight will benefit me in many areas of concern in my life. I am determined to head in that direction, however slowly I have to go. It is nice to be on this journey with buddies. It makes the ride much more smooth. They help with getting over the bumps in the road.

Good luck to ALL on the journey to good health!