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They say that trials come to make us stronger. Why do you feel so weak while going through? I’ve been dealing with some mess that’s bigger than me for over a year now, and some days, much like today, I just feel broken and tired. I’m so tired of fighting. But because I’m fighting for myself and the greater good, I CANNOT give up. As soon as you stand up for yourself some people don’t like it because they think you should take abuse and shut up. While I’m weary today, I recognize that there is power in my voice, […]

The Journey Continues

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If you read my previous post, then you know I had lapband surgery. I was down 50 pounds and forging forward with working out and eating better. Then I was hit with a knee injury. I tore my ACL and medial meniscus in my left knee. I have pretty much been at home since September 17th. I had knee surgery October 21st. I have not been able to do cardio. I’ve only been able to do upper body workouts for the most part. I have gone through all types of emotions since I was injured. One of the common judgments […]

The Journey to Accepting Me

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I battled with whether or not I would even share my story because of how judgmental people can be, but no matter what, people will judge me for something.  If my story helps even one person, then it is worth it to be transparent.  Here goes: After struggling for so many years and watching my health decline and quality of life suffer, I began heavily considering bariatric surgery. I had several signs along the way that lead me to believe that this was the way I needed to go. My struggles with my weight date back to childhood. It’s something […]

The Struggle is Real-hidden post from Aug. 1, 2013

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I have really been struggling for the past few weeks.  I have gotten so far off track.  I am trying to get it together.  This past week I have started back working out.  I never really stopped,  but I have been lacking consistency. I am really tired of telling the same story time and time again. One of the exercises I have been doing is Leslie Sansone’s Walk Away the Pounds http://www.walmart.com/ip/Leslie-Sansone-Walk-Away-The-Pounds-Ultimate-Collection-With-Resistance-Band-Full-Frame/11988277.  I have a few of those workouts.  I have been doing the brisk 1 or 2 mile.  It’s quite the workout. I bought my mom the main one […]