by Signladytf » May 11th, 2005, 6:44 pm
I don't know what thin feels like either. I have been somewhere on the continuum of overweight to morbidly obese my entire life. I was placed on my first diet at the age of 4 (although, after looking at pictures, I believe that someone had a lapse in judgement back then...). Nevertheless, I am so happy to be starting this program with my husband Yworry (Hi, Honey!) with the hopes that we can be the incredible shrinking couple!!
As a sign language interpreter, I can vouch that this weight is holding me back in my career--I am very good at what I do, but I don't have the stamina to keep "arms up" for long periods of time. I rest my elbows on the table while sitting, or my leg goes numb while standing, or I simply can't jump up on platforms to take my turn while team interpreting. It stinks! It totally stinks, and I'm so ready to start my real life. I've been living under this ominous black cloud of fear and hurt pretty much all of my 30 years in this world, and I'm over it. I know God doesn't want me this way. He wants me to live a life more abundant and free. I've just got to be willing to do it. So I appreciate, no WE appreciate all of your words of encouragement and please, please keep it coming. My hubby and I have totally fallen in love with this forum!
Thanks a bunch!
Tammy
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Restarted 8/27/2007