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March 1, 2020

Onederland - this magical and seemingly unattainable place when you’re overweight. To be under 200 lbs is a hard fought battle for many that fight in silence.

In my adulthood, I can count on 1 hand how many times I’ve been under 200. .

Today, I entered onederland, knowing full well that I will forever stay here. .

I soaked this monumental moment and then started to cry. Tears of joy along with those of pain and sadness for all of the years that I had struggled.

Today of this 1st of March, I embrace who I was and who I am becoming.
Are you embracing all the “onederful” things that you are and envision all the things you want to be? Now is your time ❤️

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February 27, 2020

Transformation - the act of making a thorough and drastic change.

Just over 2 weeks ago, I had bariatric (better known as weight loss) surgery.

Throughout my life, I’ve always been “morbidly obese,” struggling inside and out. Being bullied for my weight and feeling shame for being the biggest girl in class.

Recently, it was determined that I had some undiagnosed conditions that would decrease my life expectancy so that was the true wake up call that something needed to change.

Me.

So here I am, recovering from THREE separate, yet major procedures and adjusting to my new life. I can’t describe the pain I have been in during this healing process but in the long run, I need to be here. For my family, my friends and most importantly me.

Come along with me on this new path of life. It’s going to be a roller coaster ride!