"But God has surely listened and has heard my prayer." Psalm 66:19 As one who has struggled with weight all of my life, seeing the ups and downs in jean sizes became my reality. I would lose some pounds only to face a stressor in life and see them return and bring friends along for the ride. I spent years believing lies, yet secretly hoping for a better reality. Lies that I am not capable of overcoming my sweet tooth and that I am just not the workout type, topped the list. I have never really lacked self esteem or self confidence; I know who I am. However, I know from personal experience, others define me by what they first see. Having been a plus-size lady for years, I was treated differently, intentionally or not, when I dropped pounds. My health journey to where I am today began back in 2010. It is amazing that things do not happen accidentally, even if they seem to in the beginning. Actually, as the pieces of my story have come together, this story begins w
Great capture! Such a pretty place to photograph in as well. Autumn has to be my favorite time of the year for outdoor shots. Well, until winter comes and snow...and then spring and buds of flowers :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a GREAT photo of two handsome young men. The color in this pic is fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dorie and Toni! The yellow tree is my favorite one in our yard. I always anticipate November bringing its lovely yellow leaves out for a fall photo of the boys.
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