"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
Last Thursday, after schooling was complete, we jumped in the pool to take advantage of the still warm enough weather/water for a fun afternoon together. As we floated, splashed, swam (and tried to avoid the shade that quickly wanted to invade my space), I counted down the days of school until we'd be "free" in the days of summer again.
The bucket on the head, now thats cute hat hehehe. Wonderful moment to share with us today.
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Love the "bucket head" look...glad you joined in with them!
ReplyDeleteThose water fight helmets are great! What a fun way to celebrate the last days of summer. I love celebrations of life, and it looks like you’re doing a great job! I found you through the Hip Homeschool Hop.
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