I just wanted to take today to say a long overdue “Thank You” to the people who are taking this journey with me. There is no particular order, and I’m very certain that I will miss someone. I apologize in advance.
To my Mom and Dad – who have supported this decision whole-heartedly. I know how much they have worried over my health, and I know that this has not been easy for them. But they have re-examined their own thoughts about food and portions in order to help me on this journey. And in the process they have both lost weight. I’m so proud of them.
To Dave – my husband – who has not only been there with every turn and bump in the road, but has uncomplainingly accepted the financial sacrifices we have had to make in order for this to happen. And who wisely lets me make my own choices about what, when, and how much I eat. You’re my rock!
To V – who walked this road before me – and who continues to walk it now. Your absolute success in this is one of the main reasons I felt like maybe, just maybe, I could do this. Thanks for answering my every question – for “paying it forward” – for giving me hope. Know that I love you!
To K, K, C, H, L, S, V and J – my sister-friends (much more sister than friend) – who have listened through all of the good times and bad times on this journey. Who always ask – who always show excitement for me – who are ALWAYS there for me. It is about you that Proverbs 18:24 was written – “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”
To the dear people of FCCJ – who see my progress as their own – who never fail to encourage me, with words, with hugs, with help making and taking in clothes, and occasionally with “just because” gifts to celebrate. Even those days when I’m a little discouraged, you never fail to lift me up! Individually and corporately, you have all been there for me, and if possible, I love you more now than I did before.
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