Thank you for such wonderful emails!

Okay! After misspelling nearly word, I want you to know that my fingers get tired at 11 miles as well as my feet! Hahaha----(brain was there many years ago, now it sleeps through most of my journeys! Haha!) Still down 106 pounds, can't believe it. Over three months of daily walks, complaining, aching, being a lousy example, ect.....and the One who loves me----(psssst. His name is called this in the book of John!) revealed his marvelous lovingkindness to me once again. Truth is, I lost my live-in patient of 12 years (she was mentally challenged) a week before Christmas. Besides the love of this woman who had become a family member as well, I lost my income right along with her. For days, in prayers and questions, I honestly didn't know how I was going to survive the grieving and worry. And then,The one who loves me, reminded me, Joy cometh in the morning. And wow! 12 pounds in two weeks. I do not believe even in a moment that I lost the weight because I was under stress and did not eat....(no luck there, always eat no matter what----that beast never sleeps.) He was with me, and smiled upon me. I do hope this post is not pulled, but even if it is.....may it bless the moderator *****ads it first and then deletes! ("The one who loves me also loves you") will get ya, you know.........he always does! In such delightful ways!) Much love and admiration for the courage of this faithful board. Off for my 5 mile walk......whew, yesterday at 11 miles was a challenged goal, today I rest while I walk. Too funny.......for many years, I couldn't get to the bathroom and rest along the way. Now look at me go!!!!!!!!!!!! Love to all! Katherine 300 (highest weight before surgery) 194/???? February 25, th 2004

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. It is always hard when this happens. I hope you find some solutions soon for your income. Wishing you the best. Mary

Hello sweet Mary! You are continually the calm and praise of everything good in all of us. Your heart never falters and your words heal and give hope. I cannot begin to tell you how many of your responses made me smile and get up and try again. May the one who loves us, bless you in everything you do. Thank you for being my friend. Love, Katherine