A year ago, I was ReBorn!

One year ago today, I was up before dawn. I hadn't really slept anyhow. I was too excited. I didn't know quite what the year would bring, but I knew my life was about to change permanently. I had no fear. The first time I felt afraid at all was when I was in the elevator going to pre-op. I didn't even have my glasses at that point and felt rather naked...me and the future...whatever that meant. But I trusted in the future...and in me...and in the Divine Universal Prescense. By the next day, I was free of all diabetic symptoms. One year and 140 lbs later, my life has changed so much. A year ago, I took pills and two kinds of insulin for diabetes, a pill and two inhalers for asthma, a pill for anxiety, and a fair amount of meds for sciatic pain. Now, I take the one pill for asthma and I usually manage the sciatica without meds. Last Saturday, I walked ten miles and climbed 1000 steps in one day - in about four hours, in fact! I have a job that I doubt I would have gotten a year ago, nor been healthy enough to make the impression that won me an excellent first job review yesterday. I feel more alive than I have in years. I am healthier now, at 46, than I was as a teen. The last few years, I prayed I wouldn't outgrow my size 32 winter coat; two days ago, I bought one in size 14...and I look pretty damn good in it. Life...is so good. My Goddess...walks with me, in me, around me. My gratitude...is boundless. The future...is whatever I want it to be. I...can do anything. Hugs to All of You Awesome Folks! Lisa

Congratulations Lisa on a fabulous year!! You have done an excellent job and I am so proud of you!!! Hugs, Holly

Congratulations Lisa!! Like I told you lastnight, I didn't even recognize you!!! You have accomplished so much, I envy you. Congratulations on all you have succeeded! Michelle