Happy New Years

As I sit here and think about what 2006 entaled for me it has been a whirlwind of a year. Turning 25 may not seem like a milestone but my plan in life was to be married and at least one child by the time I was 25. Well marriage happened 2 years prior but no children. Then there was the waiting for insurance approval laddy dotty............................. still waiting. Then we had to put my brothers dog to sleep early in the year. He was my dad's dog and when he passed my brother took over care of him. It was the one thing alive of my fathers that we got to hold onto to and I miss them both dearly. Then my insurance company changed and I thought I would never get this surgery now. But some miracle happened and a month after sending them my paper work I got approved. Besides my wedding day that was the happiest day of my life. May 24th 2006. I will never forget it. One month before my surgery date I quit smoking. Something I never thougth I could do. And succesfully stayed smoke free. July 10th was my new birthday. So many emotions that day and everything went great. Decided we needed a more close support group so decided to start one. Was nervous no one would show up but people did. Through this website I have met some really great people and the love and support is awsome. Alsmost 6 months out and down 130 pounds I could never imagine myself back at my highschool weight and now I am. I feel great no more bloodpressure medicine. I can walk the mall without my back hurting. I can chase the kids I watch without getting out of breath quick. Life is great. I'm not sure what 2007 will bring. As I open my daycare (soon I hope) I pray that life will just get greater by the day and the pounds and inches just melt away. And hopefully the docotors will say I can get pregnant by the end of 2007. Sorry this was so long but I had to write it. Have a safe and happy new years.

Kelly, I'm so happy for you and the change in direction that your life took in 2006. May the changes in health, fitness, family and career continue to go in the direction that you want. Sorry for the losses that you incurred. They were also for a reason, one that might not be evident to you at this time, but I'm sure will be at some point. Best of luck in 2007!! I'll go with an optimistic viewpoint and state - "It's going to be a great year for all of us!" See you Thursday. HAPPY NEW YEARS every one! TraciL

Thank you Traci. I do believe things happen for a reason. I lost my father 6 years ago but it still feels like yesterday. He was overweight and trying to loose so now that I have gotten this gift it just makes me want him back so much more but I know he is watching me. And you are right it is going to be a great year for all of us. See you Thursday kelly

Dear Kelly so much has happened in 2006. ((((((((hugs))))))) I am so glad you are feeling great. Congratulations on your weight loss you must be feeling as though you are standing on the tallest mountain. I am so proud of you for getting the crofton group together thank you for doing that. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers so that you can conceive your baby. I want to wish you the very best in the New Year. Nuch love, Happiness, Health and Prosperity. Love, Cira

Thank you Cira. I hope you can make it to the meeting. It is Thursday night 6-8 at crofton Library. Thank you for your words and I wish you the best in 2007. Kelly

Kelly, I told my hubby I need to find a way to be there on Thursday. Here's the thing he works 3pm to 11pm and his off days are never the same so he is trying to switch his off day with a co worker. I have a 2 year old and a 5 year old and so you know how that goes. I want to be there so I am trying my very best. Take care Cira

Kelly.. I am sorry to hear of your dad and the family pet. However, I am glad to hear the rest of 2006 was so very good to you.. I hope 2007 is even better! Happy New Year!

Hi Kim. Thank you. I lost my dad about 6 years ago but it still feels like yesterday. Especially when we had to put the dog down this year. But thank you for our words and I wish you the best in 2007 also kelly

Happy New Year Kelly Hugs, Mo

Kell, 2007 will be great for us all!!! And as for babies, all things happen for a reason. We tried for a baby for NINE years including fertility treatment and finally Kylie was conceived. As much as I hated to admit it, outside of getting my insulin levels stable, I had lost 20 pounds and that had a lot to do with conceiving. The extra weight has an affect on the ovaries. Before you know it once you get cleared to try to conceive you'll probably be pregnant within a few months! We'll probably be trying for another sometime near the end of 2007 ourselves Heather