My re-birthday is today!!!

Good Morning! As I sit here reflecting on what has gone on in my life for the last year, I am moved with emotions. The obvious I lost weight. All the extra "me" I had been carrying around is now gone. I miss the extra "padding" and self protection now and then. But WOW at the difference I feel. So in a way I celebrate the loss and then at times I mourn the loss of me. When I started my high was 253 wearing size 26. This morning I weighed 119 wearing size 0 and girls size 14 or juniors 1/3. So I have lost 134 lbs and many many dress sizes. I have shed many insecurities. I have gained enormous self respect for myself and others. I have lost the self sabatoge reactions when I felt down or hurt. I have gained the reflection, repair and move on reaction. I have removed myself from a 12 year marriage that was their for convenience not love. I have found someone who is showing me what love is. When we were all toddlers we experienced "firsts" everyday. Then as we get older we take for granted those things learned earlier. Well I must say, reflecting back on this year. I am still experiencing firsts everyday and this time stopping long enough to say thank you for what I have done, accomplished or overcame. I haven't had an easy year with all the complications that I had due to the Gall Bladder. HOWEVER, it made me stronger. Working through the divorce has made me stronger. Working through all of this with my support group and friends is priceless. Thanks for being here and a phone call, email away. To new beginnings.... Lynn Lifsey

Lynn, Congradulations, and Happy Re-Birthday.... What a wonderful opportunity we have all given ourselves... A chance at life... something we may have not had otherwise. Kep up the great work!!! Love ya, Susan

Lynn, Congratulations to you. 134 lbs. is incredible... and with all that you've learned, you're actually TWICE the woman you used to be, rather than HALF. Keep up the good work. You're an inspiration! Cheryl

We love you girlie. I'm so happy that you've found happiness in the every day. HAPPY RE-BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!! May next year be even better than this year!!! Call me sometime....I always need an update on you! Dee Dee

Lynn, I am so happy and inspired by what you have been able to accomplish in 12 months. You looked fabulous at Tonya's wedding and hugs and prayers to a even better year to come....Theresa

And may it be a very happy re-birthday! Take care of yourself and I can not wait to see you in Macon. denise

Happy Re-Birthday to you Lynn! WOW! This last year has sure had it's up and downs but I see you have come through as a very strong person, able to put things into perspective in such an eloquent way. Congrats to you and have fun in that new car!! Hugs and see you soon! Tonya

Girl...I am so proud of you. I remember when you went in for your surgery...and look where you are today. What a year, huh?? You just keep looking to the future, because from what I can see your future is very bright! You've just had to go through all this so you can fully appreciate what you had! LOL! Love ya girlie girl!! Tami