4 years ago today

I know I haven't been on very much. Truthfully, I have been settling into our new home, another new job (long story, but a good thing), and a whole lot of skate training.

But, four years ago today, I walked into a hospital in San Bernardino, CA and changed my life. I walked out with a smaller stomach, one less blood pressure medication, (I got off the other one a month later) and a plan to live life in a healthier way. Here I am, four years later, no regrets.

I admit that I have struggled with a little regain. It isn't too bad, my skate dresses still fit. But, I do need to take off a few pounds that I gained over the summer travel season.

For those who are exploring, waiting for a date, or are newbies. Keep at it. Prepare for the ride of your life, it truly is amazing. Oh, in the beginning, don't get attached to clothes either. Thrift stores will be your friend. I would pick up smaller sizes, and donate what I shrunk out of.

Before I began this quest for a healthier life, if you would have told my I would become a competitive figure skater (and soon to be ice dancer with DH Mike B) I would have called you crazy. Now, I'm a medal and trophy ***** For my next big competition, I will be in the Bay Area in November. I am looking forward to an adult only event. Hoping to work out going to the 49er/Patriot game too, but that is a long shot.

Now that I'm teaching online again, I may have time to be on more. No more wicked commute.

Happy Surgiversary! 

Where in the bay area? You know that's my turf. I'd love to see you skate! 

Well, I needed to double check, the events are at the Shark's Ice locations, San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland. We won't know which ones until they post the schedule. Trying to arrange a flight is a PITA. Registration is due tomorrow, looks like Mike is going to join me for a couple's spotlight too. I was thinking about skipping it because of the expense but, it is the perfect place to retire my 49er/Candlestick park program. The event is 11/18-20, we would come in on Thursday to practice. I'll keep you  posted.

Please do! I'd love to visit and all three if those venues are easy for me. 

I forgot the dates, so I edited the post.

Well, it looks like we may have to scrap this plan. Flights to the bay area from Denver are a budget killer. I have about one more hour to try to make it happen, but right now it doesn't look good.

Nice to see you check in & big kudos to you for sticking to it and revelling in your life as a metal ***** 

It is stories like this that make me glad my surgery is only 12 days away.  Congrats on your success.

Jeremy

How is it going?

Its nice to hear from you and that you are doing so well. Congratulations on all your successes. 

Please keep posting.  It is inspiring to hear your story.

Carol