Fat?

I just got back from an amazing Body by Vi regional success training...I had the opportunity to hear so many amazing stories. I also got to hear so much inspiration and motivation. I also heard from others that i am inspiring them. In fact - I got to go up on the stage to be recognized for my weight loss. I don't say that to brag - not at all - I tell you this because  - I have always identified my self with the word fat.

I was teased as a child - made fun of - probably by today's standards - i was bullied. It didn't stop as an adult. As a teacher - i have heard students laugh at me - snicker behind my back. My parents and other family members begged me to take care of myself and lose weight - I put it off! I never was at the right point. So to think that I inspire people?

I wish Mom and dad could see me now. I wish I hadn't waited until I hit middle age to do this. I wish I had been a better role model to my kids.

Our closing exercise at regional - said to picture a word that has held you back - my word was FAT - and after we pictured it - we were to picture ourselves erasing the word - So I am no longer thinking of myself as FAT  - instead - I want to help others do what I have been able to do!!!