Five years ago today, I began a journey. On that day, it was called a Weight Loss Journey. Now I know better. It was my Empowerment Journey.
I lost over seventy five pounds on that weight loss (Combat Fitness, now known as PosiFit). Through that 75lbs though, I lost my husband. My once gentle giant became a lost soul I still may never find. I lost friends I had once considered family. My kiddos lost their support, their friends, their structure, their trust, and above all, their Dad. That lost soul is still out there searching somewhere. And he is Prayed for daily.
But, over time, what we three gained was oh so much more...
We have learned the power of kindness and compassion.
We have learned the strength of a helping hand.
I have learned that healing starts with self.
We have learned you are never too old to cry to (and with) your Mom.
We have learned that whether blood or not, compatibility, care, love, and support is key.
I have learned who my true friends are. Near and far. And they have stood by me for a long time.
We have learned that life is short.
We have learned to enjoy every little thing that makes us smile.
I have learned to get into the pictures.
We have learned time doesn’t heal all wounds, love does.
We have learned to Pray for His guidance. And to allow it to happen.
We have learned the strength and power of their Mama Bear. I have learned they really already knew.
I have learned I am strong and independent and am who I am. And I wouldn’t pretend otherwise.
See, I lost more than weight on that original journey. But what I gained was my life!
