Perhaps so, for some. At 49 years old I've been losing and gaining weight for 22 years. And, lose I would, keeping it off was another matter.

My last losing weight ordeal was some four years ago. First, I must say I did not use any pills, potions or lose weight gimmicks. I'd done it the "healthy" way, proper diet and an extensive amount of exercise. After 14 months I lost 88 pounds.

My doctor would tell me I looked terrific, "like a whole different person." In fact, everyone would always remark as to how good I "looked" (as though that was the be all and end all to life). However, with every 5 pounds I lost, I just kept feeling worse. I was almost always feeling terribly exhausted, dizzy and foul tempered (hunger will do that to you, but hey!, I looked great don't forget). There would be nervousness, light headedness and an "unnatural" distraction with calories. All my blood work and tests from the doctor said there was no lack of iron or anything else. My numbers were all good.

It was just that my life lost its polish, shine and luster. I was a "good looking" wreck who felt like a big soulful part of me went with the fat!

Finally, after as much of this "fit" life I could take, I had to let go of the fact the trim lifestyle was not me. Funny thing is, I don't have a problem with my weight, everybody else does. The stereotypical fat person is considered lazy and/or dirty. Lets dispel that right now. I've always kept (still do) a spotless house and work at it everyday. I work extremely hard on some pretty physically tough outside work regularly. I do not sit around eating, I'm always busy and can do as much at 210 pounds as I could at 130 pounds. Nothing stops me. I honestly feel better about myself by being myself, even if no one says I "look" good. I feel good.

Fanny

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