Here's to a few new beginings...

Once upon a time (way back in high school) there was a girl. One who was centered, balanced, strong, independent, fun and energetic. As she grew older, her characteristics, that everyone so deeply loved, dwindled and she got lost. Well I am here to tell you that she is making a come back!!! Get ready world, here I come!

Most of my family and friends know that I have had struggles...(faith, trust, weight, self-esteem, I could go on...) but hey, who hasn't?

• Losing 30+ lbs last year and feeling GREAT about myself was one of my proudest moments. (Shout out to Keith for guiding me...it's not easy to do with a spouse!)


• Being involved in church and GOD was something I was proud of in my life.


• Feeling like I could not be stopped and that I was worth every penny was something some people envied.

All of these statements were made in the past tense and I guess that is because along the route of life, I have become a little strayed. Well, thanks to a wonderful friend...one I would call my sister (you know who you are...LLTB!), a caring husband and an amazing family...I am finding myself again!

My closest friends know that I struggled with the thought of putting on the preggar lbs and wondered if I would be able to take them off. Those who knew me, knew I would beat myself up when it all didn't come off when the baby came out. You all know me too well. One of my bad character traits is a lack of patience SOMETIMES.

It's weird how someone can be soooooo patient with certain things and then not with others. I have these moments when I want something so bad that I have to have it now and I will not settle until I get what I want. I most likely drive myself crazy finding a way to get what I want when I want it! Oops, I went off on a tangent...I'm back now.

Some of my other close friends and family know how difficult it was when I lost my Papaw and how I have allowed that loss to pull me away from church and God.

With low self esteem, a dependant nature and no God, you can see how I got where I am today. BUT, all of that is changing! I am trying out new churches and WILL find a place I can call home. I know what I need to do to get back on track. I know I need accountability and it's not always fair to put that burden onto loved ones. So, I have enrolled in Jenny Craig with my lovely sister "G" and am on my way to a better Kelly!

So, here's a cheer to new beginings and a HUGE "Thank You" to all of my family and friends for their continued support...you know who you are!