[ladyb]

Today I was having a conversation with my mother who is the queen of not thinking before she speaks. Anyway, the convo was full of things that irritated me and hurt my feelings a little (not sure if it was intentional, sometimes hard to tell). At any rate I'm in my late 20's, I've lost a few pounds and I decided to use that irritating convo as fuel to keep me on track. The best way to respond is through positive actions and not harsh words. I am a firm believer in respecting your parents in word and in deed. So it was best to keep my mouth shut at that particular time. In my teen years her misguided "advice" would have had me fuming or crying, but now I see it for what it is. Especially since she's been overweight all of her adult life. Around 25 is when it started with me I did lose it before and I'll do it again for good this time!

[DianeG]

It's so good to hear someone speak and think so positive! Congratulations, Ladyb, I'm sure you'll make it! You even got me going Keep us posting, I'm by your side! Take care, all the best!