Columbia, MS

Member Since February 2008

My Story
Today, I'm a happy, single, independant, professional workingwoman, who feels and looks good about herself. Who has built up her confidence that was lost along the way. I wear a size 6 blue jeans. Last week a man told me I was very sensuous, I'm 58 that sure did boost my ego.

18 months ago I had no self-esteem, very unhappy, alone, I was an emotional eater and I was obese. Only I could get myself out of this funk I was in.

2008 was a very bad year. I had lost many loved ones, my dad, other relatives in the UK, friends young & old, my beloved canine friend Frank who was with me for 14 years, they give such unconditional love, and a unhealthy relationship that I thought was the love of my life, he was having an affair with a woman 20 years younger than me.

I got rid of all the baggage in my life and started to focus on me. I lost 25 lbs by watching what I ate and walking. But I needed something else.

I joined Curves in Columbia Mississippi. Brenda and her staff, Candy, Kennesha (drill sergeant), and Nicole they are the best with their help, support, encouragement, friendship and love, every woman that works out at Curves can reach their potential. The 30 minute circuit Curves Smart, three times a week. It's not easy, it's harder than you think but, you put into it what you want out of it. I have become addicted to it with my (3 D's) determination, dedication, and discipline. I have succeeded.

Ladies of all different age groups, different shapes and sizes, we are all there for the same reason, to improve our health. The weeks pass and you begin to see changes in yourself and in others, you feel the excitement that some of us have reached our goal, and it enforces the spirit in others to continue on this journey with Curves.