When I was young and growing up overweight, I believed the "eaten" was more powerful than the "eater," meaning the food was more powerful than I was.

I have two pairs of stretchy maternity leggings and jeans, which I will never give up, because once you experience an elastic band for a waist, you will never go back.

I do what I do because my favorite thing is to learn.

I didn't grow up eating meat - I was a vegetarian until I was 18.

The only reason I write at all is because I am going through, and growing through, something in my life I want to share with others through my personal experiences.

I learned that pretending you don't have feelings makes you feel unhappy and unfulfilled and, ultimately, is what really makes you vulnerable because you are hiding from the truth.

I have been very, very lucky because I have my health, a wonderful husband, family, and friends, and I get to do what I love.