Getting Started…

I began my journey after realizing that my medication list as well as my waist size were getting bigger by the day. I was still fighting diabetes, fibromyalgia, Crohn’s disease, high cholesterol and arthritis.  I was getting tired of being on so many medications and feeling lethargic daily. I would pass out sitting up watching tv. Not good. I was eating garbage including fast food, fried food, artificial flavors and colors. Gross! It was causing weight gain and so much stomach discomfort! I decided to cut out the crap and eat fresh, unprocessed, healthy food. I love fresh spinach, asparagus, mushrooms as a compliment to lean turkey and chicken. I no longer crave sweets either! I don’t bring home chips, cookies, macaroni and cheese and frozen pizzas.  I refuse to buy candy and have layed off the diet sodas. I read labels and document everything I eat on an app called My Fitness Pal.  I monitor my blood pressure daily and commit to exercising at least 30 minutes, 6 days  week. I can’t believe the stuff I was eating. GAG! I am simply repulsed by hot dogs and McD’s, ewww NO! Yes, our grocery bill has shot up but I would rather that then my waist line or another hospital bill when I have a heart attack! I refuse to let anyone jeopardize my success so far. Good luck shoving a cookie my way, it is not going to happen! My husband and my son are on board with me. It has become a family thing. We look forward to swimming and walking. We prepare our meals together. We go shopping together. We are all in this to win! TEAM DAVIS!!

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My amazing husband, Marshall. He gets sexier by the day. He loves me no matter what. What else could a girl ask for! Muah!! <3

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My motivation! My son, Connor. There is nothing better than hearing him tell me how beautiful I am and how he is so proud of me.  Thank you, “Coach”! xoxoxo

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