I've never written a blog.... Here it goes.  I have always been relatively slim.  Weight was never an issue when growing up. Now as an adult, I see how over the past few years, I've climbed up 5 pounds rapidly here and there.  At first, I thought to myself; it's just five more.  Now I am at least 40 lbs overweight.  Used to wear a size 5, even after having two children.  I know what you may be thinking, "Yeah, yeah 40 pounds, that's nothing"!   Well, guess what I can't even lose 5 pounds without gaining them back.  That's not the only thing, my weight has contributed to other health scares and problems with my tendons, muscles, mood swings, fatigue and Bell's Palsy.   I suffered from BP two years ago.  It took a lot away from me including my smile.   With determination, I have been able to recuperate that smile. Several weeks ago I had a spur of energy and decided to jump rope.  That was the worst decision and led me to many doctor appointments as well as sessions of physical therapy, during my sacred summer off.  After some research, I decided to make a change.  I decided the change had to come me.  I told myself, you need to stop and get back on track again, enough is enough.  I joined DietBet, for me, for a change, for a better future, for a new me.  Today I am committing to reduce/eliminate sugar and carbs from my diet and drink water.  Move around more and most importantly smile more!  I am looking forward to seeing the new me.