Hello,
I'm Martina and it has been years since I was last here. When I came here frequently, I loved it here. I was losing weight steadily and I loved the people. Then I had a few surgeries, and other life obstacles and stopped coming here.
I'm BACK!!!
So here is my introduction. I'll be 38 at the end of the month. I'm a burlesque performer. I also help run a chapter in a nonprofit organization that helps Veterans and military. I'm 214 pounds and a size 20. I'm satisfied with my size and shape. That is not the reason I want to lose weight. I am facing more health issues than I was the last time I was here.
I now have PCOS and my sugar level was on the border of being high, so my neurologist (I have seizures and neuropathy) ordered an A1C, and I find out those results soon. In the past, I haven't been diabetic and I am hoping I am not diabetic now. And I have scoliosis and arthritis in my back and knees. About 3 years ago I was physically unable to walk up and down steps, but I can do it now! Slowly, but I can do it.
My back issues put me in pain, as does my neuropathy. I also have sleep apnea. I deal with other issues too (I have 3 diagnosed mental illnesses).
So in short, I am here completely for health reasons. I have a really good self esteem so my body size doesn't bother me. But my body health does bother me. I need to change things in that respect.
I hope you will welcome me back!!!