Why fight?: Angel’s Story

I’ve decided to take on the battle against obesity in my own life and on behalf of others. I’ve also decided that I’ve had enough of crap (bad food) and its pervasiveness in our society. I want better food for more people, and I will put myself in the line of fire to make it happen!
I’m a 37-year-old African-American woman who is super morbidly obese. I’m married with no children and I have worked at the same company for almost eight years. I am a Christian and I take my spiritual health very seriously. I have suffered with issues surrounding my weight since I was a young girl. In that respect, my story is not unlike many others who are overweight. I have been on many diets, punished my body with rigorous exercise, and fought my way to professional success. I’m tired, but I’m not done.
I hope that this site is helpful to many. I want people to understand what it’s like to be me. I want to open up every aspect of my life to show others that they’re not alone and that they can overcome. I also want to expose the paradoxical nature of food in our society; the way that overweight people are considered society’s dregs while food of poor quality is so readily available at every turn.
Yes, I still have some fight in me. I’m not quite done yet. Starting with the inside, I want to tackle this “food issue” that has plagued me since my youth. As I begin to win my own battle, I want to help others fight theirs, too.
Will you follow along as I broadcast my battle for everyone to see…and maybe even join while you fight yours, whatever it may be?
I extend the invitation. We have one life to live and then it’s done. Will you fight for spiritual, mental, and emotional health with me…will you fight4yourlife?
Keep up the good work Angel!! I too have been battling weight issues ever since I was in high school. I too decided to stop making bad food choices but it is a struggle everyday. But I just pray for strength each day and try to find something else to occupy my time and energy.
I think the thing that has angered me for so many years is the stereo type of us poor as slovely and fat—the position we are in is to choose between CHEAP food and , say, the electric or gas bill. White bread-.99 a loaf, or whole sprouted wheat at almost 3+ dollars? I could go on but I wont…Back when my son was little it was actually cheaper for me to feed him whole foods. 23 years later its completely different.
Thank you for this lovely site and your outstretched hand. I look forward to watching your walk and learning from you.
I don’t know a lot about much, but I’m so attuned to fatness and all related issues. It’s not all our fault and we’re not second class. I’m passionate about this fight. I really want to inspire people to hope again. I look forward to learning from you, as well!
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I am fighting right along with you! Thank you so much for being an inspiration to me and a whole lot of people.
Oh, my love. I must tell you that you and people like you are MY inspiration…but I understand what you mean. Thanks for joining with me in the battle for life. I give myself freely because I know what it means to have my life back. Stay close and keep following. I think I might post some older blogs so that new followers can get to know me better. If you have a blog, I’d love to follow.
I have been fighting this battle most of my life in the past 3years I’ve my a commitment to make better food and lifestyle choice with God’s help I we will achieve our goal Thank you for sharing your story
Yes…we will. Making the choice and admitting it’s an issue are steps in the right direction. God is the glue that holds it all together. We have purpose!
Hey Angel, keep up the good work. You know I’m always on your side and in your corner. Don’t forget about those of us that drink too much wine/beer. It is hard to shed those pounds also…..Love you girl…Jae
Very true, Jackie. Drinking is like pouring sugar down your throat!
Hi Angel, keep going. I’m here to support you.
Traci sent me to your blog – I’m so glad she did! GREAT to meet you! So – were you sleeved? I did a quick scan and just have a few minutes so haven’t read all the way back – so forgive me for not knowing. I had the DS in 2002, my husband had the DS in 2004, and our son had Sleeve Gastrectomy in 2007. Needless to say – we’re invested! Looking forward to getting to know you – looks like we have a LOT in common!
You already know I’m in it for the long haul with you. Keep it up!
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Our fight is not done while we live in this planet earth.. prayers for you.
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