My story: Finally
OK Buddys. Been wanting to do this for awhile. My story. Hold on is kinda long. Here goes.
I was a 3 month preemie. I was very sick at birth, and my mom and dad really had to fight to keep me. I had yellow jaundice at birth and collpased lung twice.
Then all kinds of respiratory problems during my early childhood. I had asthma, allergies, you name it. So I was very restricted on activity, and no running. I grew up in a world of books and movies, music, etc. But no physical activity. My mom tried to compensate by baking all kinds of treats and dad would spoil me rotten by buying me whatever I wanted. I was a spoiled brat, lol.
Then at about age 9, they found out i had scoliosis, my spine was going in an s shape. So that took 2 spinal fusions, one at 9 and one at age 10 . a full body cast for a year each time.
So, I was restricted from eating too much, because if I did, the cast wouldbe too tight.
Well when they took it off, was funny, I had started to go thru puberty!
Anyhow, once they took it off, I was able to eat, and made up for lost time.
My mom and dad were always chunky. Mom loved to bake, and dad loved to eat, lol.
But I was a shy timid, kid, not comfortable in my own skin and with people. So I hid in books and food.
Did this for years.
Then I got to high school. VERY shy and awkward, plus being overwieght.
But I did manage to make some good friends, and we walked all over, which helped.
Got introduced to alchohol. It became my friend. I found when I was buzzed I could overcome my shyness. So I drank my way thru high school and ate too.
I was most comfortable in front of the tv, or with a book, and something to munch on.
Well made it thru school.
Late got married at age 20 and about a year and a half later had Holly. Unfortunately me and her dad were a miss match. So more eating to comfort my self and more drinking, too.
I got real sick, had autoimmune pericarditis and that again restricted my activity.
had that for many years. and again, food was my comfort. Was on prednisone for 14 years for it. And that makes you hungry, too.
Ok, well Holly’s dad and I split up after about 11 years. So more drinking, eating and back to smoking.
Went thru a time of alot of different relationships, trying to find the perfect man, lol. Felt guilty for Holly not having a family.
More and more drinking. During all this, I was working full time, and trying to be superwoman.
Anyways 2 more failed marriages, and then i got introduced to meth, I felt like superwoman on it. I was addicted for over 10 years. I though5t it would help me lose weight, I could work out like a fiend, and thought I was doing great. Little did I know at that time how much I was hurting myself. I was in a relationship with a man in a wheelchair for 7 years. He turned abusive, and I finally had to get out. So I moved out, and I knew I had to clean up. So thru a good friend, I started going to NA meetings. I have now been clean for almost 4 years.
Ok all of this, makes me so grateful to be alive and healthy, and to be able to workout hard. Mom and dad were amazed at what I can do. So I never take my heath for granted. I am a survivor, and a grateful one.
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Forgot to add. This last year with my parents has been tough, never expected to lose them so fast. I am still in recovery mode. Having trouble with my old demon called Late Nite Binging. Everything hits me at nite.
Yes you are a survivor,Kama and we are so greatful for that. You ROCK!
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm sniff sniff! Wow KAMA! What a beautiful story! YOU are a fighter! Especially overcoming addictions such as alcohol and Meth.
(((((((((KAMA)))))))))))))
Kama you are a Fighter!!! A very spirited woman! Thanks for sharing…..I think you are awesome! Love ya bunches!
Wow I knew you were amazing but WOW!! You are such a great example for so many things, dealing with abuse, losing weight, drugs….thanks for sharing
Thanks for the comment on my blog, yes, I am proud that i jogged and it does feel good!
Wow, thanks for sharing your story, you have been through so much. Well done for being so strong and getting through it all.
oh and hope the foot is better soon
Fighter and survivor, an inspiration to us all Kama! Great story, thanks for sharing!
I am right there with you! I have been clean for 7 years, almost 8. Good for you. You are strong!
I sort of knew about some of this, you’ve given us little peeks through the last couple of years, but never did I realize just how tough you’ve had it. I think you are a true example of that saying…”What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.” You are a strong, intelligent woman. Thanks for sharing.
yay you, you’ve turned a lot of negatives around and are going in a great direction. You are so supportive and keep us all motivated and comforted. thanks, Kama (((kama)))
Hon, thanks for sharing!
You are such a fighter and you have been such an inspiration to me! I am proud to have you as my friend!! Love ya, Girl!
Biggest HUGS!
Wow, you have been through so much and you are truely an amazing women. You have inspirted me.
Like I said to you personally yesterday I am even more proud of you than I was before.
I didn’t know that was possible.
You don’t need meth or alcohol to be superwoman.
Just look in the mirror.
You truly are an inspiration my friend.
You help more people than you even realize.
Thank you so much for sharing your story.
Love you!
Lori
((((((((Kama)))))))))) My hero, my inspiration and my dear friend.
I’m holding back the tears when I read all that you have been through.
Look at you now!!! You were Superwoman the day your were born, and now you are the HEALTHY SUPERWOMAN!!! Many days, without your comments and support I would have given up. Not anymore.
I want to continue in your steps….and become strong and beautiful and commited like you are:)
Your amazing my friend, and I’m so glad you made it through. I believe God has a reason for all that happens, sometimes I don’t understand it, but I do believe your childhood has made you the woman you are today.
LETS GIVE A SHOUT OUT TO KAMA!!!!
Love you so much
Jane
(((((((KAMA))))))) What a story. You are truly a survivor and such an inspiration.
((HUGS))
kama…..wow you really have had a really hard life as well and trully have become a fighter….what an inspiration….my dear friend….(((((A BIG HUG)))))) 4 u
