I never thought it would happen to me.  I just wanted things to stay the same.  But my life turned out to be full of changes which became too overwhelming for me to deal with.  So I busied myself by taking care of everyone while I quickly slipped away, physically and emotionally.   Before I knew it, I'd lost a significant amount of weight, had completely withdrew from family and friends, and didn't know how to turn things back around.  Thankfully, God positioned me to get the help I needed right within my own city!  I was so fortunate to have such a wonderful and knowledgable team to walk me through my recovery. 

I had no idea how difficult it would be to be free from anorexia.  I felt for every step forward, I made one step back.  Then a relapse.  I got so discouraged and began to believe that I would never be better, that it wasn't possible.  I was holding on by a thread for my husband and kids, but it wasn't until I was able to recognize my own self worth as a child of God and rejoice in who God made me to be that I was able to walk in freedom.   

I am excited about coordinating the 2nd annual Grand Rapids walk. I want to do everything I can to help educate and prevent others from an eating disorder. Last year was a big success and I hope to reach even more in the area this year.  

I hope that this walk will open doors for conversation, among families and friends, to talk more about eating disorders which thrive on secrecy.  I pray that it will result in early treatment and that fewer people will suffer from this dehabilitating illness.

Please join us on September 11, 2010 at Sixth Street Bridge Park at 10am.

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