Teresa Rowe-Weasler

No matter what your life entails, you need to earn respect. This doesn't happen until you mature. Once you mature, you'll find family and social events more enjoyable. Strangers will be more open with you. They notice that you're no longer a child and can carry on an interesting conversation. It becomes easier going to social events and just being yourself. Very seldom do people want to sit by themselves. I realized that it's very easy to start a conversation.

I had started focusing on "me" when my children moved out. There was no excuse to carry around excessive "baby weight" which should've been gone immediately. My eldest was getting married and one of my goals was to wear a dress. I didn't fall into a fad diet. I knew that I had a long haul in front of me. I decided to change my eating habits, allowing for life. Low fats, low carbs, fruits, veggies, and eat at home. Plenty of water helps keep my skin moisturized, along with daily moisturizer.

Living today has become a struggle for many ordinary people. Receiving a monetary prize would be greatly appreciated. However, not many people receive large amounts of money at once. My heart has helped with my decision. A donation for animals would be made. A family vacation to a warm destination. To have a family vacation that pleases everyone, would be my intention. Some family members have health concerns, are up in age, or would put a big smile on my face just being together.