Week 13

I am down 24.4 pounds.
This week has been a big week for me. Listening to Jillian Michaels podcast I realised that it is really important to stay on top of your doctor's appointments. I hadn't seen the dentist in almost 4 years. I can't remember the last time I had a physical (besides the one you get for STDs and leparcy when applying for your resident visa in Taiwan). So finally I swallowed my fear and went. Both had great outcomes. The dentist said my teeth look better than 4 years ago. I started brushing and flossing after every meal these last 3 months when I found out that gum disease is thought to be linked with heart disease (which runs in the family). I only had one cavity and filling that needed fixing. I went to the doctor and explained some of my family history and asked to get a full range of test done to make sure that everything is ok. I had an EKG done and chest x-rays. I get blood test on Monday done. I am going to try and make an appointment to see a dermatologist to check for skin cancer signs. And I am going to make an appointment at the womans doctor (most dreaded!)
I realised that I couldn't say why me if I got heart disease or diabetes or cancer even if I wasn't doing the things I need to do to prevent these things. With education I have I have to do everything I can to be healthy then above that I give control to God for my fate.
One more week unitl I board a plane back to the States for a 5 week vacation.