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Women's Division 5, First Place (Tie)

"Now that I’m 70 pounds lighter so far, it’s much easier to get around and my self-esteem has increased.”

“When I joined TOPS in 1999, I was very self-conscious of my excess weight. I began by counting calories and controlling portions. I then added exercise by walking and doing aerobics several times per week. I’ve endured many obstacles in my personal life along the way, such as two back surgeries, 10 ankle and foot surgeries, the loss of my mother, caring for our handicapped son, raising our grandson, and almost losing my husband after a serious surgery last year. Now that I’m 70 pounds lighter so far, it’s much easier to get around and my self-esteem has increased. Everyone, including my wonderful TOPS friends, often tell me how great I look. I was so surprised and thrilled to learn that I’d earned International Division Winner honors.”