As a little girl, I remember dreaming of what life would be like all grown up. I loved those moments of pure innocence and far stretches of the imagination where I could dream everything in life was beautiful and happy. Those childhood dreams and fantasies became my happy place as my life was in a downhill spiral spinning out of control throughout my entire childhood and well into my adult years.

I didn't want to be obese, or even overweight! I grew to hate that word!

I arrived in my mid 30's depressed, angry, bitter, and unhealthy ...oh, and obese! I didn't want to be obese, or even overweight! I grew to hate that word! For 30+ years, my weight was my fortress and obesity became an acceptable place of refuge...

Then, God crossed my path with Cyndi Benson Ministries, The Grace and Strength Lifestyle.

My weight loss journey was definitely a walk to remember!! I was full of doubts and fears from knowing I had already tried every possible and imaginable way to lose weight only to lose and gain some of the same pounds over and over. I was desperate and found myself going from one extreme to another, and it was literally killing me.

I was desperate and found myself going from one extreme to another, and it was literally killing me.

I had felt so hopeless for so long that I was scared to death of the new found sliver of hope I had found through watching my friend, Aaron, on this 'diet' he called "The Grace and Strength Lifestyle"...

I had no clue what it entailed, but I HAD to try it! Nothing else was working and I was very sick from my previous attempts to lose weight. So there I was... Some days were easy, some not so much. I never realized the strongholds I had weighing me down, but I am so thankful God sent me the people to walk it out with me, the courage to face it, the strength to get through it, and the peace I sought from day one. And though I owe God ALL the glory for turning around everything the devil had meant to destroy me with and using it toward my greater good, I am also grateful for my "Coach" who was nothing short of a true Godsend.

...I felt true freedom and an inner peace I can not explain in words. I am healthy. I am happy. And, I am loved.

November 22nd 2010 is a day I'll never forget. It was the day I reached my goal weight, but, it was the day I felt true freedom and an inner peace I can not explain in words. I am healthy. I am happy. And, I am loved. I'm no longer bound to my past by my weight! My weight no longer defines me, my day, or my mood. I have come to see myself as God sees me and accept that even in my weakest moments I CAN do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me ...and so can you!!

My children have their momma, my husband has his wife, and I have true freedom!!

God has instilled a desire and passion deep within my heart and soul to help others by walking down their weight loss journey with them. On December 1st 2010, I officially joined the Cyndi Benson Ministries, Grace & Strength Lifestyle team. I have been a coach for a little over 18 months now, and I can honestly say I have been blessed beyond words. Finally, I have purpose!

I am healthy, life is beautiful, and I am happy!! Hmm... I guess those "far stretches of the imagination" weren't just empty dreams, but proof that God knew what plans He had for my life years ago! ;)

Update: Video Interview with Grace and Strength Lifestyle Coach Anna Kenoyer

Soon after Anna achieved her remarkable success with the program, Anna was the first weight loss coach to join Cyndi's team. She has played a vital role in the life-changing process for many of the ladies who have made the Grace and Strength Lifestyle journey to freedom. You'll be inspired and encouraged for sure as you hear Anna talk about her experiences with our program. Click on the image below to hear Anna's heart as she discusses her journey with Grace and Strength founder, Cyndi Benson.

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* Individual results may vary.