I am a busy wife and mother of three, two of them grown, one almost grown. I am also a caregiver to my parents. One of the greatest things in life is being functional and healthy in old age. That is my ultimate goal in joining Spark People. I have really appreciated all the support from everyone. My time with Spark People has shown me that I didn't know myself as well as I thought. What I have learned has gotten me closer to my goals. If you could sum up my life the past few years, it would be this phrase, "the face of Alzheimer's." I don't have it, but my life is dominated by it. Both of my parents have Alzheimer's/dementia, along with multiple medical problems that are certainly related to their lifestyle through the years.

Lose at least 30 pounds. Lower blood pressure. More energy. Never have diabetes.

Get 8 hours of sleep a night. Drink 8 glasses of water a day. Eat in calorie range. Lots of fruits and vegetables. Some carb cutback. Walking every day. Biking during summer. Gardening. Treadmill. Don't quit.

I live in snow country. It also gets hot in the summer. The seasons are a big factor in my life. This is also farm country. I like organic gardening and using heirloom seeds. I like nature photography. I am a lifelong learner. My husband and I have been married 37 years.

I have been called Pollyanna at times. :)

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