New pics, new accomplishments!

First off, I appologize that it has been so long since I posted. I needed to post today because I have a new pic I want to share with everyone. I have now lost 97 pounds and I am so close to that 100 pound mark I can taste it.

Trudy, Ashley, my Mom and I recently did the Shamrock walk. It was a 5k (about 3.5 miles) that took us along Portland's waterfront, across the Willamette, down the Eastbank Trail and back across the river to the finish line. We were all so proud od this accomplishment.

Something like this would not have been possible four months ago. Trudy is already talking about a half marithon in October. To be honest I hope that I have a hunting trip that will get me out of it. But I wish her the best:)

So 97 pounds gone has taken me from a pant size of 48 down to a 40, and from a 5x t-shirt down to a 2x. I have been buying clothes off the rack, and NOT IN THE TALL AND FAT SECTION of the store. It is amazing how affordable clothing can be when you arent buying the extreme sizes.

Everything in life is easier. Please don't take this litely. every aspect of daily living is so much easier. Tying my shoes, standing up, playing with the kids, doing chores, getting in and out of our vehicles, EVERYTHING!! I was bored on Saturday, so I dug out the gutter guards that I brought home over a year ago and installed them in my gutters. I never used to volunterily take on projects, even 1 hour ones like this.

Let me know what you think of the pics and if you know anyone that is struggling with things like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type II diabetes, or any other common problems associated with being overweight. please let them know that Trudy and I are here to help others experience all the joy in life that can be experienced when you re-introduce health.

My cell number is 503-998-8021 please feel free to call me with any questions.

Health & Happiness,

Jason Ping (Big Guy No More)