We all have one thing in common. We all are or were fat and we all want to improve our health via weight loss. Maybe it's the band, the sleeve, bypass or a "traditional" weight loss method, but no matter our choices we want to be thinner and healthier.

I would guess that most of us have defined ourselves by our body size in the past and some still are in the present.

We are so much more than that! Tell me something about YOU that makes you special.

I'm very proud of the daughters I've raised and I like to think that being their mother has contributed to the really wonderful, special people they are.

There is truly no more important job in the world than being a great mom. The only one that even compares is being a daddy.

I'm an artist, that's what makes me special.

I can raise my right eyebrow independently.

Ok, so this is an awesome thread. I think I "liked" every post in it.

I was independent at 18 and moved across the country from my family, I finished college on my own and earned a BA, often by donating plasma so I could afford to eat (which seemed less awful at the time than it does now), I started my own business, which fingers crossed is still successful, I have a paramedic, RN, and real estate license (none of which I use, but I enjoyed getting them), and I have so far managed to not end up broke, homeless, and forced to explain why I can't eat certain foods at my local Soup kitchen.

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I am awesome and always have been.

However, the thing that makes me special is that due to some amazing good luck I met and had the good sense to actually marry a man who is perfect for me and adores me.

How cool is that!

I am awesome and always have been.

Same here. Also, I'm incredibly humble.

Computers and I get along great, and I find some humans tolerable. It's that second part that really makes me one-of-a-kind!

I am awesome and always have been.

However, the thing that makes me special is that due to some amazing good luck I met and had the good sense to actually marry a man who is perfect for me and adores me.

How cool is that!

Yes, yes you are awesome

And I had the good sense to marry my perfect mate, also. 26 years in April

I have a hilarious sense of humor, a quirky fun personality, and "march to my own drummer. " Oh, how true ! I cant help it !!! I just see the funny side of everything ! It's . Not. My. Fault. That is all. I spent 3 years in the Army overseas, Im also a great salesperson, connect with animals , have a love of the English language, married the best husband, had a child and adopted 3 kids from the foster/ adopt program. Whew ! Im learning to cook, (loving it !), and can't wait to see what's coming next in my life !

married the best husband

Sounds like a few folks in this thread might argue with you there, including me!

I've got a smart mouth and a smart mind-both of which helped me to survive the loss of my little boy and go on to have 2 sassy daughters.

I can wiggle my nostrils. I love to do it at people in very serious moments knowing they can't laugh out loud!

What a great thread! Thanks for starting it @LipstickLady.

What's special about me? Maybe because I am the youngest child of 5, but I can get along with just about anyone. This has served me well! In my last job I worked for a state agency and beat out about 10 people to get the job. After being there a few years, I asked the supervisor what made her pick me. I thought maybe it was my obvious expertise, but no, she said that everyone agreed I would be the best to get along with! Turns out the last hire had been a disaster and couldn't get along with anyone.

I now work for the federal government and believe me, this skill continues to come in very handy

married the best husband

Sounds like a few folks in this thread might argue with you there, including me!

Yes, you might argue with me, but I doubt you would win !!!! I always say ''If he was any more laid back , he'd be asleep !" He is calm , patient , easygoing, smart , caring and supportive. And for some unknown reason, is still wildly attracted to me, even after 33 years together. Through thick and thin, literally and figuratively !!!

I can raise my right eyebrow independently.

so can I, I learned it from imitating Mr. Spock.

My husband and I keep bees on our property. We were so successful last year with our honey production and sales that this year we are expanding from 3 hives to 10. We intend to eventually make this a full time business.