Reverse the numbers on my age and that will give you some idea about how I like to live! I have lived in the same city for my entire life ... so most everybody knows me! Early in my real estate career my slogan was "You know Linda ... Call her!" I have two sons and three grandchildren, who also live here, as well as my mother, siblings and extended family. I enjoy an active social life with many friends. I was widowed in 2002.  I started a weight loss journey in January of 2009 at 273 pounds. I made the commitment to live a healthier lifestyle and I have been successful but have not reached my goal weight. Weight has been an issue for as long as I can remember. My first "diet" was at eleven years old, by the time I was thirteen I was taking prescription "diet pills" the vicious cycle has been relentless for more than 50 years. I finished my first 5K in October. I trained for it regularly but since then exercise is sporatic at best. I have never found an exercise routine that did not get old very quickly! I am blessed with good health, a youthful nature and a positive attitude. I need to take another step toward continuing my active, adventurous lifestyle well into my golden years. I want to be the best that I can be in the last third of my life! I want to be a "hot" old lady!!!