Tuesday, February 22, 2005

Weighing in on child obesity

Obesity is a huge issue with adults and children, and at this meeting I've learned the true value on how Obesity is affecting the world. I never really thought about obesity until I started working for the Grow program. Eating healthy is hard to do because of all the temptations that are in the media, and everyday life situations. Weighing In On Child Obesity was a meeting that gave a chance for youth and adults to express there opinions on how we can change this cycle. I was very excited about being on panel. There were all kinds of important people there, legislators, doctors, other students, and also senators. It was the most wonderful experience a person could feel. If I had a chance to do it again I would. I even made it on the channel sixty one new and The Day Newspaper. I was interviewed by Laurie Perez and Judy Benson. Going to this meeting showed me responsibility, public speaking skills, and just how important it is to be active in what I believe in. Jerica Sandiford