J.J.'s Journey
A journey of self love.
How can you love someone, if you can't love yourself? Can I get an AMEN? [Rupaul]
Surviving high school was just the first step in becoming who I am! Walk with me, sit with me, hear me, notice me, believe in me, share with me. Getting to know me is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. The more we know of one another, the less divided we are as humans.
My Family
Marriage Equality was legalized in New York on June 24, 2011! That was the day I proposed to my husband Rob. We married December 7, 2013. The right to marry continues to be challenged by the GOP, right-wing conservatives. If you do not want to marry someone of the same sex/gender, then I suggest you do not get one. My right to love who I want is my constitutional right to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness as a citizen of this the United States Of America!
My Work
Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's off to work I go! Who are you calling a ho?!?!? I have worked ever since the age of 16, as soon as I was old enough to receive my working papers. I guess I'm dating myself when I say that. Is that still a thing? Getting your working papers? Well, I continue to take pride in the path I have chosen at such a young age. A path of service to my community.
My Fun
What do I do when I'm not working? When I'm not at work, you can find me rehearsing for an upcoming concert, or participating in fundraising project for a non-profit that is near and dear to me! Check out my Ride For Roswell donation page for this year's ride! Get tickets to see me performances with the Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus or The Red Blazer Men's Chorus.
My Healthy Eating
I'm no expert, but when I am focused and determined I have developed meals that work for me. My life has been a series of trial and errors when it comes to obtaining a healthy weight, heavy on the error, no pun intended. Everyone is unique, and this uniqueness extends what we eat and how our body responds. Finding that balance of food & fitness is a challenge as your body changes with time.
Friends often ask, "How do you do it?" "What is it that you eat?" "Can you share with me your recipe?" I suppose these questions are part reason in why I have started my website. An opportunity for me to share with you what "works for me."
My Fitness
A work in progress! I went through dramatic changes during the COVID pandemic 2020-2021! I lost 125 lbs. in 8 months with thanks to The Ideal You weight loss plan. After the dramatic weight loss, I underwent plastic surgeries to remove excess skin back in Jan. 2021. In 2022, I find myself ready to tone and strengthen the new me!
I am adding various cardio and strength training exercises to my daily/weekly routines. Check out my progress in the months to come!
Nov. 2019
Aug. 2020