Hello. Today is my first day to visit this website and I am so glad I did. Reading everyone's stories is like readying my own. I too always felt like I was alone in this unfortunate life style of picky eating. I always thought there was something wrong with me. I wished my eating habits were normal. I feel like I am different and that my family wished I didn't have the issues that I have. I want to eat normal for me of course but also for them. I want my family to be proud of me and not have to be embarrassed for me at social events where food is involved. I want to feel normal and be able to walk into any restaurant and be that person who says hey that sounds good - I'll try that. I can promise you that has NEVER happened. I wished there was a magic switch that could be turned on or off that would make this all go away but looks like I am stuck with this crazy eating disorder.
My diet is very unusual and it is noticed everywhere I go. Most everyone who I work with knows I am picky and telling my friends or family etc is not hard for me. I don't like it when I am made to feel like an outcast because I don't eat like an adult should. I don't mind people knowing I am picky I just want people to accept it the way I have and know that there is nothing they can say to help or change the way I am. I look forward to continue to read and follow people's stories as this helps me feel like I am not alone. Thank you to everyone who has shared their story on this website.