Pretty Melanie

I attended a small Christian elementary school with only eleven students in my class. Out of six girls, there were two Melanies. I was the tall, chubby Melanie. The other Melanie was like a golden, perfect swan. 

In 5th grade, we all participated in a track and field event, and everyone started rooting for "Pretty Melanie." 

I spent the next 15 years battling eating disorders.