Aged 27, I was swept off my feet by my gorgeous husband, Lee, now 42. I was 13st and loved my curvy figure. Lee was the perfect gentleman, and we quickly fell in love. We enjoyed nights out at fancy restaurants and cosy evenings in feasting on takeaways. But our romantic nights took its toll on my weight, and I gained four stone in as many years. Lee told me he'd love me at any size, so I wasn't too worried. However, my weight spiralled out of control after falling pregnant in 2003 with my son, Oliver. Three years later, I weighed a whopping 20st. ‘Does my bum look big in this?’ I asked Lee, as I stuffed myself into a pair of size-24 jeans.
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .