newbie introduction

Hi everyone,
     I have been reading this forum for three months now and have learned a tremendous amount. Thanks to all of you who take the time to post and share your experiences, opinions, and wisdom. I am going to be having the VSG this summer, probably at the end of June. (I am almost done with the whole process-should finish by the end of April for sure.) I am a teacher and I am taking most of the summer off  to devote myself to ME! My youngest is graduating from high school and my oldest from college so it's time to work on myself.  I will be 49 at the time of my surgery. I have been morbidly obese since my youngest was born. I was on bedrest for 6 months during my pregnancy with him and my body never really recovered. The weight just piled on. About 8 years ago I did loose 80 pounds on low carb and kept it off for 18 months. But then I went through a totally unexpected divorce and the illnesses and deaths of both of my parents (all three in the same year-plus my basement flooded twice that year too) and the pounds came back on. It's been a yo-yo ever since.  I am committed to a lifestyle change. Thanks to all of the suggestions on here I have gradually been getting myself prepared. I am excited- but a little nervous. I know I will have lots of questions later but just wanted to introduce myself now.
Highest weight ever-292
Current weight- 267 (lost 21 pounds this past month on low carb)
Goal weight-160

Hi and welcome!!!!  be sure to post any questions you have.  there's no such thing as a dumb question.  there's a FAQ for newbies that i will post in a couple of minutes.  hopefully it will answer some more of your questions.  i'm pretty far along, so if i can answer anything i'm happy to.  it sounds like you been through STRESS!!  Sux.  Hope things have evened out a little bit.  the sleeve rocks!!!!!  ((((((((((hugs)))))))))

We welcome you to our crazy OH family.  It is great to have you hear and we can't wait to share in all your successes that you will have.  Congrats on doing something for yourself and taking control of your life.  It's a crazy ride, so hang on tight! Much luck to you!

Welcome! I hear you on taking care of yourself. As moms, we always put our kids first. But we need to take care of mom too! Glad you will be around to see your grandkids, like me. Good luck!

WELCOME!! As you have already seen, there are so many people on here that can, and happily do, offer a wealth of wisdom. I, too, have learned so much and am awaiting approval.....the wheels of red tape are moving ever so s......l......o.......w.......l......y            sigh.

anyway, I look forward to watching your progress....We can do this!!!

Welcome. Yes do post with any questions you have or shoot me a personal message - just click on my name and then click on PM.

Welcome and good luck on your journey.

Welcome, fellow teacher and congratulations on one of the best decisions you will make for yourself and your health! Keep reading and posting. Feel free to PM me anytime!