Intro - Alicia

Hey everyone!

I'm Alicia, from Wichita.  I've lived in this area my whole life (grew up in the 'burbs), and really have never thought about living anywhere else.  I'm pre-op, but I'm tentatively schedudled for November 11.  I'll know for sure Tuesday when I have my last pre op visit. 

Even though I'm from here, I'm actually having my surgery down in Oklahoma.  I'm having a VSG, and I am extremely excited!  In addition to the health benefits, I am so looking forward having an easier time at taekwondo (I'm a 3rd degree black belt) and my dance classes (middle eastern belly dance)!

I look forward to getting to know everyone.  I plan to come to the Wesley support group this Tuesday evening.

Alicia

Hi Alicia! Welcome to the group!

I can attest that losing the weight makes your favorite activities easier. My husband and I like the mountains and outdoors. Last spring we went hiking in Rocky Mountain Natl. Park, and instead of just walking the "walking paths" we actually hiked up the mountain. I can't wait till we can go back to Yellowstone so I can get a closer look at things instead of looking at the scenery from the car!

Thanks Mendee!

I actually grew up in Mulvane.  I graduated from HS there, and my parents still live there.  I come through often!

What year did you graduate? I went to hight school here, but moved away for a while... Now I am back. Funny, you hate the place as a kid, but love it as a parent!

I graduated in 1995.  My sister lived there for a little while and had her kids in school there, and it was so weird to go into their schools and see how they've changed !