linabear2010
Starting the Journey!
Feb 01, 2010
Well here I am, brand spanking new to OH. I am overwhelmed w/ emotion (excited, anxious, a lil scared of the unknown) to begin my journey. I am a 37 yr old, single mom of 3 kids. I have been overweight my entire life. And like most of you have tried almost every type of diet imagineable, from acupuncture to drinking gross liquid shakes to starvation (in my deepest moments of frustration); you name it I've tried it. Currently at 257 (my highest being 280 last year around springtime) and a BMI of 47, my doctor says I qualify for WLS without any conditions. I guess I am blessed to report that I do not have high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. But although I may not have any of these comorbidities - my back and knees hurt, my arms and legs have poor blood circulation causing pain, I have symptoms of sleep apnea (test results haven't come back yet) and I huff and puff even by walking 10 feet to the mailbox, sad huh! Like most I'm sure, both sides of my family are infested w/ heart disease, diabetes and stroke....BOTTOMLINE I'm afraid! I'm afraid to end up sick, or worse dead. But after much research, discernment and PRAYING about it, I know I'm ready for this. I have taken the first step in my decision to be a healthier, happier me! And although I have been greeted with looks of disapproval, disappointment and even shock that I'm considering WLS, I know this is what I want for me! So cheers to ALL wherever you may be in your journey!
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About Me
Murrieta, CA
Location
47.0
BMI
Surgery
10/29/2010
Surgery Date
Feb 01, 2010
Member Since
