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Goals

Is to be Healthy again so I can enjoy life with my family and friends.

396 People
 in progress, 
84 People
 achieved this

Fit comfortably in any seat I choose (lawnchair, movie theater, airplane etc.)

526 People
 in progress, 
343 People
 achieved this

To weigh less than my husband

73 People
 in progress, 
46 People
 achieved this

Wear my husbands T-shirts and have them be big :o)

28 People
 in progress, 
35 People
 achieved this

To get my surgery approved :)

141 People
 in progress, 
308 People
 achieved this
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Surgeon Testimonial

Muhammad A. Jawad, M.D.
Dr. Jawad was a professional from the first time I met him at an educational seminar. I truly believe that he has a passion for bariatric surgery and for the success of his patients. He fully explained each procedure that he performs including the pros and cons of each. He discussed the risks as well. His bedside manner was good and the staff that he has assembled are very knowledgeable. I feel that I made a great decision to have Dr. Jawad perform my RNY surgery.
Member Interests
  • Dogs - I have two adorable basset hounds. They are my girls!!!
  • Poetry - I love to write poetry... it's my way of getting my emotions out!
  • Meeting People - My husband & I love to meet new & interesting people.
  • Walking - My exercise of choice but hoping after WLS I'll add different things.
  • Movies - I LOVE movies... anything but horror!
  • Scrapbooks - I wish I had more time to get mine together.
  • Cruises - 15 Cruises so far & looking forward to my first one after WLS!
  • Renaissance Festivals - I went to my first one last summer & loved it. I can't wait for spring!
  • WLS in your 40's - Proud to be the big 4 - 0 + 1!!!

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Rettawren37 on 4/11/08 7:15 am
    It is not long before your surgery date. I just want you to know that I am so excited for you. I know you can't wait to be on the losing side and onto a healthier life. I will pray that the Doctor's do a wonderful job and that you will not feel any pain.
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Crazy busy...
posted on 8/3/09 5:23 am
It's been a crazy couple of weeks.  I've been working full time at my first job and 20+ hours at my second job.  Also during this busy work schedule we moved to a new house.  So, it was packing, moving and trying to unpack.  There are still boxes everywhere but we are enjoying our new home.  Needless to say I've been away from here for awhile.

On a positive note, I'm down to 180 lbs.  I'm just 5 pounds from MY goal of 175 pounds.  My surgeon's goal for me is 146 but I don't see me making it there.  I'm not saying that I couldn't do it but I really don't want to.  I want to keep a little bit of meat on me.  I already feel so bony... not that I am... but for a girl that's been "fluffy" all her life it is a new feeling.

This journey has been a whirlwind of emotions and changes.  I have noticed how people treat me differently or at least I feel that they do.  I don't get stares at me due to my size any more.  I don't get the snickers and the whispers behind my back.  I am an average (still overweight) person.  I can do anything I want without worrying about my size.  That is a great feeling.  I have so much more energy.  There is no way that a year ago I could have kept up the pace that I have during the past 3 weeks.  It would have been impossible carrying over 100 pounds more than I am now.  I am grateful and still in awe when I look back at where I've come from and where I am right now.  This surgery truly is a wonderful tool to be given.

Hopefully my life will slow down during the next month.  I can't wait to catch up on every one's progress.  Until then.... keep a smile on your face and a song in your heart.


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