Hey there!  My name is Maureen.  I'm born and raised in New York City..I love it here!  I'm a public relations/public affairs consultant.  I've struggled with my weight since I was eight years old but things have really gotten out of control the last 5 years.  It's taken me two years to make the decision to have weight loss surgery, but now that I have, I feel like my life is starting anew.  My surgery date will hopefully be scheduled within the next couple of weeks.  Can't wait to join the loser's bench!!