Wow its hard to beleive that its been 6 months already.  My life has changed so much.  I feel like a new person.  No more aches and pains that i did have.  I cant explain the difference in how i feel both mentally and physically.  Its nothing that words can explain.  As far as my surgery goes i havent had any problems at all.   I thank God for my surgeon Dr Houston.  He is a wonderful person.  I am still trying to get used to all the positive comments.  Of course i get a slur here and there,  "Oh you cheated."  I promise you this was not a cheat,  its easy to sit there and say that if you havent been thru what I have.  This is a constant battle and a life altering choice.  I have lost a total of 72 lbs.  Approx 35 more to goal weight.  Well thats enough abt me.... just thought id update some.

Wow what an amazing journey this has been thus far.  I can remember back a month ago when i was so anxious about having this surgery. Now im two weeks out and my surgery is just a memory.  I was blessed to have such a wonderful surgeon.  Dr Hugh Houston is a wonderful person and I thank him from the bottom of my heart for being there for me.   His nurse Holly is wonderful as well.  Always willing to help and answer any of my questions.  Everyday becomes easier and I learn so much about myself.   I am greatful that i didnt back out.   :)  My kids and my husband have became my biggest fans.  My daughter (who struggles with weight problems ) compliments me daily on my weight loss.  Im trying to get her involved with eating healthy in hopes she never has to go thru all this.  Tomorrow I will return to work.  I hope they take it easy on me hahaha...   I was sopposed to go back today but my 11 yr old daughter Lilly was sick with the Flu.  Cant leave her alone.  Children always come first.  Im glad i stayed home,  I think i needed one more day at home.  I'll keep ya posted. 

YEAH IM HOME !!  I MADE IT THRU THE SURGERY WITH A FEW PROBLEMS.  I APPARENTLY ASPIRATED AND HAD PNEMONIA.  PRETTY SCARY.  I KNEW I HAD THOSE BAD FOR SOME REASON.  MY HUSBAND HAS BECAME VERY SUPPORTIVE WELL OVER SUPPORTIVE  LOL.   HE WONT LET ME DO MUCH OF ANYTHING AND KEEPS DRILLING THE FLUIDS IN.  MY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN A BIG HELP. ILL KEEP YA POSTED.

Yes 15 hours from now I will be having my surgery.  I am very anxious to get this overwith and begin my new life.  Today was very depressing,  I went to Walmart with my family to get the last minute items that I need.  Everywhere I looked I seen something that I wanted to eat.  :)  Of course I didnt partake.  I know I  can do this !!  Woo hoo

Two more days till the big day !  I am very excited and somewhat nervous at the same time. I am sure that these are normal feelings.  I actually almost called and canceled my surgery Friday but realized that wasn't a good idea.  I guess being a nurse isn't what you want to be at this moment in your life.  :) Knowing all the bad things that can happen with a surgery like this is overwhelming at times.  I wish my husband was a little more supportive.  I understand him not wanting  me to have the surgery because of the risks but I wish he would understand the risks of being overweight  are far more serious. 
Today I took my before photos and was amazed at what i saw.  For so long I have known I was overweight  and never thought i looked my actual weight but boy was i wrong !!   Usually when I take photos its all about hiding all the fat and what angle to snap and such.  Today was a calming experience.  For the first time it was okay to just be normal.  I am so excited that I will be able to live the rest of my life this way.  Thank God for allowing me this second chance at life.