Exactly one year ago today, I was on the brink of embarking upon a new chapter of my life.  I was optimistic, but couldn't have imagined how improved my life would be a year later. 

The physical changes have been significant, but the spiritual transformation has been even more profound.  I no longer awaken every morning with a feeling of self-loathing.  Truly, my first thought every day used to be that I couldn't believe I was still so heavy and I was disgusted with myself for getting to that point with my weight.  I would wake up wishing that it had all been a bad dream, but it wasn't a dream at all -- it was my reality. 

Now I am free from those constant negative thoughts.  That's not to say that I think I'm perfect now -- I'm far from that -- but I am comfortable enough with myself that I don't have that incessant negative conversation going on in my brain.

Now I am able to focus on being a full participant in my life.  Once again, I find myself pursuing goals that have been dormant for many years.  I am focusing on who I am instead of how I am.  I hope to find meaning and purpose in this new life I have been given. 

I am truly thankful for my surgery and the positive changes that it has helped me achieve over the last year.  I would do it all again in a heartbeat and I have no regrets whatsoever about the decision I made to have RNY.

Thank you all for being with me on this journey.  Your support, understanding, and friendship have been instrumental in my ability to navigate the sometimes rough post-op waters.  I look forward to sharing the next year with you and to following your success as well.

Look up Jean M on the lapband board he was her doctor also and I know she sees a new one so you might look her up

Does anyone know where this doctor has gone to since he left Paducah. i know a lady who had surgery by him and now she is having alot of problems and needs to see a bariatric doctor as oon as possible. She doesn't know where to turn to next. She has talk to a place in Mayfield Ky but can't get in there until July 23rd. Don't think she should wait that long. Does anyone have any ideals.

couldn't be more proud of ya...keep at it and let us know how it turns out. Even if you don't finish..push your self til you're happy for what you've done. Go SANDY!!!

OOhhhh, sorry. good luck with whatever you decide!