First Time I am Posting - Hello

I have been reading this board since June, but, never posted. I may be getting near approval for surgery and I am on an emotional roller coaster. I know that must be normal. Have had a bit of a set back with insurance...I think they deny sometimes just to discourage... but, I am not giving up. I was just all excited in June and now waiver between excitement and being a little scared. I enjoy reading about others experiences. It helps me and encourages me so much. I especially relate to those on this board. I believe my BMI is about 69. Now that I have gotten brave and posted once, maybe I will be participating more. I think I need and want some advice and support from others who have gone through what I am going through. I appreciate all of you sharing so much. I do not feel like I am alone now.

Hi Loucinda, I know what you mean about an emotional roller coaster. I think we have all been there at one time or another. There are lots of supportive people here with good advice and comfort when needed. My surgery is Wednesday and I am so excited, but nervous and a little scared all at once. I hope you come back and post often. If you need anything feel free to email me and I'll help with anything I can. Have a great evening, Anita

LOUCINDA, W E L C O M E!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So glad to hear you posted. Please come back often and stay a while. You will find everything you need here.......this board is the best board for that! take care willby

Hey Loucinda!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm sooo happy you came out of lurkerville!!!! It can be soo lonely there, why would anyone not want to come out and play with us??? Welcome. You will find all the support you need on this board. If you have any questions, please post and everyone here will try and help you. As far as the emotional roller coaster, get used to it. I'm 5 months out and still have my moments. This is the best thing you could do for yourself. Keep us updated on your progress!!!! Carmella

WELCOME TO THE BOARD LOUCINDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SANDRA A.

Loucinda, Welcome to the board.I think everyone goes on a emotional roller coaster when they begin this journey.I am a little over 3 weeks out and suffering from a sinus infection.I am riding that coaster with you girl.This is a great and suportive board.Welcome to our family...Dawn

WELCOME LOUCINDA!!! This is a great place with wonderful people. Glad you came out of lurking status to join in. (I just ended my lurking days a few weeks ago and I am so glad I did) WELCOME!!

Please feel free to post any ? you might have and if you just want some one to chat with I am on yahoo and you can email me any time I am 2 1/2 out and down 89lbs so far I will give you any help you need even be your angel if you need one Love you guys shelley

Hi Loucinda, So glad you came out of "lurksvile" to give us a chance to get to know you. I know I was so scared to post at first because I was afraid somebody might judge me. I learned this fear from all these years as being a Super Morbidly Obesed woman. You know the feeling that EVERYONE is watching you..and the worry that they judge you or think of you as less than human. I found that the more you put yourself out there and share your life, happiness, sorrow and fears..the stronger you become emotionaly..and NO I am not a pycho doc, but my "humble" oppinion is that this SMO board (people) can really help you..no matter where you are in this journey we call wls!! You are NOT alone! Hugs and Smiles, Virginia

Welcome Loucinda You will find a source of information here, and also caring people!! Through your journey, I wish you a safe one!! *smoochies* ~NEVER SURRENDER~ ~T~