Introductions

Hi to all. I rarely get the time to post here, but decided to jump in for the introductions. My name is Kathy. I had my open RNY on 3-31-04 and have lost 142 pounds. I have never felt better in my life. I'm working out 3-4 times a week and have a lot of energy. For the first time in my life, I feel at peace with my body. I graduated with my Associates in Nursing in 1979. I got my BSN in 1993. Most of my career was spent in Psych-Mental health nursing. Along the way, I've also done some home health, parish nursing, and was a physician extender for a psychiatrist. I am now the Corporate Elementary School Nurse for a school district. I really love it, but have to find ways to supplement my income in the summer. I try to pick up some hours at the hospital, but it's hard to go back to those working conditions after working in the school system. I feel so blessed to have had this surgery. I had tried so many programs and diets throughout my life. This is the best thing I could have done for myself.

Good to meet you, Kathy. I also am a school nurse and love it, though I am approaching 20 years and thinking of retiring (in four years). My husband's company excludes wls so we are trying to get them to add it on....i very much need it. Gail