August 13, 2009

Aug 13, 2009

Today is my surgiversary!  One year ago today I had RNY with Dr. Graber in Utica, New York.  I cant believe it's been a year already and so many things in my life have changed.  This time last year, I was so depressed and prayed to die each night.  Really, I'm not exagerating - I really wanted out of this life.  I didn't have a life.  Now, I'm so happy that God has answered my prayers, not to die, but to live.  That's what I was really asking for - a life worth living.  Today, I can walk all day and not get winded.  If I fall down, I can pick myself up.  I'm gardening, which I've NEVER done before.  I sit on the ground and plant away to my heart's content.  I can get up easily to get bone meal and water for the plants.  Live just couldn't get any better than that for me.

I went to England in May with my sister and had a great time walking all over the place.  We would start out at 9:00 every morning and come home at about 8.  We walked and walked and walked.  I not only kept up with my sister (who is very fit and walks a great deal everyday), but I was able to walk more than her some days.  This was a great experience for me. 

Since today is my surgiversary, I decided to start making some calls to plastic surgeons.  I have a great deal of loose skin on the stomach, hips and thighs that will need to be removed.  I'm a little nervous about having another surgery, but figure it will be some months before I'm ready, so I have between now and then to mentally prepare, as well as financially.  I'll need to have the thighs and tummy done, and maybe a breast reduction/lift.

I'm very greatful for all the help and support I've received on this site and from Dr. Graber and his staff.  They've been great to deal with!  

I'm so happy to have my life
I'm so happy to have my family and friends
I'm so happy to have this forum for informaton and support

My prayers have been answered and I pray for all of you who have had this surgery and those who want and need it.

 

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Ottawa, ON
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34.6
BMI
RNY
Surgery
08/13/2008
Surgery Date
May 13, 2008
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