Ms.Ronnie
Changing Life...
Aug 07, 2009
Hey there friends...Ms. Ronnie here.I'm anxiously anticipating Monday 8/10/09 knowing that it's one of the most life-changing events ever! Of course I'm still questioning myself, but that's okay...those of you who have already crossed over have probably had these same thoughts...what the hell am I doing??? SMH and saying to myself, "you're doing the right thing...you're a fat girl who wants to break out and be rebirthed and move forward and run like hell from that fat girl suit that you're about to peel out of...whew!...all in one breath.
No, seriously though...this is just an amazing time for me. I'm 50 years old -- I feel 20 something in my thoughts and ambitions except for the aches and pains that my body experiences due to the fat girl suit. I, like those of you who have already crossed over, am learning that it's totally the right time to say "bye-bye" to that food demon that speaks to my mind and jumps into my belly waaaaaayy too often. I'm starting to feel like I'm a trailblazer in our circle of friends too. It seems like everyone is already starting to look at me differently since I made the decision to do something about my life...oh yeah, about my "fat girl suit wearing" life. I'm not sure how to describe it, but it's certainly different. When I talk about it I'm like the old E.F. Hutton commercials where everyone leans in and listens. I know...I'm rambling, but that's what I do when I'm nervous and ansy and all those crazy emotions in between.
My husband is starting to realize that this huge change is about to happen, not just for me, but for all of us. He's been talking about changing the way we all eat in the house and more exercise. That blesses me...that he's in my corner. He always has been a wonderful man and I thank God for that. Sheesh...I couldn't imagine if I didn't have his support. But I do and thank God (again) for it. My daughter Emily, and my sisters are there for me also so I'm really blessed. My mom is a bit nervous, but at least she understands why I'm going this route and that's more than enough for me. My BFF Susan is another little cheerleader who is also in my corner. So I guess I'm just grateful for all this wonderful love and support that has me surrounded...but there's more...
Speaking of support...this OH spot is the place to be when it comes to support. You guys are the most selfless group of loving indivudals I have run across in a long, long time. Even when the boards are blazing with debated issues that have everyone steaming to get their points across, there's no place I'd rather be. You all have become a part of my life. This OH site is kinda like a life line that I've been thrown in order to survive this next chapter in my life. Aww man, now I'm tearing up...sniffle...so, for that I say thanks and I pray that God grant all of you the desires of your hearts. It's almost weird to feel so close to people whereby one's sole connection is via cyberspace, but all things considered, it's true. We are connected guys. The bottom line is nobody should have to go through this alone...I feel blessed to be a part of my OH family.
So I'll probably post back here...hopefully, sometime next week to give an update on things.
Thank you,
I'll see you on the other side...
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About Me
Brooklyn, NY
Location
49.6
BMI
Surgery
08/10/2009
Surgery Date
Sep 05, 2008
Member Since
Before & After
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Ms Ronnie at her HEAVIEST!!!
317lbs
209 lbs...25 to go!!!
209lbs
