briebrie77
I am 36 years old and have been wanting weight loss surgery off and on for the last ten years or so. Having always been overweight or outright obese since I was a child, I really do not know what it is like to be thin. I have tried and failed diets because I used food for years as a crutch when I was lonely, bored or even to cover up negative emotions. I had waaay out of control portions. I would get hungry for more and more food as a result. My top weight is 269 lb, but I am losing a little weight on my pre-op diet. Surgery is Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy - scheduled 12/11/2013 (less than 2 weeks!!) I am not as excited as I thought I would be. I am instead, being very careful to be well prepared and protect my health along this journey. I am an active, joyful person and want the Brie on the outside to match the Brie on the inside : )
