Mallory M.
My name is Mallory! I am a twenty something trying to make my own way in the world. I have always been overweight, slightly. In highschool I was involved with everything, very active. I lettered in every sport and worked out on my own on the side, yet I always was the largest of all of my friends.
When sports seasons ended in my senior year and I left for college I put on way more than a freshman 15. I have steadily gained lost and gained 100 pounds over the last 6 years. I have tried several doctor assisted weight loss programs, phentrimine and B12, weight watchers, working out, etc....
Through the process my parents have been pretty vocal about staying healthy and not losing myself. At times their comments have been hurtful and I wonder if I continued on my self destruct to spite them...My stepdad have RNY Jan '08 and it has completely changed his life for the better! He is way more happy, more active, in less pain, off all meds, no more diabeties.
I guess in July '09 my stepdad sat me down and told me that they would support me if I wanted to have WLS and that I should really look into it. I was initially hurt, didn't think that I was heavy enough to qualify, angry. After doing some research I decided that Lap Band surgery looked like the best choice, but I still in denial that I needed to do something as drastic as WLS.
I finally attended a seminar and after that my mind was made up! I have really sailed through the process. Within two months I have gotten my surgery scheduled and am so ready to start this crazy journey.
I am a road warrior, I handle outside sales for an industrial manufacturer, travel all of Florda and south Georgia. I have packed my cooler with my Optifast shakes and water and not struggled. At home is when it is most difficult. I live with my boyfriend of three years, John and our dog, Ramen Noodle the Goldendoodle. Watching him eat is just a little like torture, but he is supportive and is changing his habits too.
So, that is my story up to now. I will be blogging to help keep me on track, I love to write my thoughts and feelings, but have never done a blog, but here I go! Wish me luck!!
