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9-17-07: Well, it’s been a little over a month since I attended the Bariatric Seminar. Today, I attended my one-on-one consultation with Dr. O. He is a wonderful doctor! There is a long process ahead of me! There are many pre-op tests that I must take before even getting the ok from insurance company. But hey, I’m worth it, right?!

10-26-07: I have seen my PCP and he gave me the ok to have the surgery! I have completed a few of my testing also. Still some ways to go.

11-30-07: I had a little setback. I was in the hospital for a few days due to a lump in my breast. But thank God, it wasn’t serious and I’m okay….Back to my process…

 12-25-07: Merry Christmas! Well, I have completed more tests! Upper GI, oh my gosh, Yuk! Now, the only things left are; see a Cardiologist, Pulmonary Physician, Psychologist and the Dietician. Then my insurance has to approve. Whew! Almost there! 

1-18-08: Happy New Year! Well as of today, I have seen the Psychologist and she said that I’m mentally prepared. She has given me the ok to have the surgery! Well I have an appointment on Tuesday to see the Cardiologist and Wednesday, the Pulmonary doc. Getting closer and closer!

1-22-08: Well today I see the Cardiologist. One more step closer! I'll check back in and keep you posted and up-to-date. Smooches!

1-25-08: Ok I have seen the Cardiologist and the Pulmonologist. Both want other tests!! The Cardiologist wants me to take a stress test (that has been schedule for next Thurs. and the following Tues.). The Pulmonologist wants me to take a Sleep Apnea Test (that's scheduled for Feb. 4th). So yes, getting a little closer, but prolonged! I check back in later!

4-9-08: I am sorry for not posting sooner. I have been so busy, especially with school. So are you wondering where I am now!!! Well yes, I have my date!!!!! It's May 5th! It was suppose to be April 21st, but I couldn't do it on that date. So yes, I am so happy and nervous. I have been having people tell me not to go through with it and to lose the old fashion way! I'm hearing horror stories and people saying, "you're going to have so much excess skin." Please everyone I need some feedback.

5-24-08: Sorry for the delay in updating. Well for those that are wondering, yes I had my surgery on May 5th! Whew!!! So let me tell you what's been going on. Well the surgery went well, Thank God. However, I had a few complications. After being home for 1 week, I went back into the hospital. I dehydrated and while there, they dedected blood clots in my lungs! I stayed in the hospital for about 8 days and now I doing pretty good. I'm still feeling a little weak, but getting stronger day by day. I do have some nausea when I first began to eat a meal. Also, I haven't had a bowel movement in about 3 days. Any suggestions on these issues? 

Thank you for all your prayers and concerns. Please continue to keep me lifted in your prayers and thoughts. Smooches!!

6-6-08: I am doing well, all thanks to my Lord and Savior! Today I'm feeling stronger. I even was able to go on my daughter's field trip today!! Well I have lost about 37 lbs and wear a size 24!! Everyone tells me they see a big change. My eating is getting better and I'm trying new things all the time. I am happy I made this decision that is changing my life!

9-3-08: Now you know its ashame that I haven't been on to give an update. Been busy with school, church, work, motherhood...u name it! But I am doing extremely well! Thank you Lord! I have lost a total of 70lbs!! My doctor says I am doing great. I am exercising and eating right. Yes I'm on the right path. I haven't really been buying any clothes because of the rapid WL and I don't want to waste any money. But I think I'm a size 18-20 now!!

In July I recently graduated from University of Phoenix with my Masters in Psych. By the way Phoenix, AZ is beautiful!! So now I'm in the process of opening my Outpatient Program in substance abuse. To God be the Glory!! This is it for now...i hope to be on sooner this time.

November 10, 2008: Well everyone I am doing great! I am about 215lbs which is a little over 70lbs total lost since my surgery (6 months). I am loving life more and more each day. To God be the Glory!!

May 6, 2009: I'm sorry that I have not posted in a while. But I have been so busy. I just started a new job as a Case Manager/HIV Coordinator. I'm still in the process of opening up my own counseling practice. As far as my weight loss..i'm doing well. Yesterday was my 1 yr. post-op anniversary!!! I'm a size 12 now...I think I'm losing more inches than weight. I'm now sure of my weight (probably around 170). I have an appointment on tomorrow to see my Surg. so I will get my official 1 yr. weigh-in. I doing pretty good with my eating habits but lately I've been snacking alot. On buttered pretzel chips...not high in fat though . But I have to increase my exercise..since I've started working, I go home help my daughter with her homework, cook dinner, get ready  for the next day and go to bed! I be exhausted! But a group of women at my job are starting a lunch hour walk..so maybe that will help. I need to implement my exercise more on the weekend...I need some motivation people...some encouragement...a PUSH!! LOL. But everything is going great...many people don't even recognize me at times! I'm loving every moment of my process! Thanks everyone for your support...give ya an upday later with more pics...smooches!!

May 7, 2009: Well I went to my Doctor's appointment and my surgeon said that everything is great! I weigh 177.5lbs now! I thought I was closer to 170 but I'll take it! He said I am above the average loss of body fat. Average is 50% at my stage, but I'm at 70%, which is excellent!! So I am very happy and excited. Now I need to exercise more than ever . I have been, but now like I should. I feel a little flabby in certain areas (like my arms )  But I'm not complaining, I'm very grateful for my progress. Check me out in the future ya'll...smooches!! Keep you updated!

December 9, 2009: I know fam, I haven't been updating like I should..but life sometimes have u going, going and going like the energizer bunny! Ok here is my update..I'm down to 161lbs!! Haven't lost much in the past 6 months...haven't lost a pound in the last 3! lol..but I know I have to work real hard for the last 20lbs! But I'm extremely happy and grateful! I'm a size 10-11 now! Can you believe it? I've accomplished so many of my goals already..over the summer I road my first rollercoaster in over 15yrs! It was fun and amazing! Check out my pics for fab updates! Divalicious!! Smooches!