Tina,
Congratulations for loving yourself enough to make the decision to have a longer and more healthy life.
You are going to do great.................... I think you and Jill will be each others' support.................and share a lot of similarities (both of you are gorgeous, for one!!) Just remember that you have a lot of people on OH who are cheering you on. It wasn't an accident that you discovered this site, or those here who understand your desire to want to be thin, healthier and NORMAL!! God has His ways of sending what we need to make it through it!!
You will be in my thoughts and prayers for a safe surgery, and the beginning of a new and beautiful life!! I will be thinking of you as I travel to a new destination for myself, also!!
love and prayers, Karen — Karen House