Starting my journey...

Jan 04, 2017

Happy New Year! 2017 marks the start of my journey to a new and improved me.  I am excited to be starting on the road to my gastric bypass surgery.  Being recently diagnosed with diabetes the past year has given me much time for reflection.  Currently I take 8 medications for depression, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep and diabetes. I have sleep apnea and in 2016 I turned 50 years old.  With turning 50 came the feeling of being totally overwhelmed as I felt like my life was truly spinning out of control.  I am not able to do the things I did when I was younger.  I have always been on the heavy side only now I have trouble with doing activities such as walking.  I am a photographer and have missed doing my photography due to my inability to be active.  So, that's me in a nutshell.

I have my initial consultation with the surgeon 02/03/17.  I am definitely ready to get the ball rolling.  I know that the road to a new me will not be an easy road, but, seeing all of the before and after pictures and posts on this site definitely inspires me.  I want my life back and want to be healthy and active again. 

Until next time,

Shirley

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