First blog post- my story in short form.

Jun 17, 2012

My name is Stacey Van Dyk and I am a fat girl.

I love dogs, I love the outdoors and I love my husband. My entire life has been about making other people happy, which unfortunately has contributed to me being in last place when it comes to priorities. I've been struggling with my weight since I was 9 years old. Most of my family has struggled with their weight and are weight obsessed. The main topic of conversation at family dinners has always been weight loss and food. You tend to get really uncomfortable around your family because you know that they're studying you, seeing if you're gained or lost weight. I know they don't do it to be mean, I know they do it because they love me and are worried about my health. It's always "You're SO pretty, imagine what you'd look like if you were skinny!". UGH.  Finally, I had had enough. When I was 15, I started working out and eating healthy. Little did I know that I would never lose the weight, but I would keep packing on the pounds.

I had spoken to my family doctor may times about having the surgery but he was convinced I was too young. Finally, he has agreed to send a referral for Gastric Bypass surgery. He made sure to tell me that the process usually starts a year after the referral. To my surprise, two weeks after my referral, I got the letter. I am SO happy about it. My orientation date is July 17th, I have no idea what to expect but I know it will be the best thing to ever happen to me! :D

My current weight is 256lbs and my goal weight is 150lbs. My heaviest weight was 272lbs.

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