The Decision

Well, I finally decided. Yep, I am going to have weight loss surgery. The decision wasn't easy but I have tried many other weight loss remedies only to have short term success. I need to find something that will give me lasting success. I'm creating this blog to detail my journey through the surgery.

I've already been to two seminars and had the initial consultation with the surgeon. There are still many things I have to do to qualify but it is tentatively set for August 25th, which would have been my mother's 66th birthday.

Monday, June 27th, I meet with a psychologist for an evaluation and another appointment for a fitness evaluation. Then Tuesday I have a nutrition consultation. There is much left to do and I am nervous about the upcoming changes, but excited about the possibilities of losing significant weight.

I've never been thin. Since I was ten years old I have been overweight, so it is all I know. It will be a true experience to be able to shop in a normal store, fly without discomfort, ride a roller coaster, and not worry that my kids are embarrassed to be seen with me.

I'm looking forward to sharing less of me with others!