Life is so good after RNY....check out my post @ kat4872

I was horrible about keeping this updated until now. However, this surgery has changed my life so much that I thought it was silly to not share my experience with everyone. Don't be scared. It's the greatest thing that ever happened to me. I started at 231lbs and weight 125lbs now. I'm maintaining this weight and seeing the world through a new set of eyes.............

Kim, you were good enough to respond to my "scared" message. I am glad I read this too. It encourages me to go forward. I was 242 at my highest weight. I've been in a program for about 6 months preparing me for this surgery. I am now at about 217 pre-surgery. I am doing it for the other health issues high BP, arthritis, sleep apnea. I look forward to the day when I can write messages like yours to encourage people preparing for surgery...like yours did for me. Thanks, Tammy

HELLO! Tammy, You and I have the same surgery date scheduled...and we are about the same pre-op, too! I am a little scared myself. BUT I keep reminding myself of all the times I have lost weight only to have it return. Then medical problems associated with the weight return as well. Just keep reminding yourself of what it on the other side...a new healthy you. Best wishes & prayers!