Anyone up for a challenge?!?

Hello. I have been researching WLS for atleast 2 years now. I have been peeking in on this site everyday for the past year. I never thought I would do this but I can't take it anymore...I NEED HELP ! I had my consult in May and have not done a thing since. I need $ for PMRI but that is not an excuse for not making my appts for my clearances. Everyday I tell my self that I "will call", then I tell myself, there's always tomorrow. Well, here I am, begging, pleading for someone who is strong, strong enough to help a stranger but fellow OH member. Please, help me...I need a big PUSH !!! (Either that or a swift kick in the A$$!) I feel like I know most of you "regulars" on this board. yes, I have been stalking...LOL. I know the support you all can give...come on share the love!!! By the way, don't let this post scare you. I am not psychotic or anything. I am 34 years old, married for 16 years, a working mom of 4, a registered nurse and just need a push to get the ball rolling on my much needed and long awaited WLS!!! Thanks in advance, Stacey

Welcome Stacey. You have come to the right place. Now make your appts Girl! Its your health and you deserve to feel better. It took me awhile to get a grip on my own health but I am now one month (11/16/05) from my scheduled surgery. Lets put one foot forward and go for the gusto and make the appts and I dont think you will regret it. Might even learn some things like about your self like I did. Take care...Sharon

Stacey, When my heart Dr. recommended surgery to me I put it off for a year. If you read my profile you will see what it took to change my mind. My only regret now is that I waited a year. I am 6 months out. 101 lbs lighter and so much healthier. I am glad I took this journey and don't regret it one moment. I wish I did this at 34. Do now! Don't put it off another day or someday you will wake up an old obese lady. That should be enough to get you to make a call tomorrow. See you lighter. Joanne

I'll be glad to give you a swift kick in the butt.... Don't wait any longer! You have a whole new world out there waiting for you, your husband and most of all your children! We are all here to help you! Best Wishes in your journey!!

Alright Stacey, admitting that you need a kick is the first step in getting you to go!!!! You have the strength inside yourself you just need to unlea**** You need to find out what is scaring you or holding you back, admit it, and then let it go. You obviously have the desire for the surgery. There must be a reason why you want to lose this weight. Focus on your motivation for WLS and let that be your drive. We can't do it for you, you have to be the one to call and make those appts. You can do it, we believe in you!!! Now, I want to see a post from you later on this week about all of the appts you have set up. At least call and set them up, that's half the battle. Then all you have to do is show up. It really is that easy!!!! Robyn

Stacey, The worst fear you can have is of the unknown. Pre surgery I wasn't sure if I would be in alot of pain and if I could do all the things I needed to do after surgery. The surgery itself was easier than the hernia I had operated on 4 yrs ago. As far as eating and exercising, I was thrilled to be able to do both. I wanted to get healthy and my mindset followed. It's all about you. Welcome to the boards. The first time is the hardest. Now you can be a new regular. Try to make it to a support group. There is at least 1 a week in Wilmington. Each 1 is different. You can meet us and listen to our journey's. Try to read some of our profiles. You'll see that we all have alot in common. ((HUGS)) Elissa

Stacey, The opportunity to improve the overall quality of your life is within yourself. You know what needs to happen. You have to do something about it. You have been taking baby steps for a year. That is good. Now crawl yourself to the phone....call the doctor of your choice...you already know who you are going to call.....don't you? Take the following steps 1. Make appointment with doctor's for clearances - NOW, no not now, RIGHT NOW! 2. Find a support meeting - plan to go to it 3. Monday Nov 7th plan on attending PMRI support meeting. 4. Be happy with yourself for doing it. 5. Post with OH Board - when your appointment is. 6. Call PMRI - I bet if you don't want to break the piggy bank they can work something out of over terms. My wife and I both went at the same time. Our piggy bank squealed. . . . . . . . "The golden opportunity you are seeking is in yourself.. . . . It is not in your environment; . . . . .it is not in luck or chance, or the help of others; . . . .it is in yourself alone." -Orison Swett Marden . . . . . . . . . . Good Luck, Kevin

Remember $$$ won't fix things! It helps! Sometimes we let $$$ get in the way of things we want to pursue. I tried that as well in the beginning of my journey. I was more concerned over the costs of vitamins, and protein powders I would need for the rest of my life. I wondered....would I have enough income to keep this going? Lame excuse huh! But with the persistent hubby I have he kept at me and took the $$$ obstacle out of my decision view! Don't make $$$ the obstacle to keep you from doing this. Consider yourself KICKED! Debbie

All righty Stacey, get your rear moving. I had the same issue. And after I made appointments... I rescheduled them. Judy at PMRI will definitely work with you on the payment for classes. And if money is the issue, make 1 Dr. appt for each pay day. Thats what I had to do. Good luck. You will meet many wonderful people on your journey.

Hi Stacey, Actually, you have an alternative to PRMI - St. Francis $400. Hope it helps. You really need a mind and spirit connection Stacey. As a nurse I assume you already know all the possibilities. I put my trust in God first and everything else fell in place. The only real help you need is already inside of you, step out and let her free!