Wow ....this is me exactly...well mostly!

bleumonique
on 1/13/11 3:42 am - los angeles, CA
"I had bariatric surgery for myself, but my choice affected many, many people. Of course, I didn’t consider how my decision would affect my family, friends, or co-workers because, in my mind, I was the only one affected by my obesity. I was the only one who couldn’t bend over to tie my shoes, walk around the block, fit in a restaurant booth, or have my picture taken. I was the only one with the aches and pains, limited shoe and clothing options, and poor health"

http://www.obesityhelp.com/content/Serving-Others.html

What an eye opening experience this has been for me.  Funny thing is I too felt so well, and so very much too focused on myself, that volunteering made a big difference in my life.  I'm better with people, communicate better and like myself a lot more.  There were some small sacrafices, but in the end very worth it.
http://www.meetup.com/Lap-Band-Meetup/
Highest weight: 275; Consult: 265; 2 wks Pre-Op (5-14-10): 255;  current weight (9-26-11):
 
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Largest Size: 24; Pre-Op Size (5-14-10): 20; Current Size (9-26-11): 14
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