New Member and Desperate-UPDATE!

Hello everyone!

First of all, I just have to sincerely thank each and every person that replied to my post with such an overwhelming sense of kindness and acceptance, it meant more to me then I can every really explain.

Last night I awoke with frightening and severe chest pain, my mother rushed me to the hospital and after many tests and medication, the docotr feels I most likely had a mild heart attack, that more then anything really cemented my decision to have WLS, it was like one of my worstnightmares had came true. The best thing that came of it was I got up the courage to tell my mother about my decision, she told me she fully supports me 100% and that she is very proud of me for doing what I feel is best for my health and well being. Its such a relief to know I have her support, the logical part of me knew she would support and love me as she always had, but the frightened part of me was less sure.

I feel world's better knowing I have support at home, and the obvious support I've already received here has strengthened my spirit immensely, I'm really ready to start the process toward WLS, first stop, off to my PCP!

Shonda

Wow Shonda!  I am sorry this happened, you'll be in my thoughts and prayers.  Please take care of yourself and good luck on your journey.  Feel free to ask anything you need to , we all have plenty of opinions/answers.

Take care.
Ellen

((((Shonda)))),

Honey, I'm so sorry to hear that you had such a scare, but I'm glad that it wasn't severe, that you survived it and that you found that your mother is and will be your best support.

Wishing you better health,

Barb

Hey Shonda!  You and I are neighbors, girl!!!  So sorry I missed your first post but glad I caught this one!  Welcome to our neck of the woods!  And please don't hesitate to reach out to me if there is anything I can do.  Hell, it's even a local call!!!

Thank goodness you are ok and that your mom is supporting your decision.  I don't think you will regret it.

Shonda

I'm so glad that things turned out alright for you and thru this you have found a way to tell your Mother and gain her blessing.  With her knowing, it is one burden you don't have to carry. It sounds like you AND your Mother are very stong women!  Charge!!!!!!!! Also, your Mother is MORE than welcome to join us if you decide to come to our support meetings!

Nancy

Shonda - You literally had a "wake up call" So sorry to hear this and I hope that you follow up with your PCP. Best wishes on your journey and it's so great to hear of your mom's support!
 

OMG Shonda,
That is some scarry stuff you went through.
Heed the warning and do what you need to do to help yourself.
The first step is the hardest but once you take it you will be on the road to a better and healthier life.
                                      Love & Light,
                                           Annie

OMG Shonda! I just responded to your previous post and hadn't seen this one yet.
I am SOOOO happy that you are ok. Please take good care of yourself. We're here for you.
xoxo
Mare

Hi Shonda.. sorry to hear about your experience.  Good luck in your WLS journey!!!  Please keep us posted!!!

Sweetheart, that had to have been so scary for you!  I am astounded at the timing and very glad it wasn't any worse.  {{{Hugs!}}}

So glad you have garnered the courage to forge on with this life-changing decision and I'm especially glad you're mom is on board with you!  Will be anxious to hear how things go with your PCP.