Introduction ... Surgery on the 28th!

Hi Candace!!  I also understand exactly what you mean about living again.  Even at 250 pounds, I was an extremely active person but when I went over 300, it was like my life stopped.  Just in the last year, I packed on over 50 pounds and it has taken a toll on all aspects of my life.  I get tired doing everything, I can't fit in most chairs that have arms, I don't want to get dressed and do anything.  It's no way to live.  I just had my surgery on the 9th and it all went well.  I am not regretting my decision at all.  Congrats on making this choice and going through all that it takes to get here... Its definitely a journey. :-)

congrats on your surgery date!  My thoughts are with you for a fast and safe recovery.  DS is going to get you there forsure!  Get ready for an amazing ride and so much change.  Try to make as many changes as you can now.  After you won't have a choice.  You'll have to let go.  I used to cry a month after surgery wondering what I did to myself.  I couldn't eat to cover up every single emotion I ever had.  That is the hardest part.  You can do this.  Please keep us up to date with how you are doing.

Welcome! I'm new, too. 

Thanks to all of you for such sweet replies!!!! I'm getting nervous but also extremely excited! I work two doubles on the weekends so I'll be around more during the week. I really look forward to getting to know everyone here. I already feel very welcome here.

Hiya Candace,

So glad you found us!  I can't wait to follow your journey!

Hope you had a great weekend,

Nathalie

 Candace   You so blessed to be able to get the surgery.  It feel horrible to be trapped in a body you feel you have no control over and the depression that comes with being 400 pounds.  Know that you are loved and that new world will open up to you.  Bless you.   Know that only good things coming your way.