New to the Board

Hello, I'm new to this board, too. Previously, I had only found our state (WA) board, which has several very inspirational profile postings. I'm very pre-op, with just an initial surgeon appointment scheduled, and unsure, yet, whether or not my insurance will cover this for me. I fit the criteria, but I know it's all in His hands. Last night I attended my first support group meeting in our area, and they mentioned several boards, this being one that was mentioned. Today I updated my profile, and after picking and entering interests, I found that message boards appeared for each interest I selected. Given that I selected Christianity as an interest, this board appeared as an option. When I first started thinking about and researching this surgery a couple of months ago, I met with our pastor for advice. She was 100% supportive, as is my husband, although he also has questions and concerns. Just this evening I read through "Momma Angel's" profile -- what a struggle she had, but she gave it all over to Him, and conquered the power that food had in her life. For me, that is the bottom line -- whether or not it's His will for me to have the surgery remains yet to be seen, but until I can totally surrender my food issues to Him, He can't fill the "God-hole" in me that I sometimes mistake for a "food-hole". Good to meet you all -- we'll all keep praying for each other, and everyone else, as well! Thanks for being there, Susan Peverly

Susan Welcome to this board. It's kinda difficult to find this site. I wish there was an easier way to find out about it. Anyway I jsut wanted to welcome you and pray that you will continue to come back. I believe you will have lots of wisdom to share. I loved what you said about the God-hole that we some times mistake for the food-hole. It's good to be reminded of that. Blessings Geri

Dianne, WELCOME to this board. It's so nice to have you here. I'm praying that this board will grow and grow. I believe one day that will happen. I will pray for you daily on battling with the insurance. With God anything is possible. Blessings Geri

Hi I am also new to this board. But I am so glad I found it! I am researching WLS. I look forward to this forum growing. Tasha