New to this part of the site

Hi folks.. Just wanted to drop a note to say that I'm new to this part of the site. I've posted a couple of times on the Main Message board. I've also done a couple of postings of answers in the Q&A as well. I have recently come to terms with my identity and have come out, with the exception of my family. I am still feeling them out to get an idea of how they would handle me as a lesbian. Most of my friends know, and for the most part, they accept me still. I know that my dad knew, because he would always call me out on it. As for my WLS, I will be two years post on this coming Saturday. (The 21st.) The day I met my surgeon, I was 488 lbs. I take my day of surgery weight from my nutrition class and psych evaluation appointment, which was 480 lbs. Today, I'm at 270. So I've managed to drop 210 lbs. This didn't come easy for me. I was a converted Lap to Open, I had a wound infection that lasted for 5 months, and I also had gallstones that required my surgeon to remove it at 13 1/2 months post. For now I am single. I do chat a lot on AOL when I'm not supporting. (There may be times where I chat and do support at the same time.) I have often said that WLS was the best move I've made. It has been, but it takes a close second to coming to terms with your identity and accepting it. Coming to terms with myself has been hard, but rewarding. Anyhow.. that's me.

Hi Margaret, Welcome. I think you will find some very sweet souls here. A

Hey twin you arejust everywhere spreading joy huh?

Actually, I made the post on the other board really late Sunday Night. After checking out Ruth's advice, I decided to post. it's been good so far. LOL