Carl,

Congrats on making the final decision to move forward and for the extra info you provided.

Think of this in a different light, it is never a last resort. As most times no matter what it is in life that we think of as a "Last resort" the out come sucks!

Think of this as a "New beginning" "Rebirth" as you take control fully over your life and move it forward. You will once again enjoy the game of hunting etc.. and do it well! You will get so much back and give so much out to others.

Congrats for taking on the challenge and be ready for all the emotional,physical and mental changes that will happen.

I have yet to look back and wish I had not done the surgery- I love life!
Hang on tight it is one hell of a ride!
Kelly/tink

haha I really should have thought about that before my post. Sorry about that.

Let's see. I just turned 31, i've been big since I was little. Tons of diets along with diet drugs have lost me a few pounds only to come right back. This most recent time just seemed to crush me.

The weight has led(like so many others can attest too) high blood pressure along with all sorts of other aches and pains. I've had to give up my love of hunting and hiking due to it.

And thank you very much for the welcome. I joined the site a few years back, but I just had to give a diet one last try, so I didn't really venture here much. Guess I considered this path my last resort.

Carl,
Welcome aboard!

Getting the old ball a rolling will be just one of the speed bumps you will hit. Once you get past the first couple you will get the hang of it, have faith.

Care to tell us a little bit about yourself, please do so. We are a small group on this board but we do show support. We have people from each different walk that are usually willing to offer suggetsions or lend an ear.

Look forward to hearing more
Have a great Friday/ Holiday weekend
Kelly/tink

I will bring mine
Steph

I am hoping to be there.  It is my daughter's b-day but she has dance at 7pm so I'll be there as soon as I can :)