EVOLUTION_GURL
Where to begin ....
I have been heavy, overweight, big, fat, thick since I can remember. Actually , since I was about 8 years old.
I am currently 39 y/o. Truly, being big never bothered me before. My theory was always "love me as I am!"
But unfortunately, as many others , I started to notice in the last 5 years or so, that I have NOT been able to do
many activities without becoming winded or have pain. Let me not get started on the pain.
On my 25Th birthday - I broke , no shattered my ankle. Two surgeries and many pounds later - I have pain daily. Not to mention respiratory issues (ie, sleep apnea) , joint pain, heartburn/acid reflux and an assortment of ailments.
I am 5'6. I am currently at 288 lbs with a BMI of 47. Wow, I can not believe I have gotten to this weight. Never would I have thought I would reach such a monstrous weight! I remember being in my teens thinking - well at least I don't weigh
200lbs. Then, when I hit and passed 200, I thought well at least I don't weigh 250? Now , I can not believe WOW - 288lbs!!
I am currently in a relationship. My honey is very sweet to me ,he thinks I am phenomenal ! I love him .. we laugh , joke and really enjoy being together. To him my weight is not a factor. In fact, when ever I make a comment on how big I am , he becomes a little upset with me for putting myself down. He is not against me going thru with my surgery , but feels I don't need it. I keep reminding him this is for me. For a better quality of life , not to be on the cover of a magazine. I would like to be able to tie my shoes without losing my breath?! He just wants me to be happy - He says if this is how , then he is behind me 100% of the way !
I am currently approved for my WLS on 11/25/2008. My surgeon is Dr. David Dyer. I am super stoked!
more to come... Evolution_Gurl
