Soreadyforthis

I was slim and tiny my entire child and young adulthood. I was married at age 24 and weighed 112 pounds. When I got pregnant with my first child 2 years later I weighted 130. I was still okay with my weight at that point since I was so slim (almost too skinny) for most of my life.

Three children later I weighed 155 and was not happy with my weight. I had a fourth child and through breast feeding I landed at 140. I was thrilled at that weight at age 33.

From there I gradually gained weight to get to where I am now...248 pounds at age 48. Thought that journey I have done Weight Watchers (a million times, I am even a lifetime member) and LA Weightloss. I was successful on both at different times but always quit before I reached my goal (except that one time at WW's early on). Every time I would gain that weight back and more.

I have high blood pressure right now and arthritis in my joints (I've already had a total knee replacement) and I have a herniated disc, and I am pre-diabetic, all likely related to my weight. Amazingly, by cholesterol is good. I don't understand how that can be true! My gall bladder and liver are fine and my heart is healthy too.

My mother died at age 54 from a massive heart attack. I don't want that to be. I also don't want to suffer these aches and pains for the rest of my life. And, I will admit, looking nice and being able to shop in regular clothing stores for cute things is something I really miss!

Although I don't live in New Jersey, Governor Christie inspired me when he had lapband surgery in February this year. I started researching and made an appointment at the Cleveland Clinic, and hear I am. On the verge of finishing my required 3 month diet (for my insurance company and about ready to submit for insurance approval.
I'm so ready for this!!