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Just wanted to introduce myself. My long history at weight loss and gain loss is similar to most everyone here. I was divorced 4 years ago after 20 years of marriage. It was the most painful thing I have ever endured. That loss of a family unit was devastating to me. Although he never came out and said it was my weight I always knew in my heart that it was some of the reason. But still I did not try to do anything about it. I am an RN and it was seeing the illness of my obese patients. In addition the difficulty moving them and the ability for them to move themselves not to mention the odor that made me realize this could be me one day. I don't won't to live the last 20 or 30 years of my life a miserable mess. So here I am. At first I wasn't going to tell a soul. Mostly ashamed that I had to go to such extremes to lose weight. But then I decided I need to be accountable and need the support I knew my family and friends would give me. I am even going to go to a local support group and be active here. All in which I feel will be positive influences on this journey. So look forward to chatting with everyone.

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You will find a lot of support and information on this site.

Good luck on your journey.

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This site is full of positive, encouraging ppl that are here to help you. You have nothing to be ashamed about, you should be proud of yourself for taking this step,b/c believe me, it's not easy...good luck to you on your journey

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Hi you shouldn't be ashame you are taking charge of the situation and making a brave decision to change your health. I am hoping that you have a speedy recovery. Then when you get healthy I hope you run into your EX and his mouth is watering with desire and I hope you have handsome gentlemen on your arm :D

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Welcome to your new life. Every journey begins with just one step. I am excited for you!

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Welcome! I am 8 days post op. This has been far more challenging than expected -- that pre-op diet is something! :)

But I am excited for the days ahead. This is a new start for us!! Hang in there!!

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