Hi my name is Linda and I am soooo excited to finally be here. I am 50 and live in northern Louisiana. My weight has fluctuated for about the last 25 years. I am at my highest weight ever now and I am sick of that roller coaster ride. I have been wanting to have the sleeve for a couple of years and since my insurance doesn't pay for it I have put it off. I don't have a surgery date yet but will be meeting with my surgeon on 6/2/11.

That is awesome, congrats for getting the courage to take that step. Welcome to the forum!

Welcome Linda!

Congrats on taking the leap to a healthier and happier you!

Keep us posted on your journey.

Kelly

Hi Linda!!! Congratulations on beginning your journey! I too am new to this. I would have never considered the choice I am making without the courage of the ladies on here. I am planning to have my surgery in Mexico with Dr. Kelly because, I too, am paying out of pocket. I don't know if that is something you would ever consider but these ladies on here that have had surgery performed by Dr. Kelly have not had one negative word to say about him. Either way you decide--CONGRATS!

Welcome Linda! I commend you on your decision to get healthy. I am 2 weeks post op and all I can say is even during the recovery period (about a week) there was never a time when I wished that I could reverse what I did. Let us share your journey...it really does help to get support from people who have been through this. Good luck to you! YaY Linda!!