Tomorrow afternoon I will be interviewing for a chance at a GIGANTIC promotion. Although I am totally qualified for the position, I wouldn't have dreamed of throwing my name in the hat 3 months ago. The weight-loss and ability to control my eating has given me that much confidence.

Part of me is terrified but another part is so grateful that I've found the confidence to pursue these opportunities I've let pass for too long. Getting the call that I made it to the interview stage is one NSV, actually facing the THIRTEEN member interview panel will be another. Actually getting the job? Beyond my wildest expectations!

To those contemplating this surgery, I would say that the greatest benefit to this surgery beyond the weight loss is the confidence and self assurance you find on the other side.

YOU GO!!!! YOU GO!!!! YOU GO!!!! YOU ROCK BIG TIME GIRL!!! NOW THATS HOW YOU GO AND KICK SOME ASS!!! Congratulations, I am sooooooooo happy for you.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I knew you would.

Oh Amanda, congratulations on your promotion... I can almost see your smile from here! =]

Woohoo!!!! Sweet!!!!

YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!

Thanks all! I used to be a notorious food celebrator, so I'm learning new ways. I have to admit the new ways may be a lot more expensive... but I really needed that gorgeous gray leather office bag from Coach (it was the Outlet Store and marked down ridiculously).

That is awesome!!

Congrats!!

Kelly