I've been a lurker on this site for a few months as I've been going through my pre-op phase. I never joined or shared my story because I think I believed that it somehow wouldn't work out. Well, yesterday I completed the last 2 components of my check list - the Mental Health and Nutrition evaluations. I got a call back from my surgeon today that they both agree that I'm an excellent candidate and that he would like to schedule me for November 1!

I have struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember. I've literally never been a healthy weight - I don't even know what my body looks like "healthy". I turn 30 in mid-October and am the blessed wife of an active duty Coastie and loving mama to 2 rambunctious babies - an almost 3 year old and an 18 month old. Prior to becoming a mama, I was a career obsessed nurse. I truly have spent my life in service to others. Now, I know I need to take some time to do this for myself.

So, I'm excited to be here and bring on 11-1-13!

congradulations on getting the date, Hope everything goes well. will be waiting for the updates