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I got a call from the marketing director of the hospital yesterday and they asked me to be the Spokesgirl for the Bariatric program!! They said they will pay for professional before and after photos, be on posters and write a blog about my journey. I have not committed myself to it yet, but I feel honored they asked me!!

I get sleeved next Thursday, June 18! It's coming up so fast!! I am 24 years old and am currently around 263 lbs.

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That is so cool! Are you going to do it?

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What an exciting opportunity to document such a life changing event!

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Thanks! I want to. I asked if there was any compensation but probably not...that's ok, the opportunity is a great one! :)

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Congratulations! I call opportunities like that "Resume Bait:" Especially since you are young, you should grab every opportunity you can handle, to do tasks and activities that are out of the ordinary for you. The next time you refresh your resume, you add any of these new accomplishments. It is a process that works and can often be that edge that sets you out from the crowd.

Also, a prime skill to have for any job is public speaking. Addressing small groups is a great way to get comfortable with talking in front of the room. I hope you take this gift that is being offered to you. Good luck and may it boost your career in a positive way for the rest of your life.

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I say "go for it"!!! How exciting!! You can pave the way and help so many others with your story!

I wish you the best whichever you choose to do!!

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Thanks guys for your support!

Your right Miss Mac, it is a great opportunity to build my resume; which is perfect because I am going to graduate from college next year.

I think I will go for it! I emailed the photographer yesterday and am so excited to get photos taken! I just have to figure out what to wear...lol

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Thats pretty special!

If you choose to do, make sure you post photos here on a weekly basis :)

-RC-

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So I talked to the manager and they will be paying me for the blogs and take me shopping for new outfits and get photographed. I'm nervous for my surgery though! I will definitely post on here, you guys are so supportive!!

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All of that and some jingle in your pocket, too! Congratulations.

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How cool!!

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