I was banded 9/11. I'm thrilled! My anxiety on the days leading into the surgery make me laugh now. The pain wasn't that bad, and the shakes didn't make me gag.

Here are a few things I've figured out about me in the last two weeks:

1. I have no regrets.

2. I have TONS of will power that is just pouring out of my soul. And I don't resent what I can't have right now.

3. My sense of humor is still fully in place.

4. I actually no longer care who knows that I've had surgery. This is the biggest surprise of all. I was telling no one. I was nervous about coming back to work and having to answer questions about why I was out. Now, if they ask...I just start spilling it. It's funny.

5. I have the BEST friends and family. I already knew this, but just thought I'd say it anyway

6. I WANT this so badly. I think that's why it's not been as hard as I thought it would be. Don't get me wrong. I've had my moments. But, in all...I'm happy.

I'm sure more things will come to me as the days progress. More little revelations about me. More little secrets coming to the surface. But, it's a journey that I'm so happy to be on.

Have a great day!