Before Photo

If I look miserable in this photo, it's because I am. The day before this I stepped wrong off of a 6 inch high porch and broke my left ankle and sprained my right one at the same time. I didn't find out however until after this photo was taken. I wasn't going to miss my first appointment for this weight loss program. I had waited  almost two months to get in for my consultation. Afterwards, I went for x-rays and then for my walking cast. My little ankles couldn't handle my weight anymore; I have never reached 5 feet tall. I get my genes from my little, rolly, pooly papa sitting there. He was my driver that day and took excellent care of me through my ankle ordeal and after surgery. He's a great man and I love him with all my heart. You need a good support system throughout this process.  My decision wasn't based entirely in vanity. I had three comorbidities along with my BMI of 39.6 when I started. My insurance company found in my favor for a medical necessity. And now, I am no longer on high blood pressure meds. I am no longer taking medicine for acid reflux, and I expect to get off my high cholesterol meds the next time I have blood work.  In less than two weeks I will be posting my 1 year picture from that day. I will be four months post op and am definitely not miserable anymore.