Hi everyone,
I sort of lurked around a little before signing up, but decided today would be the day I'd sign up and finally introduce myself. I'm Jen, married to DH Greg, and we have one son (4 years old).
I've been overweight most of my life, but really started to gain alot about 11 years ago. I've done several diets and lost weight only to gain that and then some back (as most here I'm sure can relate).
Last year, my Dad was on the verge of a heart attack and had to be rushed in for surgery to place a stent. Then my Uncle (Dad's brother) passed away at Christmas due to heart problems. Not to mention my Dad found out he is a diabetic last year.
So all of this has really scared me into action. I'll be 30 in a year and a half and I don't want to see another 10 years go by and be as unhealthy as I am now.
I've already contacted my insurance company (BCBS of MN) and they will cover the surgery if I have 1 year of documented weight programs and a BMI of 40. Well, I don't have the 1 year of documented programs. I've always tired the fad diets.
Well, I've made this long enough. I look forward to talking to everyone and learning more about how this new way of life works.
