Congratulations, Im currently sitll completing my Dr. Visits. It has been a long process for me. But I am 38 years old and have not lived in 13 years, I know exactly what you mean when you stated life is passing you by. I cant wait to I get approved so that I can have a life. I just feel my life is not what i should be, I want to be happy and enjoy life with my 13 year old. And feel beautiful again. Im currently 5'2 and 268 pounds, and looking forward to not complaining about my feet or blood pressure. I take full blame for my situation now, but like you I'm tired of feeling sorry for myself and working on doing something about it. It was very inspiring reading you post.