rachelmartinez

I have been overweight for most of my life.  From the age of 15, I started to gain weight and although I managed to keep my weight stable throughout high school, I steadily gained weight.  As I grew older, my weight slowly crept up and it was hard for me to see it until I was out of control.  Although some people don't  seem bothered by being overweight, my weight has seriously affected my life.  I feel embarrassed and I dread running into classmates and friends I haven't seen in a long time.  The daily aches and pains from carrying so much weight has made my life such a struggle.  My surgery is scheduled for October 18, 2011.