HopeFaith

I have struggled with my weight after I stopped playing adult (Over 30) soccer. I was eating the same calories but not running for hours a week. I moved to New Orleans where the food is delicious. Then I moved to north Dallas area where the food was just as delicious. I rarely used my kitchen because I ate out all the time. When my weight hit 270 pounds at 5’ 6” I knew I had to do something. Finally in 2010, at nearly 310 pounds I decided get the lapband...I lost 30 pounds pre-op and 20 pounds post-op.  I failed the band it did not fail me. Great insurance approved first letter. Then in 2012, after watching everyone in support group lose 100s of pounds, I decided to get the sleeve. I lost 87 pounds VERY SLOWLY. Insurance approved within two days the week of Christmas - great insurance. Then, I regained. In June 2018, at 299.6 I got the Duodenal Switch - I’ve lost 126, I wear a size 12-14 and I am thrilled. I’d like to get to 150 pounds...baby steps.