annabella123

After the birth of my daughter in 2002 I was diagnosed with PCOS and Hypothyroid disease.  In the past 6 years I've gained almost 100 pounds.  Over the years I poured money into variouse weightloss programs/centers, fitness facilities/trainers, pills and diet books. Nothing seemed to work so I gave up... I began to lose myself I would turn down family outings and vacations with friends.  Shopping for clothes was torture nothing fit nothing looked good on me. I started to avoid stores and shopping all together. My husband, the most amazing man I've ever met, was always there telling me how beautiful I was and how much he missed the enthusiastic and fun loving person I once was. My breaking point was on June 18, 2009 in a Walmart dressing room.  I had to buy an outfit for a beach wedding in June.  Since I hate shopping I waited until the last minute to buy an outfit.  I tried on a pair of capri's size 18... too small!  Devistated I sat down and cried It all became so clear this was life this is how life was going to be for me.  Something snapped I stood up wiped my eyes got dressed and left Walmart vowing this would be the last summer I would ever be a size 22.  The next day I called Dr. Kim and set up my first appointment.  I'm 5'2 and weigh 235lbs with a BMI of 42.  I was approved for Lap Band surgery.  I started my liquid diet on June 30, 2009.  My surgery date is tomorrow, July 14, 2009!!