gracierose

I have been a "yoyo" dieter since my late teens.  Losing and gaining in 5-10-15 pound increments, always gaining the weight back with some extra for good measure.  I'm ashamed to be seen in public and have been isolating myself, dare I run int someone I know.  I am an RN of all things who is in the business of promoting health and wellness.  I am finding it more and more difficult to do my job which can be physcially and mentally challenging.  My knees are bad, I'm winded, fatigued, depressed and bloated,  My husband has Parkinson's Disease and needs me more than ever.  I just want to do the things I enjoy like walking, bike riding and chasing the kids around in my extended family.  Through most hoops as of 8/31.  Waiting for insurance approval.  Turns out I did not need to wait for approval since it is automatic with BMI of 40+.  Surgery is scheduled for 10/2!  Doing well and feel great. No regrets!