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I'm sick & tired of being sick & tired...so I've decided to do something about it. 5 foot 4. 298 lbs. Obesity does not become me!

On March first, I go in for a physical exam and for the initial info session & consult at the bariatric surgeon. I'm assuming that I'll have to start some type of diet, along with the other various tests & counseling along the way. But i'm READY.

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While I am doing this for me - it is ultimately to benefit my family. In particular, my 22 month old daughter that needs her mommy here & healthy to see her grow up and play an active role in her life.

Wish me blessings!!!

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I'm sick & tired of being sick & tired...so I've decided to do something about it. 5 foot 4. 298 lbs. Obesity does not become me!

On March first, I go in for a physical exam and for the initial info session & consult at the bariatric surgeon. I'm assuming that I'll have to start some type of diet, along with the other various tests & counseling along the way. But i'm READY.

n584758673_1309124_8465.jpg

While I am doing this for me - it is ultimately to benefit my family. In particular, my 22 month old daughter that needs her mommy here & healthy to see her grow up and play an active role in her life.

Wish me blessings!!!

I am voting for you. I dont have a child yet but i want one and am the same height and weight a bit more (310lbs.) but I wish you all the luck i can. And she is very prety

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Welcome, Vixen! Thank you for that moving post. You do indeed sound ready. All your suffering and pain will turn into your greatest ally down the road. It will reinforce the decision you have made and deepen your gratification as you move from success to success. My children (I have four: when I was banded two years ago, they were 3,5,7 and 15) were a major incentive for me to take this step. Today, they hardly remember me as ever having been fat, although they occasionaly complain about me no longer having a belly for them to jump on!

Good luck, and keep posting and reading threads here. There's lots of hope, strength and experience here. Good luck,and stay in touch!

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Congratulations on the start of your journey! We are glad that your here. What a sweet little girl, just look at how she is looking at you. I think our children are great motivation. Let us know if we can help you with anything. Leigha

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I'm sick & tired of being sick & tired...so I've decided to do something about it. 5 foot 4. 298 lbs. Obesity does not become me!

On March first, I go in for a physical exam and for the initial info session & consult at the bariatric surgeon. I'm assuming that I'll have to start some type of diet, along with the other various tests & counseling along the way. But i'm READY.

n584758673_1309124_8465.jpg

While I am doing this for me - it is ultimately to benefit my family. In particular, my 22 month old daughter that needs her mommy here & healthy to see her grow up and play an active role in her life.

Wish me blessings!!!

LOTS OF BLESSINGS. HUGS TOO!

Good for you. Great picture! What is your plan for the info session and your consult - What do you want to learn?

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My prayers are with you. I have my first appointment 03/05. Keep us posted.

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