I'm Really Doing It!

[RachelC 15]

Hi everyone! I'm Rachel, I'm 29 years old and I am looking forward to my first surgical consult visit on 8/2. I'm so excited and nervous and anxious and basically, you name the emotion and I'm feeling it.

I have struggled with my weight forever... diet after diet, workout after workout, three kids and 300 pounds later, here I am. I was getting to a point where I felt totally and completely helpless over my weight. I would step on the scale and think... when did this happen? How did I let myself get here? I don't want to believe that those numbers represent who I am and how people see me. It is truly depressing and I don't want to live like that anymore!

I am so blessed to have a supportive husband who has loved me unconditionally even when I didn't love myself, three beautiful children who I would do anything for, and extended family and friends who want me to be successful in my journey. I am so ready to start over, LIVE my life, ENJOY my children, and most importantly, be around to watch them grow up!

I am really excited to have found this forum and connect with others who are on the same journey!

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Hello and welcome!!

First, congratulations on your decision! You attitude is wonderfully optimistic and it will help you so much through this journey. The fact you have such a supportive family will help, too.

Best wishes!

[TinaJoy 4]

Hey Rachel..... I feel like I'm reading my own history when I read your post. Except your 10 years younger and about 50 lbs lighter lol... I just started my adventure into lapband and a healthier life. I'm scared, nervous and excited. I wish you ALL the luck in the world. My seminar is this Friday. Already gathered all my medical records and started my 6 month weight loss with dr. supervision. Looks like we are doing it around the same time..... We will both have WONDERFUL success... I just know it lol

Tina

[lassie 247]

God Bless both of you I will keep you in my prayers

Lassie