well so it begins!

[JamieLynn77 1]

hi everyone! my name is Jamie and I am single mom from Illinois! :thumbup: I took my very first step towards a new me! I have am scheduled to see my bariatric surgeon in November. Very nervous! And I read some of the posts before I signed up lol so everyone here seems awesome. I am just looking for a great support group for this very long journey!

[Brian66 85]

Good luck to you, JamieLynn!

I have found this site to be a great source of information and support. I was sleeved on July 13th and as of this morning, I am down almost 75 lbs from my first pre-op visit to the surgeon. I lost 15 lbs pre-op and have lost almost 60 since the surgery. I have no regrets and this has been the best decision I've made in a long time.

I am a single parent too, having lost my wife to cancer in 2007. Although I was concerned about what would happen to my kids if I should experience any complications from the surgery, I ultimately came to the conclusion that my weight was putting my health at much greater risk that the surgery would.

I would encourage you to read as many posts as possible and don't hesitate to ask questions.

Again, good luck!

Brian:thumbup:

[GayleSBennett 0]

Congratulations and welcome! I'm so excited to learn about you and your new adventure. I just had mine done on Friday. We'll learn together =)

[GayleSBennett 0]

@ Brian.. you're doing fantastic. I know your kids are so thankful to have their daddy back. =)

[cyclemom 0]

Hi Jamielynn - WELCOME, and congratulations on your decision. It's amazing the amount of information and support this site has given those that are looking at changing their lives. I've discovered once your take the first step things start to roll quickly. Keep posting and again congratulations!

Cyclemom:biggrin0:

[Dansha 16]

Welcome, Jamie

Best of luck to you on your decision to be a new you. One the best things you can do for yourself and your children.

The support system here is awesome,so ask any question you may have cuz someone will probably have an answer.

Please keep us posted with your progress. Good luck!!!!

Deb

[wannalise 15]

Welcome! This board was a lifeline for me both pre and post op (still is actually), there is really a lot of information, but mostly you can take great comfort in the fact that even though the rest of the people in your life will try to be supportive, they can't fully understand what you will experience unless they have been there. Please keep going and know that you've got lots of cheerleaders right here to support you.

Anna

[JamieLynn77 1]

@ brian--sorry for your loss, but good for u to make such a big decision! :lol0:

and thanks to everyone for the warm welcome and good wishes. i am very excited and cant hardly wait to see my dr for the first time. it is the only time i wish that the clock would move faster :lol0: