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I am new to this forum, but have appreciated ALL that I have read. Decided I would introduce myself.

I am 39 yrs old with 3 small children and a business to run. At my highest a few days ago, I was 292 lbs at 5 ft. 11 inches.

NOT a great place to be on the scale! I have battled my weight since I was 12 years old...and lost until now. I AM READY TO WIN!!!

I have done every diet there is...and lost on it. At last count, I have lost 60 to 90 pounds in 6 months at least 7 times over the past 12 years.

Yep, I am great at "dieting." Sticking to it....that is the problem. I have been contemplating a Sleeve for 2 years and finally am ready to do it!

SOOOOOO excited and looking forward to having the sleeve as a great tool to help me KEEP OFF the pounds. I know I could lose it other ways...but I look at the Sleeve as my

insurance policy to keeping the weight off and living a healthy life for my kids, husband and for God's plan for me too!!

Although I do not have to start my pre-op diet until the 10th, I am starting today. I am looking forward to so many things...especially the energy it takes to keep up with my kiddos!

And....OH! Bending over and still being able to breathe would be great too!!! LOL!

I have loved all your stories and hope to be a beacon of light on this forum for others...as you all have been for me!

PS. scale reads 286 this AM on May 2nd, 2011....and so the journey begins!

Sleeve with Dr. Nick Nicholson scheduled for May 24, 2011 YAY!!! Joan

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Your screen name says it all. Congrats on your upcoming surgery date!

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