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I'm Almost 50.

I've been Heavy since 2003.

Obese since 2003.

The years between 2003 and 2013 were Mixed with periods of overweight, weight loss with Atkins diet, then weight gain to morbidly obese, at 253 pounds. Then, weight loss again to achieve overweight status with b-12 shots and appetite suppressants to now---once again---

obese. Battle-battle-battle

Obesity is in my family as well as diabetes & heart disease. I lost my father this past April to heart disease.

I have high blood pressure & I am borderline diabetic,

now I have new severe back pain and ailments coming out of seemingly nowhere.

But, the "nowhere" is bad health and it finally got my attention.

Researched options including lap-bands in 2012

Sleeved 2/25/2013

The rest of the story...will be Great Success (and I will keep you posted) through the support of my family, consideration of my clients and support from forums like Vertical Sleeve Talk. We were born into a community because we all need each other.

I LOVE what I do. I am a Licensed TX Broker & :rolleyes: Realtor and I am the happiest girl in the world. I am ready to give more to my community and really live life to the fullest. I am very grateful for this opportunity and do not intend to squander it

My life goals:

To Breathe life where ever I go.

To Give the gift of encouragement.

To live with incredible passion so that "Life itself" continues to be THE most amazing lover I've ever had ! (Copyright)

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congrats on taking control of your life.... and you will achieve the goals set out for you!!

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obese. Battle-battle-battle - very grateful for this opportunity and do not intend to squander it

Realtor

Welcome Welcome Newbie :)

you are starting your 2nd week with your new friend - the sleeve :)

since you didn't mention otherwise - you probably are doing ok with your recuperation??? :)

"that" great success you spoke of - i see B) through my chrystal ball - you will definitely do great :)

thanx for sharing your story :)

good luck

continued speedy recovery :)

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Thanks Vogue and proudgrammy!

it is the best to receive encouragement here!

and btw, way to go "ProudGrammy" helping out the newbie who got her "head chopped off" for asking a question that was probably "already covered" in some thread. Seriously. You "did good" That was one of the first things I saw and I wasn't t certain that this forum was the safe place for dialogue I had imagined. Nice save! ;)

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