1savior
I'm 44 years old as of August, 2007. I've been married to the same wonderful man I met in high school for 23 years. We have 3 children (all in college!!) and 1 beautiful grand-daughter.
I was never over-weight when I was a child, but looking back, I controlled the effects of my over-eating with over-exercise and unhealthy eating habits (i.e. Dexatrim!). When I got engaged, my husband and I started eating out a lot and the dam started to weaken. My wedding dress just barely fit! After I had my first child, the dam broke! I've lost over 100lbs three times with liquid diets, but gain it all back (and then some!). As most of you, I did Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Atkins, Etc., Etc., Etc. Nothing worked and I didn't find out why until much later.
About 3 years ago, I started seeing someone who helped me understand that I ate to distract myself from things in my life. Looking back, I don't know how I couldn't have seen that I was an emotional eater, but I would have fought anyone tooth and nail to prove I wasn't. So after 3 years of working on myself, I feel it's time to make a permanent change. I prayed and prayed about this surgery, knowing that it is life-changing and I can't go back. I know this is the time and I believe God has led me to this time and space.
My husband, children and extended family are very supportive. I have truly been blessed! I will keep updating my story as it unfolds.
God bless all of you who are looking to have a more abundant life! My prayers are with you!
