dawnfu63
In Feb of 2005, at 260 plus lbs, I decided to have gastric bypass surgery. After trying all of the traditional routes, losing weight, regaining even more weight, since I was a child, I decided I had to take a drastic measure. I felt that not only was I suffering (rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia) but my marriage was also suffering. My husband was embarrassed to be seen with me. Our love life was none existent, etc, etc. I felt that this was the best thing I could do for myself.
My friends and family all gave me the emotional support and encouragement that I needed. The only two that did not was of all people, my husband and my niece (who is like my child, I have had guardianship of her since she was a child and she is now 20). They were of course the 2 most important people that I needed the support from. But, as I said, I made this decision primarily for me. I knew it was the right thing to do and I have not regretted one moment of it.
I had my surgery in March of 2006 and weighed 262 pounds. It is currently Oct of 2008 and I NOW WEIGH 118. I love it. I have not had any problems. I can eat pretty much anything I want and it does not bother me. I can't eat more than a couple of bites, but that is the name of the game.
My only wish is that I could afford plastic surgery. My insurance does not cover this and I do have quite a bit of hanging skin on my stomach and thighs. Hopefully, one day I will be able to get this taken care of.
And just an update on the husband supporting me, he still, after 2 years and losing over 150 pounds has even said, you look good today. I know, What a jerk! He is going to be out of the picture soon.
That's my story, please email me if you need to talk or have any questions. I prefer [email protected]. Bye.