Dinano
I am 59 years old. Like most everyone here, I have been fat most of my life. A few years ago, I decided to get control of my weight, and went on a serious diet and exercise plan. At that time, I had thought about surgery, but it really seemed like the "easy" way out, or like "cheating". Besides, I could do it if I put my mind to it. So, a year later, I was over 100#s lighter. I went from a size 24/26 to a size 12. I felt awesome. My ego went wild.
After a couple of years, I began noticing a few extra pounds. Of course, my instinct was to return to diet and exercise. Nothing! I just figured I must have been doing something wrong, so I continued to struggle. Nothing! Ok, so it wasn't going anywhere, so I just gave up. In a matter of 2 years I was up about 20lbs. Very disappointed in myself, but not the end of the world.
Until November 16 of 2009. I awoke at 6am to get ready for work. Had some pain in my chest? Then more, then more. To make a long story short, I had a massive heart attack. Completely blocked artery. Then came the medications. Tons of them and with each medication, more weight. The Dr. said the heart attack was due to my smoking habit, so I stopped smoking. Guess what happened? More weight. And there I was 100 lbs heavier. Back where I started.
So, not feeling well, having problems with any exercise, and starving, I decided to go to an informational meeting on WLS. After listening closely, and reading everything I could get my hands on, I decided to move forward. This will not be the "easy" way out, nor will I be cheating. This is going to save my life if all goes well. I have met with the surgeon twice, and am now awaiting a date.
As I move forward on this quest, I will keep this updated.
