Gloria T.
Hello Everyone! 
I have decided to join this community because today I met with Dr. McDaniel for the first time.
I have been big all my life and many a times have I tried to do something about my weight. Temporarily, I have felt relieved when I've seen the pounds melt off and the cute clothes start to fit again. After a while, my will power dwindles and I end up where I started only with a couple of more pounds on my frame. This is how I got to weighing 245 lbs.
In 2006 I was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes and my whole world seemed to crumble. 
I felt like I was going to die because I know what complications it can lead to. My mom has so many health problems and I don't want to go through that.
Last year, one of my close friend and a coworker had surgery. I was able to see them a couple of months after their procedure and WOW! 
They looked great, so healthy, and happy. This brought back the desire to have a gastric bypass done because it would be a great tool to reach my goal weight.
I continued to research and before Christmas I decided that 2008 would be the year that I would reach "one-derland." 
I am now in the process of getting evaluated and going through all the pre-requisites so my insurance will approve. I am optimistic and I can't wait to have the procedure done.
