runningagain
Tammy's Timeline:
1986: I was running outdoor, indoor and cross country track. Averaging 3 miles a day. Wt. 120
1988: Graduated from high school. Wt. 150
1990: Graduated from college. Wt. 190
1992: Got married. Wt. 180 (was up to over 200).
1994: Wt. 220, Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism
1997: Wt. 240, Got pregnant with baby #1.
1999: Wt. 245, Got pregnant with baby #2.
2004: Wt. 260, Got pregnant with baby #3.
2008: Wt. 305, Started researching weight loss, made decision
I never would have dreamed that I would see the big 300 on the scale. 305 was my highest ever and it made me feel absolutely terrible. As the years have gone by, I have somehow continued to see the numbers increase while telling myself that I don't really look that bad. I carry my weight well. Sounds like denial doesn't it?
Being an emotional eater, I have turned to food over the years to comfort me, numb pain, and celebrate happiness. Food was always something to look forward to. Almost like a high for me.
December 2007 was when I made the decision to have surgery to help me to finally get the weight off and keep it off. I submitted my application and went for my first appointment February 14, 2008. I initially wanted to have the Lapband, but the Dr. and nurse said you lose more with the RNY. They said if I wanted the Lapband, they'd do it, but the RNY would be better for me because I have a lot of weight to lose.
