Ready for Change . . .

Sep 28, 2009

So tomorrow I go visit my Primary Care Physician to have the "talk" about my interest in Weight Loss Surgery.  So far, this doctor (which was recommended by a friend who supported her during her Bariatric Surgery) seems amicable to the idea and she also happens to be a "healthy" African-American woman as well.  This will make my 2nd visit to see her.  I was originally on the fence about the WLS surgery during my 1st vist with her, but now I think I am ready to make that step.  Ive become comfortable with the length of the process (for now).  At this point, I am ready for change (in my Obama-esque tone)

I, along with my sister, hosted our family retreat here in town over the weekend (which was great, btw) and I just learned this morning that one of my cousins (who went to the retreat) posted the pictures on her Facebook page.  Posting the pictures isnt a big deal, but she tagged me in all pictures I was in.  Much to my dismay, all of my tagged pictures were something aweful.  Well they didnt look that bad (Im so critical of myself) but I zoned in on all the problem areas on each photo.  I am so ready for this surgery.

Everyone is telling me I dont need this surgery and saying that I can lose weight the traditional way. Unfortunately those people DO NOT know my struggle.  If they only knew.  The bright side is some of my friends and family have been supportive, but some are still leary. And thats okay, because I know they only want the best for me.   I think I carry my weight well. I get compliments from men and women all the time.  And I know that I am an attractive women (my self esteem doesnt suffer too often) but I want to look great all the time.

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