ChelsieMo
my first blog
Nov 21, 2010
Well, I finally worked up the courage to be open about my wants/needs when it comes to weight loss surgery. I opened up to my husband about why I not only want but think I NEED surgery at this point. I was thrilled with his reaction. He supports me 110%!!! Wow, what a lucky girl! It was probably the hardest conversation I have ever started. While it's my husband I was confiding in, I think it was hardest to face myself. I have never talked about my fears associated with being obese, the strong desire I have to get surgery, and requesting for help is something I don't normally do. When I told my husband that getting surgery would involve me being in the hospital overnight...possibly for more than one night. His answer was, 'I can take care of our daughter...I know how to make mac 'n' cheese.' Commense the waterworks! I think it was mostly caused by the huge weight lifted off my shoulders just by talking to someone else about it. It's something that runs through my head all day every day, but it's been bottled up...I don't allow people to see my vulnerabilities. After the conversation with my husband, I knew it was time. The next day, he called me from work and asked if I'd made my appointment to discuss this with my doctor. He was not only supporting me, he was encouraging me, and helping me to be accountable...I LOVE THIS MAN! That afternoon, I scheduled an appointment. The only bad news, I won't be able to see my doctor until the 15th of December. I'm hoping after my initial appointment, it won't be long until I have that referral and am on my way to living a leaner, healthier life. Gotta love military healthcare :0/
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