Karen K.
I am 48 year old disabled woman who has fought my increased weight for most of my life. The past 6 years have been the hardest. I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia,osteoarthritis , sleep apnea and whole other host of added problems most associated with being overweight. I have some level of pain on a daily basis and quite frankly just SICK of it. I can't tell you how many times I have had to cancel family and friend gatherings. I have lost my career so this certainly has been a journey for sure. Initially, I was so excited about the surgery and then fear set in. I have since come to terms with what has to be done in order for me to have a chance at living again. I know I can do this with God's help and the support of my family and friends. This is a wonderful forum to meet with others that are going through the same difficulties. It is easier to talk about your health problems with individuals that can relate. Not to mention the huge impact being overweight interferes with our lives. I hope to be a source of support to others here and hope to meet new friends as well.
