peru06
I've spent many years on the diet rollercoaster, and I suffer from hypothyroidism which doesn't help matters, but isn't the reason I am so heavy and out of shape. Back in January 2009, I finally started working out and trying to eat right in order to lose weight. In doing so, I began suffering a lot of pain in my feet, knees, back, and a lot of swelling. My muscles have firmed up some, and I have lost a few inches but not much weight to speak of. I have found that working out aggravates the pain and it is hard to stay motivated. I really want to workout, play tennis, swim, and do all the things that I used to do. I never thought in a million years that I would get this big. I can't do a lot of things that I like to do because of the pain. I'm young at heart and mind, but my body is not. It took me a while to accept the fact that I was so overweight even though the mirror made it quite obvious. 
It is funny the games your eyes and mind can play on you. I'm fortunate not to have high blood pressure, diabetes etc., and I don't want my luck to run out. My wonderful husband has been so supportive and wants me to do this for me, which I am; however, I can't help but want to look good for him too. He deserves a healthy and fit wife by his side. I'm ready to be a healthier me and the fact that I will look better will be a bonus.
I have been through the seminar that the surgeon requires and have found out that our insurance will cover the surgery. I'm required to meet with a nutritionist for 3 months (1x per month) and have a psychological evaluation. Then I will have fulfilled the requirements for final approval. I have already had my first visit with the nutritionist and have my first appointment scheduled with the surgeon on July 1st. I am still working on the appointment for the psych eval, but that will come in time. I'm hoping to have my gastric bypass in early Fall. Wish me luck!!
