redhotz's Blog

A while back, I posted a blog requesting general feedback on the lap band procedure. I received great response, and I thank everyone for that. I wanted to update you all that I go in Monday for my initial consultation! I am so excited. I am not entering this lightly. I have done a ton of research. I have tried many other avenues, and failed. I am not doing this so I can become lil miss skinny. I want to be healthy. My current height is 5'8" and my weight is 260# . I am sure you are all asking why I am throwing up all this info. Well, many reasons. One reason is it is my hope that I can encourage others that there is nothing to be ashamed of, nothing to fear, and no reason to hide behind who you really are. I know there will be many changes take place in my life as I endure this adventure. To look at me, I've been told that there is no way I need weight loss surgery. The great thing for me is that I carry it very well. Thanks to my height, and my build I would say. Genetics I am sure too. I also am putting this out there as a way to start the process for ME. As I embark on this journey, I am going to document each and every step I take. I want to look back on this and see how I progress. I also want to help anyone I can and be a tool (if you will, so to speak). So, please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. My mother will be following me through this as her and my father will be helping me out as needed. As I've said in so many blogs before, my husband is still serving in the Navy, until August. So, he will not be here to take care of me and help out as needed. I have a huge support system to stand behind me. Thank You each and every one! I look forward to your support and positive feedback!

REDHOTZ