My First Entry

Hello. This is me. Not a bad picture, but what you can't tell from it is that I am obese. I have been all of my adult life and most of my childhood. One week ago today, I had a Sleeve Gastrectomy. In other words weight loss surgery that removed 70% of my stomach.

 

The reason I am starting this blog is to share my recent journey that began 6 months ago; and to maybe reach some other person out there who struggles with the same things that I have. As much as all of our journey's are the same, they are unique. I do believe we all offer unique specific perspectives, that albeit, are subtle in difference, have the potential to touch someone. Even if it is one person, then it is worth it. You see I have an overwhelming sense of gratitude to have had this opportunity to improve myself.

 

I certainly don't claim to have the answers to everything, but I do have a perspective. It is starting here with my weight struggles, but may evolve into more. I really don't know where it will go.

 

I will start by saying I am 48 and hate being overweight. It's horrible; like a prison. It's consuming, controlling and a bear to conquer. Nothing new to anyone, I know, but if anyone who doesn't struggle with their weight is curious, it's awful. There are many, many aspects to it that effect everyone differently. I will get to those aspects in time. For now I just wanted to introduce myself and start with something not too long. I hope someone will find this interesting. -Lorri