New Life, New Me

I have come to the point in my life where I need to make some serious changes. I don't like where my life is headed. Diabetes, oxygyn, wheelchairs and more medical problems are looming on the horizon if I don't make some serious changes.

So as of September 20, 2010, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery and weight loss. I currently weigh 432 pounds. That is a huge amount of weight on my small frame. I know how I got here, now I need to get 200 pounds lighter to make my life a lot less difficult.

I have given myself two years to accompish this goal. If, at the end of this two years, I have failed to lose 200 pounds, I will the go the surgical route with the Lap Band. If you think that is taking the "easy" way out, you don't know me. I have been fighting with my weight my whole life. This is the last time I do this. Why is this different than anytime else? Because I am enrolled in a weight loss program that will keep me on my toes weight wise. I also have another support person in my Nurse Practioner. She is going to keep me accountable for my weight and help me keep on track.

This is the beginning. I will be posting as my journey goes on. Maybe I will inspire someone else to get on the weight loss bandwagon and do it right, instead of trying the quick fixes.

Wish me luck!