Today I completed my first weight management class. It was okay. I was one of the two people out of about 40 that is getting gastric bypass. Most of the other members are looking into gastric banding. I could not believe some of the negative comments when I said that I wanted the bypass surgery. I would think people that are going through a similar struggle would be more sensitive.

Okay, I  gonna make a statement that may get me some negative comments, but I have to say it. Since I been going through this whole WLS process I've met a lot of really great folks. However, and a big HOWEVER I've met a lot of complaining whining fat people. Come on you guys, lets not feed the stereotypes about fat people.

Today, I received a call from the hospital's weight management program. I scheduled appointments for the first three months of my program. Yay! I had to pay a non-refundable fee of a hundred dollars, that sucked, but oh well. My surgeon told me that the whole process should cost me five hundred dollars. Which includes all the specialist's copay, classes, and pre-opt diet. No worries! It's worth every penny and more!

So, I had my consultation on Monday, November 24, 2008. All went well... I have to complete a six month workshop along with all the standard test. Dr. Irgau thinks that I'm a good candidate for the RNY gastric bypass, which is cool. If everything goes smoothly that should put my surgery sometime in June. I was planning to go to the Bahamas this June, but I'll be all to happy to but it off for my new tummy.

So, I had an appointment with the endocrinologist today. I have PCOS! After all the years of wondering and trying to figure out what's going on with my body I finally have some answers. It's unfortunate that I have this disorder, but at least I know now what it is and ways to correct or lessen the symptoms. Good news is I'm on the right track with WLS. Hopefully after I lose the weight my body will began to heal.

I went to my WLS seminar tonight! I really had a great time. It was nice to be in a room full of people that are going through a similar situation. I didn't met my surgeon yet (Wow, I have a surgeon!) , but I met his colleague. He seemed like a pretty good guy. My consultation is scheduled for 11/24/08. I'm so happy and feel very at peace with my decision. My only wish is that I had done this two years ago when I first thought about it.

Just a side note.
My doggie, Carter turn a year old today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARTER! Mama loves you!