[RobinZ]

Hi everyone,

I just found this site. I hope to be a frequent poster. I'm hoping to get to know a lot of you and hear your stories and share mine.

I'm 47, married, caregiver to my older brother who lives with me and has downs. Overweight all of my life, obese all of my adult life, I started looking into WLS a couple of years ago. Did lots of research and finally took the plunge. The best thing I ever did for myself.

I had RNY about 3 1/2 months ago. I have lost about 70 pounds so far (WOW, I'm totally AMAZED!). I feel incredible, I'm actually exercising for the first time in my life (and enjoying it too!). I have a lot more to lose (my goal is to lose another 130 - 200 total).

I have a great job, great family. A bunch of pets. A few grandkids. Lots of friends.

Any questions, comments? I'll be around.

Hugs to all - RobinZ

[DocSanae]

Welcomw RobinZ.

Grandkids, wow, I envy you. I'm a mite older than you are, and both my daughters are still single, though I had them when I was their age.Well, these days, the young 'uns seem to be more intent on making a go at work, before making a go at family. I do want them happy, so they can take their time finding Mr. Right, I guess.

[RobinZ]

Hi DocSanae and thanks for the welcome. I cheated though - although I consider them my grandkids, and they consider me their grandmother, I am actually their STEP grandma as their parents are my step kids! So, I got to have grandkids without having to deal with having and raising kids! How lucky am I???

I love my grands though and I really love spoiling them!

[Pillows]

Hey RobinZ, wow, 70 lbs so far in 3 1/2 months. What an awesome change in your life. I really hope that you post your pre and post op pics on here so that it can help keep me motivated. My surgery date is April 4th. Keep your fingers crossed for me!! I am so excited to have this second chance at a full life. Thanks for sharing your success and welcome aboard.
Janae

[RobinZ]

Hi Janae,

Thanks for the nice welcome. I will post pre op pictures when I can figure out how. I haven't taken any new pics yet, but when I do I'll be sure to post.

I can tell you, I feel wonderful and am so happy that I had surgery. It has changed my life and given me a new lease on life!

I will be thinking about you and praying for you on your surgery date! Make sure to let us know how everything went.

[Pillows]

awww thanks robinz. It seems like the NY and NJ crew are starting to take over the boards! rock on! It is great to meet so many new friends that are close by. Thank you for your prayers. I can't wait to see your pics. My pic with Star Jones Reynolds is on the blog linked to here if you wanna see it. It is a pretty recent picture of me. It is great having you here.
Janae