 | Gastric Bypass | 2000 My Life Before Bariatric Surgery I was tired all the time and never had any energy. I came home from work and sat down. I didn’t want to do anything the rest of the day. My children really suffered through my overweight years. I never had enough energy to play with them. |
Instead, we watched T.V. because that took the least energy. I rarely went to their school functions.
While I was heavy, I had NO relationships and that is the way that I wanted it. I didn’t like myself at that point so I knew that no one else would like me either. I hated my body. I was very depressed and cried all the time. I felt that my life was doomed. My only companion–the only thing that made me feel good–was eating.
Physically, my back hurt and I had constant heartburn. Trips to the zoo left me looking for the nearest bench. I never made it all the way through–I just couldn’t walk that far. And the turnstiles evoked a high level of anxiety–I mean how was I going to get through–sideways, on my tip toes?
Looking back now, I realize that other people didn’t take me seriously or respect me.
Making the Decision
I saw an ad for Barix Clinics on the television. That impacted me. I didn’t want to get an extender for the seatbelt in my new car. I was tired of this life. Although I was really ready for the surgery, it was still scary because I knew that the surgery would be life changing and once I went through it things would never be the same.
At the initial consultation, no one rushed me. They spent a lot of time to answer my questions and to make sure that this surgery was right for me. After the consultation, I wanted the surgery more than ever.
My surgery was approved very quickly. There were no problems at all.
How My Life Has Changed
I am very confident in myself now–nothing holds me back. I hold my head high. I feel great and now when I look in the mirror, I like what I see.
I remarried. My kids are thrilled to put their arms around me and find that they can touch their fingers. My relationships have improved.
I have a new job. Now when people look at me they are smiling at me, not staring.
I no longer feel the need to stay indoors with the air-conditioning on a hot day–I am out there enjoying life.
To Those Considering Bariatric Surgery
This is something that I won’t ever regret. It has changed my life. I am a totally different person–one that looks at life in a positive light.
Barix had everything that I needed. The staff was fantastic. They knew me by name when I came in for an appointment. I always felt very informed.
