1 year ago today, in a snowstorm, I was on my way to the hospital to have the extra skin removed from my arms. I was scared, nervous and anxious. My life was going to be changing and although I was excited to be loosing some baggage, I was worried about the possible baggage I would be picking up. Would I be ok looking at and seeing those scars all the time? I remember crying as I was being wheeled into the OR and the Doctors assistant saying whats wrong? I responded "I can't believe this is happening." Not only was it a lot of hard work to loose the weight but insurance does cover the surgery. This life changing chance cost me $5,200 out of my pocket. I remember my mom saying- I hope it is worth it. Now, a year later, I can say it totally was. I can wear short sleeve shirts without feeling like everyone is staring at me. It's a great feeling. It gave me a sense of confidence and the scars have faded so much that sometimes I forget, until I look and remember and smile about how far I have come.
December 29, 2013 and Jan 2, 2014- 3 days post surgery
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