Happy New Year!
I spent it mostly alone, but I suppose I'm used to it by now. I say mostly because there was someone who chatted with me online during the whole thing. It made it a little less lonely, and a lot more special. To her I say thanks, and welcome her to a new year of possibilities. I welcome everyone to the new year!

New possibilities for me especially. I went to the informational meeting with the bariatric surgeon, Dr. DiBenedetto and I learned a great deal. For example, the diet failure rate of morbidly obese(that's me) is 95%. I have a 5% chance of losing weight and keeping it off. I've learned a great deal and I've got a great deal more to learn. The doctor educates you on the entire program and continues to follow up even years after the surgery. How cool is that? I'm excited and nervous but for the most part I'm relieved that this is becoming a reality for me. Wish me luck!