For those of you who know me, you know that I am a different person than I was 7 years ago. I have been through some ups and many downs. In the last 2 years my health has taken a turn for the worst. I have gained an immense amount of weight and all things associated with weight gain have followed. I have been stuck in a downward spiral of medical issues and related emotional issues. Although I don't think I always show it and was fairly good at hiding it (that is what people pleasers do), negativity seemed to rule my world.
However, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have been approved for a life altering surgery. It will be taking place this summer. I will be have gastric bypass surgery. The date as of this hour hasn't been set. But I am certain it will be the end of July. People have told me to be careful sharing this information with people. People will change their attitude towards you. I, however, have a strong faith in my good friends that their attitudes towards me will not change. If they do, their friendship wasn't what I thought.
I felt the need to share this positive change that has already begun making a difference in my life after reading Ruth's latest post and seeing the picture of thesteps of change in Chicago that she posted. I am looking forward to the new me... My life as I knew it...hhm!
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Life is about changes Kirsten, you are on your journey! Keep focused, keep positive, keep your chin up!
Oh Kirsten, I am so happy to know that all is going forward. You have been wishing this for so long. I know that this will be a catalyst for "change" for you. I am so pleased! Can you see my smile?
I am so glad things will be getting better for you. You SO deserve that. I can't believe what a trooper you are through everything. I have seen how bad you feel, yet you still plug on. You have so much courage. I am blessed to be able to work beside you. Let me know if there is anything I can do to make it easier for you. You GO, girl!!!
kirsten, you continue to inspire me. you are so genuine and lovely. it makes me smile that you are so willing to embrace change. i'm excited to hear more about your one little word for the year. Freedom -- that's a good one.
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