Thank you Lisa - this both brought a smile and a tear to my face - I am soooo scared and excited at the same time - I know I will lose weight, but I can't imagine myself thin. I know my life will change and I can't wait until it does, but I'm afraid of the personal outcomes. I hate being the center of attention, but in so many ways hate being seen as the fat girl, invisable. I appreciate your candor and will re-read this with every week of my new life and realize there are sooooo many of you out there who have been through this and came out of it happier and healthier and that there are so many who are going through this at the same time I am. This forum is the best tool for us newbies and can't wait to share my experiences with all the future newbies and share commonalities with all who went before me. Thank you again
