Being from an extremely abusive, extremely dis functional family at age 35 I began to hide from life behind my weight. Does this sound familiar to any of you? It started to affect my health and I had a choice to make, either kill myself from overeating or take control of the situation and do something about it. I know that saying that is the easy part. I would wake up everyday committing to a new diet only to blow it before nightfall. Then I would feel like a failure thus eating more. A couple of friends of mine from work came to the Obesity Goodbye Clinic and they were one and a half years into their bands and they looked fantastic. I was on the verge of retiring so I said I was going to get this done so I can enjoy my retirement. That was March 1st. On March 23rd I was on my way. I had the surgery that day and was up walking around that night. I endulged in a massage next to the hospital on Friday and shopped on the famous Revolucion Blvd. all day Saturday. I'm not going to say it has been an easy journey. I've had to learn to eat all over again taking small bites and chewing a minimal of 33 times before swallowing. I had to learn over and over again and sometimes I am still in that learning process. I look around and see all the people that have had the band and see how well they've done. On the other hand, myself included some people have had problems. My problem was minor and has not affected my ability to lose weight. Problems are rare but fixable. I have never once regretting this decision. At first I went through the guilt of thinking I didn't have enough faith in Jesus to get the weight off myself but Dedria, also a very strong christian convinced me that God allowed the provisions in which I could use to get to a healthy weight. He wanted me to focus on Him and not food which is exactly what has happened. I thank God everyday for my new life. I have lost 80 pounds with 30 more to go. I have done it slow because my metabolism just isn't what it use to be. I went into this knowing that I wasn't going to have instant gratification so I haven't had to fight the disappointment of it. I began traveling back with Dedria (my coordinator) just about everytime she came. I loved Tijuana, I loved the people, I loved the weather. The people here respect family values. Dedria and I became the best of friends and that is another bonus you get with having the band. Dedria has a quarterly get together for all the banders to share recipes, clothes, band friendly eats and just sit back and get caught up. Like I was saying I loved it so much that on May 16, 2008 I retired, sold my house and moved to Tijuana. I have a home here in Real del Mar on the Scenic Hwy 1 overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There is a constant breeze happening and don't need air conditioning. It is in a gated, secured 24/7 community. I've actually seen them driving around at 1:00 a.m. I have opened my home to anyone who wishes to stay with me that comes to have the weightloss surgery or if you so desire any
type of cosmetic surgery. View the pictures of my house here The one thing I do regret in this venture is the recovery process. I went to the five hotel which was extremely nice but offered no nutrition that is critical to your recovery. So my desire is to see that this happens for everyone that comes here. You will then be on a great start to your new life. I moved on June 28th and opened my home for guests on July 4th. I haven't looked back yet. I am very fortunate that God chose me to do this mission for Him. He is providing for all our needs. Your price to stay here is included in the package deal from Obesity or you can still choose to go to the 5 star hotel. Your companion may also stay in your room and make a donation to replace any food or drink he may have while here.
If you would like to talk, e-mail, or visit just let me know and we can do just that.
You will find all my information on this website.
Sincerely,
Lana Humphries | 
