This book chronicles Erick Spader and his more than 2 year journey through Gastric Sleeve surgery. From his history as a young geek from Connecticut to his 4 years in the Navy and all that led him to obesity. This is a story of one mans journey into the light of happiness and health through bariatric surgery. Obesity, depression, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, and the decision to save his own life because of the loss of another. Erick takes you along for the ride with humor, love and in your face reality. No matter what step you are on in your own journey, or if you just want to understand what this life saving surgery is all about; Let Erick tell you his story. It might just give you the push you need to start living again.