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So here's the scoop - this is me:

Here I am presenting myself to the world for all to see.

I'm sure that for those of us on here because we have had, will have or are contemplating having the surgery, you will know just what I mean feel. For others- they can only imagine.

-Looking in the mirror and wanting feel sexy but just can't quite figure out how you can be

-Wanting to do normal things like go for long walks, stroll on the beach in a swimsuit without the cover up just feeling free and uninhibited

-Being able to shop where you want because you have options

-Not questioning why you are eating, how much you are eating adn what someone else may think

 

The list can on but it needs to stop. I have to take control of how I feel. Feel about me. Feel about the future.

I had thought about having the surgery many times before and now I am going to go for it ! I'm just tire. Tired of it all. So a new me is on the way. Can't wait.

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acenangel11

LAP-BAND Patients

Hi,

I wish you the best of luck and i totally agree with you,have felt like this my whole life.good luck on your journey,hopefully mine will start shortly

learningtoluvme

LAP-BAND Patients

Hello,

I know how you feel.. I want to feel good again.. The sad part is, it is all cosmetic, overweight people are treated differently.. I am tired of covering up and too ashamed to go out when it is hot outside, because I don't have anything to wear, I can no longer hide under my size 22 black coat anymore.

Joy Joy

LAP-BAND Patients

Good luck to you. Im rooting for you!

Nanaleen

LAP-BAND Patients

Good Luck. I totally understand. I was banded June 1st. All my family and friends couldn't believe I would take such a "drastic" (their words) measure, but I hated stepping out of the shower and seeing myself in the mirror. I've lost 21 lbs and feel great. Best thing I ever did for me!

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