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1 week pre-op

By FibroDiva

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It's been a long road to get to this point. I've walked this road with my 2 children, my sister, and my best friend [who just happens to be a doctor]. For years my doctor's have been warning me to lose weight. My sister and I have tried various programs [diet and exercise] to no avail.

 

I didn't come to the decision to undergo surgery at the flip of a coin. I purposely waited until today, 1 week pre-op, to tell my extended family and friends because they are not always supportive of what I want to do for myself. Also, my mother's side of the family is Nawlins born and bred. They are the biggest [no pun intended] weight loss sabatougers. They think I am too skinny.

 

Well, I made my announcement today and most of the family ignored me.

 

I'm turning all the phones off. :P

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    AmyInOrlando

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    It's all just as well...... Stay out of N'Awlins. I lived there for 8 years. It has the best food in the world. I don't know how I could live there post-op. Seriously though... they'll come around once they see you're healthy and happy. My surgery is one week from today also. Best wishes for an uneventful surgery, and a smooth and speedy recovery. PS... I really miss N.O. It's the most fun and friendliest place I've ever lived.

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    FibroDiva

    Pre Op

    Thanks AmyInOrlando. As I get closer to surgery date, I realize how lucky I am that my mother and grandmother didn't force me to learn my ancestrial cooking. Now what to do about all the cakes I like to bake? :-)

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    angeleyes67

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    Keep your chin up and push forward. Those little ones will love having their healthier momma around for a very long time! :)

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    FibroDiva

    Pre Op

    Thanks angeleyes67.

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