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Congrats! You are going to love Dr. A. I had my surgery with him in April and I am loving life:) Feel free to send me a PM if you have any questions:)

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Amanda -

That is the coolest news ever! What you've gone through will help you every day as a PE teacher. Those are some lucky kids:) Have fun!!!

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I am a fan of the chocolate Truffle and Cappucino - after trying all the samples, they are my favorites. I cannot stand the smell of the all the fruity ones. Definitely order the sample pack:)

Yay Angie - way to go!!!!!!

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That is AWESOME! Way to go! I know I would cry if I got to that point too:)

Congrats to you:)

OK Happy Destiny that is amazing progress! Good for you!

Best of luck to you tomorrow for smooth day:) Glad you found this forum - it has been incredibly helpful to me and I know it will answer lots of your questions. We'll all be sending good thoughts your way tomorrow:)

All of your feelings are normal - this is a major life change - and also the best decision I've ever made. WELCOME:) Congrats to you!

My doctor didn't. See.....the best part about this forum is that you can ask absolutely anything! Good luck:)

Wannalise -

Take a deep breath and look at your overall progress - it is UNBELIEVABLE!!! I totally know what you are talking about because I have been a bit out of control myself with carbs lately, and have been doing that negative self talk in my head. I really have to remind myself that THIS TIME I am not going to fail and neither are you my friend! Work on forgiving yourself......you are getting back on track and will be back in your routine shortly. I hope tomorrow is a brighter day for you:)

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Christie!!!!!!!

I just watched about half of your video and I can't wait to watch the rest later! You look great and have made wonderful progress! I can totally identify with so many things you said....especially the 260 lb mark:)

Thanks for sharing your journey!

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NSV stands for non-scale victory. There is a great thread in the success stories someone started called NSV shout outs that is really inspiring!

Great update and nice work:) Have a fantastic time on your cruise!

I think it is awesome that you are being so supportive of your mom! That is great:)

You will do just fine! If you read this site, it will help calm your nerves - that worked well for me because I had so many questions. Best of luck!

I would guess that is was approximately 1/2 of what you'd normally sip. I had to do that for at least the first 2 weeks. It is frustrating but it will definitely get easier. Good luck:)

Hi Gloria! You and I are only a few days apart. I have tested lots of shakes and bars throughout the past few months and here are the ones I like:

nectar Syntrax chocolate Truffle and Cappucino ( I suggest you order a sample package of all the flavors to see what you like. I couldn't stand any of the fruity flavors but these 2 I drink all the time....and they don't have that nasty smell or aftertaste)

Oh Yeah Protein Bars (these are like candy if you like sweet things)

Hope that helps - keep up the great work!

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Congrats on your great progress! Definitely keep us posted about the tv possibility - very cool:)

Things for me got better a little each day - keep walking around - it helps:) Good luck!

Good for you! You will love your sleeve:)

Welcome Sunshine! Thanks for sharing your story. You'll love having this board to bounce your questions off other people. It has helped me tremendously! Congrats on making such a big decision - you are well on your way:)

You are on your way Kathy! Best of luck:)

Glad everything went so well:) You are going to love your sleeve!

I just checked your pics - amazing progress!!! Keep up the great work and enjoy celebrating your success!

I would google bariatric surgeons in your area. That is what I did when I first started my search. I ended up calling each one individually to find out their prices. Good luck!