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Hi there, Not gay but all are welcome here..... we are all in the same boat.... and all need each others support. So
Welcome to VSG. and Good luck!

Well its a complement.... I have people talking to me more since I lost wieght but I also think its because we have more confidence in our selves. and we probly smile more I know I do. Just enjoy life it will be fine.

I am 7 months out and 75 lbs down in onederland... so glad I did this... there are some great things ahead of you. Good luck!

I am 7 months out and 75 lbs down in onederland... so glad I did this... there are some great things ahead of you. Good luck!

I went back to work in a week (computer work) I did fine but you will need lots of rest when you are home. I took a good 4-6 weeks for me to get back to normal. When I was able to start eating i felt better. I also had some bad brain days second thoughts even though there was no going back. But now 75 lbs lighter I am so glad I did it sz 14 pants and large shirts.Its the best feeling ever.

I was talking to one of my coworker friends and she noticed my watch was hanging really low she said your watch is falling off Just one more thing that needs adjusting. I have a male coworker that approched me and asked for info for his wife. They have really started noticing my transformation. I like being a role model for others maybe we can start a club...lol

I am 7 months out and 75 lbs down in onederland... so glad I did this... there are some great things ahead of you. Good luck!

I too slowed when I hitg the 70 ish mark but I am in onederland. Just bought a size 14 pants. I had a 30 day stall but things are starting to move again.... So just hang in there it will come before you know it. Good Luck!

Every one losses differently.... but I am 7 months out and 76 lbs down... I can go to the beach and not fill like a whale. I think you should relax concentrate on getting health while you wait on surgery. You will be so happy when you see the wieght coming off.

I have had the same symtoms....LOL i've lost 74 lbs from my highest weight. A friend said I was a mere shadow of myself, I liked it. Got about 30 more lbs to goal. Can't wait things have slowed down but should be there by Christmas.

You work it girl!!!!!

I was taking antidepresants as well before and wanted to stop.....not a good idea... go back to them until you have got thru the mind hunger.... I was a basket case.... maybe take a smaller dose but this is a hard journey ... we need all the help we can get.

I'm at the exact place you are and my weight is going in the same direction. It has slowed but this morning I was 197.4 slow and steady. I plan on plastics next year. Tummy Tuck and breast augmentation. My bat wing arms will have to wait unless I get a real good deal.But I am so happy with the way I look and my husband can't keep his hands off me. WooWoo!!!

I was taking antidepresants as well before and wanted to stop.....not a good idea... go back to them until you have got thru the mind hunger.... I was a basket case.... maybe take a smaller dose but this is a hard journey ... we need all the help we can get.

I was taking antidepresants as well before and wanted to stop.....not a good idea... go back to them until you have got thru the mind hunger.... I was a basket case.... maybe take a smaller dose but this is a hard journey ... we need all the help we can get.

I had surgery on Feb. 27, 2012 I have now lost 65 lbs.I am now in onderland!! It's been a roller coaster ride a lot of the time but I am so glad that I took this journey. I feel so much better about myself, my self esteem is higher and I can look in the mirror without feeling discussed. I am really hoping that my daughter can see my success and do this for herself.
I know that there are skeptics out there that think this is not a good thing to but they have not lived in my shoes to see the looks on peoples faces, to hear the silent remarks, to sit in a chair gentlely and hope it holds you. I knew that it was time for me to take control of my destiny......And I did, now I can look in a mirror, sit in any chair, and I feel great. There are no more stares and I feel like I am normal. My husband has been so supportive and he is my soul mate for life. I am so excited about my new look and my new life. I can't remember the last time that I felt this way. My daughter is 25 and my son is 24 and I don't think they even remember me being this size ever in their life. I wish I could have done this 20 years ago.
So good Luck to everyone and remember on this forum we have your back!!!!!

In all honesty, I don't think the surgery itself does anything to relationships. If a relationship ends in light of surgery, there were problems long before that. I think a couple of things happen. I think a lot of people are already in unhealthy relationships, but they stay because they have such low self worth that they think it is the best they can do. After surgery, we start to gain more confidence and feel better about ourselves. In turn, people end of leaving their significant other because they realize they are worth so much more.
In your case, I think your husband is just using it as an excuse. If he truly loved and respected you, he would have been there for you instead of fooling around on you. I agree that counseling is a good route, but staying together just for your daughter's sake is never a good way to go. How often do we hear people saying they stayed together for the children, when, in reality, it was the worst thing for them.
My husband has been nothing but supportive and my biggest cheerleader. He loved me at my heaviest and he loves me now. Best of luck with everything and do some deep soul searching to figure out what is best for everyone, including yourself!

I was sleeved on Feb 27 and have lost 50 lbs have had several stalls be it catches up with a vengence just be patience we are all on our own journey together every ones body reacts differently be patient it will come soon.

Well hang in there. I just broke my 3 week stall. It was really stressful but I tried not to worry about it.

Some one posted a meat ball receipe and i tried it. It was great.
1 lbs hamburger meat
spices garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, basil
mozz cheese
split in half, and quarters and 1/8th s
take each piece and roll, flaten, put one piece of cheese in middle cover and roll
I browned in pan and then finished in oven at 300 for 20 minutes.
They were great.
My husband said you didn't put any bread in it?
NO
It can't be good,
Then he tried them ...... Hey they are pretty good.
I put some ragu sauce on them (2Tbl spoons) and some parm cheese. I can only eat 2 but they really satisfy and craving.

Yes I'm in a stall but I am going back to basics no carbs, plenty of Protein and lots of Water. It's so easy to relax and not eat the right things but if you just look at what you are eating you will figure it out. Get back on track and the weight loss will start again. Good Luck to all having surgery soon!

I'll need to have surgery but I knew that going in.... My apron was already a problem as was my breast. Now I see my arms will probably need some work. But I feel so much better It will be worth it. Don't worry so much you will be better for it.

I have settled into 2 lbs a week with stalls sometimes but am happy with my progress. Sometimes I wish I could eat like everyone else.... but then I think look at how far I've come... and my attitude changes and all is good. Working towards goal maybe by Christmas keeping my fingers crossed.

I had the patch and phinagin and I was still sick but that being said..... I am always sick after surgery... for at least 24-48 hours... but after that i was good no pain.

I was so glad when I went shopping and realized than I could buy clothes without a W behind the number....... and I went down in bra size to 38 DD from 42 DD and now I love going shopping jeans on clearance 13.00 and 7.00 at walmart....shirts are XL not 2x or even 1x ,..... I'm loving this new body.