pretty-pink

I hope this hasn't already been using but I think I'll go with ralphie may... ( Ralph he may)

I cannot WAIT for my new sleeve to be "born". If it's a boy, it'll be Rodrigo. If it's a girl, Svetlana. LOL! This thread is fun

Too funny! When I read the topic, my first thought was "Hope."

Being so flexible I can actually BE a contortionist! Lol!

The correct term for number 3. IS either genitals or labia. Can't see your V unless you are a contorcionist(sp)

Had a patient once who referred to the area as her "precious". Gave a whole new perspective when I saw "lord of the rings"!!

I'm going to assume most people mean well. For some, that means mentioning weight loss. For others, they aren't comfortable bringing it up. I think they are uncertain how the recipient (us) will take it, so they'd rather say nothing and be "safe".

I'm not sure how much mine weighed but he did tell me it was larger than a basketball. :-/

My surgeon was more interested in capacity rather than weight. This is 1 of 3 pictures he gave me post op. i love it!!!

I was almost 50 lbs down before most people noticed, go figure. Even though I dropped from a size 22/24 to a 12/14! Just today my boss said something for the FIRST time, and I'm 63 lbs less! Some people feel uncomfortable saying anything, and others (especially those who see you every day) simply don't notice! Don't let it get you down.
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Sometimes it hard to when people don't comment about my weight loss and then I have to re-frame my thoughts to, "I did this for me and this is my new new skinniness, and I love it." That's my reality check, it's for me and it was frickin hard work to get here. So happy we are all supportive of each other.

Hang in there Amanda. For me it got better as soon as I started eating soft foods.
I'm not condoning this, but when I was on full liquids I licked the flavoring off of 5 wheat thins. My God it was good, and I was satisfied. My dog ate the freshly licked wheat thins and she was happy too.

My first OMG moment was being able to fit...comfortably...in a theatre seat!! Fitting in booths, in restaurants, is also a HUGE one!! (Never again will I have to say "could we please have a table?"!!)
I have an OMG moment every time I get dressed now....because I can't believe I'm wearing (loose) size 20 jeans, and (as of this past weekend) a 1X blouse!! I hold up my clothes and think "I can't possibly fit in something this small!"...and then I put it on, and it fits!!
And, this morning, the biggest yet....weighing myself, and finding that I've lost a whopping 100 pounds, since the end of March! (48 pounds since June 26th!) Unbelievable!
A big WOOT!! to you, for each of your OMG moments!!
Laura

chiquita is kind of catchy

Hi everyone, I am a newbie here and I am beginning my sleeve process (process for insurance approval anyway). Although I dont LOVE to work out, I understand how great it is for your body. As all newbies I continue to go back and fourth with my decision. I am afraid that losing drastic amounts of weight so quickly isn't going to be very flattering. I have two close family member who have had gastric bypass and have fabulous results weight wise, but they have the drawn out, saggy, quick weight loss look. granted neither one ever work out. I know the main objective for this surgery is better health and that in its self has me leaning more and more towards the sleeve, but I will be lying if I say I dont care how I am going to look after the weight loss. I don't have tons of money for plastic surgery (although I wish I did). I am just wondering if I begin working out as soon as I get clearance will it help with shaping/toning my body? I just would still like to have some girly curves and not just have everything droop. I know there are things that are inevitable like some loose skin and droopy boobies ( I actually will try to save up to help the boobie part). I guess I was just wondering if there is anyone here that not only loves the weight loss and new size but also loves the way their body has visibly changed? I hope this isn't a stupid question and I truly don't mean any harm by it. I just want to be as honest as possible with this life changing decision.

I have gotten where I feel my day isn't complete if I don't workout. It's getting harder and harder to even take a rest day. I find myself wanting to do some small thing for at least a few minutes.
I've recently started doing the C25K and I'm getting addicted. It goes by so fast, I hardly feel like I've worked out....but I'm tired as hell. I have to hold myself back because I'll run everyday and I think I'm still too heavy to do that.
But bottom line, I'm getting addicted to the way I feel when I work out. It's better than being addicted to candy bars.

Annoying Customer.

If you like it, just don't put a band on it

I named mine Beyonce because I feel oh so sexy!
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i like Skinny Minney. I've never been called skinny in my entire life, but it's possible with the changes that getting sleeved will bring.

I may go with Beau.
Beau Boone could be my alter ego. I am liking this second chance at mid life.