tabbymonroe

Hi there. The world can truly be a harsh place sometimes. The reality is that there is a lot discrimination happening and obese people are one of the groups it happens to. It's just a sad reality to me that anyone, for any reason, is discriminated against and I'm sorry that it's happened to you. Are there any local weight loss support groups in your area such as OA or one at a hospital? Some of the hospitals in my area have support groups specifically for people who have had or who are considering WLS. You might be able to connect with others in that setting. Lord knows, they shouldn't discriminate against you.
Oh, and a side note, if you click on the symbol by your post that looks like part of a down arrow, you can edit any mistakes.

hey guys! I'm about 4 weeks out & I've been trying to get my head wrapped around the feeling of not being able to "party" like most my age. I say this because i know i'll never indulge in alcohol like my peers. I feel like I'm going to be missing the experiences and fun I should be having. anyone feel the same? (don't get me wrong, I don't regret my sleeve AT ALL)

I just walked two miles on the treadmill..... I feel on top of the world.....! (:

I dont know who posted this but I came across this recipe and tonight I made it and it is soo yummy!
I take 1/2 cup of Fat Free Kraft Shredded Chedder cheese and 4 Tbsp of Parmasan Cheese and blend it in a food processor until its pretty fine tiny chunks almost powder like. I personally take a cookie sheet, cover it with foil and spray it with butter flavored pam but you can use any nonstick surface baking sheet or whatever. Take scoops of 1tsp each and press into little flat circles onto pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
Yields 24 crisps = 4.2 oz cheese
170 calories, 6 fat, 0 sugar, 4 carbs, 26 Protein in 24 crisps!
Enjoy

Have not set a goal yet, I just don't know where it will end, or where I want it to - maintenence is fine for me right now, mainly since I am in a stall, lol. I would probably let myself shoot for a size 8, but only if my body wants it (thats so vague, I know). Otherwise, A 12-10 is what I am aiming for by my 39th birthday - or the holidays, whenever, lol...
...The sleeve has just made me so mellow about all of this, it will happen or it will not, as long as I maintain my current weight I am OK.

Like jrabbit said how tall are u.??
My goal is 150lbs current I'm 245 I'm 5'2. I want to lose 100lbs at least. My lowest was 155 that was 14 yrs ago. I'm on my highest now. I will be sleeved in August. Good luck.!!

I am 5'4" and am shooting for 130. Although, I got to 140 a couple of years ago and was pretty happy with myself for the 5 minutes that I was at that weight.

I am 5'7 as well, and personally I think 130 sounds a little too low. I am shooting for 150, which should put me at about a size 8. I think 150 would be easier to maintain, I think you would have to work awfully hard to maintain a weight of 130 at your height. Just my opinion.
Good luck!

How tall are you? Age? Build? Current weight?

I just got approved! But now I'm scared! I'm afraid of the pain that everyone seems to have postoperative. I'm afraid of losing my hair. I'm worried if I'll be able to get all my nutrients in.... Could u Plz tell me ur exp. immed after surg n the days that followed

Hi Tabby,
Well, let's see, before surgery I couldn't walk more than 50-100yards without my back being in pain, my feet swelled &hurt, I damaged my knee, had sleep apnea.
I alienated my family because I didn't want to get up and do anything. My wife was hurt because my interest in sex was gone(she assumed it was her fault).
43days post-op. my back pain is gone, my feet feet still hurt a little, but that's from walking 1/2mile in worn out boots(no notable swelling), my knee looks like its gonna need therapy or surgery, but it's so bad that it can't wait till I drop another 70-80lbs, i can't seem to sleep more than 6 hrs a night then I'm wide awake, gonna wait for goal weight for a new sleep study on that too.
Starting to get up and do stuff with the family more rathe than sitting on the couch. Libido is coming back just a little.
Not a bad start, 43days & I've lost about 1/3 of the weight I intend to, already seeing huge improvements
It's a good idea to write down everything that your weight keeps you from doing or makes a lot harder, also make a list of things you want to do when you lose your weight.
Write down what scares you about the surgery, then be honest with yourself about your fears.
My biggest fear was "what if I die in surgery". My answer was really that's something I've never heard of happening. The only people I've heard of the passed after sleeve are people that went out and abused their sleeve (I mean really bad). Plus if I didn't get the surgery, what kind of life did I really have anyhow, & how long was I gonna keep it? Really, I didn't have a life & life expectancy was getting shorter every year.
I hope this helps, at least a little.

Welcome tabby!
I am pre-op too, so I don't have any experience to share. You're doing the right thing by joining this site... the posters here are wonderful!
This site has erased any doubt I had about getting sleeved. My surgery will most likely be in November, but I have already made big changes in my life thanks to the amazing posts here.
Good luck on your journey

Maybe its a good thing....less time to worry about it. I am sure you will do fine.

Great news! My former friend with benefits may be able to pay me a weekend visit! I say former because we've not lived near each other for several years now so the "benefits" have been non-existant. Now, as long as he doesn't see my Nat Geo boobs & saggy stomach and run screeming for the hills, I should be set. Seriously, I've been dying with the hormones running wild and on a rampage. I've even been lusting after my son's swim instructor and I'm sure I'm old enough to be his mother- I feel like a dirty old man! Talk about panties in a twist! Yikes!

My surgery was almost 4 months ago and only one of my incisions is still visible. I had 4 total incisions and the larger one above my belly button is still a little dark, I'm really hoping it fades like the other ones have.

The scarring is not bad, they fade and blend in. I have 6 incision sites and 1 has disappeared into my navel.

ROFL!!! I hear that!!!

New to this
my suregy date is August 6 2012
I'm excited overwhelmed scared happy so many emotions
I want to know people stories and how they dealing with the after suregy

You are going to do great! Yes there will be some pain but trust me it will all be worth it! If I were you I'd just wake up and say "ok I made it through. I'm ok. I'm alive." and then just relax. Your throat is going to be dry because of the tube they put down to help u breathe. But you'll be ok!!!

I would try not to think about it. The pain is that bad. It's just a little bit of discomfort for a short period of time. Work at getting healthy and smaller portions until your surgery if you can. It does help.

Here I go again. I am scheduled to be sleeved on July 10th... Meaning 6 more days. Im happy with my decision but i am also scared out of my mind (I tend to think the bad out of everything that happens). I for one do not like being put to sleep. Fear of not waking up or dying. Does this mean I need to cancel or just not do this at all because I am having doubts. Any support and or feedback would be greatly appreciated