Brigida

I'am from Dallas, Tx. howdy partners, go Dallas Cowboys!

I'am from Dallas, Tx. howdy partners, go Dallas Cowboys!

I'am from Dallas, Tx. howdy partners, go Dallas Cowboys!

I'am from Dallas, Tx. howdy partners, go Dallas Cowboys!

I'am from Dallas, Tx. howdy partners, go Dallas Cowboys!

WE SUPPORT YOU!!!!
When I had this surgery I told very few friends, and NONE of my relatives. I don't need to be judged by others. Here, you are among others who share the same pain and experiences than come with weight problems and living with the band.
You are doing this for YOU! Not them. Your friends can't have surgery for you, nor can they do what needs to be done to achieve your goals. Stick with your plans, and have faith in yourself! When they see the difference the surgery makes, they will come around.

I get the same thing, some of my friends and family members think that I should have done it on my own, (including my husband) I get the wispers and looks, but I just ignore them, one of my very best friend told me that I look older. My mom was against it at first, but she has came around. My children are supportive. I say just ignore people that have to say negative things. Just hang in there and do it for yourself not for everybody else, there are a lot of supportive people on this forum. Wish you the best of luck on whatever you decide to do.

I know how hard that is, when friends don't support a major choice/decision in your life. When it comes to WLS, I'm convinced that their lack of support stems from ignorance, amongst other things.
People who don't share this disease will never understand what it is to live every waking day, miserable. And they certainly will never understand the compulsion to eat. Then there are those who have had weight issues, but lost a lot of weight on their own, through diet and exercise. These folks have the "I did it the right way, why can't you" attitude. Then there are those who may share the addiction, but feel threatened that you will change your life & become healthy. There are many things that go on in people's heads, and unfortunately, you cannot make them all see things your way.
I would suggest that you talk only with the people in your world that support you. Avoid the topic with everyone else. In time, as they see you losing weight and getting healthy, they may come around.
My best friend, who has zero addiction issues, has lived this curse with me since we were six years old. She was (and continues to be) very supportive. However, in my initial decision for a gastric bypass, she was VERY worried.....and we argued about it. It was hard to grasp that she was truly concerned, and not judging.
Stay strong in your decision. It's your life, and you have to make choices based on what is best for YOU, and not what other people think you should or shouldn't do.
Hang in there.....

Awesome! We had surgery on the same day!! Whats typically on your menu for the day? Are you using My Fitness Pal to track what you eat? I feel like I need more guidance in the nutrition area but haven't found time to call. I have 3.5cc in my band and dont really feel like I need a fill. I dont find myself to be hungry usually but I think thats due to 2 months of super low calories. I have a hard time getting over 800 calories a day because I am trying to minimize my carb intake. I dont have trouble eating anything except when I eat chicken if i take too big of a bite it can be quite uncomfortable.
Sounds like you are doing great!
Hope to keep in touch and watch your progress!

I also had Dr. Mardsen, and my surgery was also on April 5th 2013, in Richardson, Tx. I had to be there at 9:30am, my husband and kids were all there with me, I was so scared. I've list 35lbs since then, it seams to have slowed down, I go for my next appt. on May 29th, hopefully I feel more restriction. I have 4cc in my band now.

Anyone have Dr. Marsden for their surgery? Tell me all about him! I'm scheduled with him for April 5th.