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everything especially loosing 60 pounds only to put back on 80 over the next year and a half.... then when I heard about the Sleeve, I knew it was for me. A couple years of looking into bypass and not being able to do that to myself. Talked to Sleevers and researched it and was ready to go.... while waiting the 6 months for surgery a 4yr old asked, "Why are your legs so big?" that sealed the deal for me.

Despite losing all this weight, I'm still using my bi-pap machine because my sleep apnea has not resolved. Today I had to make a run to the office of the company that services my bi-pap machine for supplies. While there, I talked to the tech (Mary) who handles my case and she asked me about the pain level and complication rates of the sleeve. Since this gal is tiny, I was curious about why she was asking these questions and she took me deep into the office to meet one of her co-workers, who I'll call Jane.
Jane is about 300 pounds, in her mid-30's and has been researching WLS, including both the band and the sleeve. Mary asked me to talk to Jane about my surgery and I was really happy that I keep before and after photos on my phone. I was able to answer quite a few questions for Jane, and for a couple of other ladies in the office. One of the other ladies in there made the comment that I've lost her entire body weight...and then she told Jane that WLS is a drastic step "just to lose some weight". I spoke up and said, "Yeah, it's drastic. It's also life-saving". Mary backed me up on how sad, sick, and dejected I was before my sleeve. None of them could deny that I am happier, more willing to talk to strangers and much more energetic now that I was pre-op.
I don't know if Jane will look into VSG, but I gave her my phone number, my doctor's phone number, his website, and directions to VST (here!). Mary, the tech, told me that she mentions me often to people who she thinks would benefit from WLS because she's seen my progress over the last 15 months. Strangely enough, I don't mind that she tells people about my story. IMO, if I inspire one person to create a new life for themselves, then it's worth it for people to talk about me.
I felt like a million bucks being able to tell Jane my story...and that Mary felt my story was important and special enough to drag me in to see her friend.

100 pounds gone...... Sorry about the first pic I just woke up

Before and during - pre-op and 3 months out.

congrats! (smart plan to resist weighing for a while)

I FINALLY made it to onederland! I weighed myself four times this morning because I couldn't believe my eyes! I giggled like a school girl everytime I saw it. I have been in a slump all of october but today I finally did it I am so excited and I've decided to quit weighing for a while because I don't want to see 200 or higher again I still have to get to 140, but for now my next goal is minus 20 more lbs. Yeah me!!

I'm soooo glad I found this group. I am 6'0 currently at 309, my highest ever. I had a baby in January so that contributed an extra 25 pounds. I have always carried my weight well just because of the tallest, but I played basketball and have always been active. Now, I'm 37 and can not get this weight to move. So I am scheduled to have my surgery on Nov. 19 at 7 AM, first one of the day. So I am looking forward to my new life and praying to be sucessfully with this process. Enjoyed reading all the post and I am encouraged for sure. I am currently in a size 20-22 pants, and XL-2xL shirts, in a size 11W shoe. Looking forward to those numbers dropping in all areas!!
What was the recovery time after surgery for everyone?

Starting weight 243
Current weight 137
Surgery date 01/23/12
LOVE MY SLEEVE!!!

I am wanting to lose 150 lbs. I have already lost about 89 lbs so far so I think the goal is attainable.

I crossed the 300 line and weighed 299 this morning!!!!!!!!!!!

Ditto my man. I just reached 299 this morning. Thank sweet baby Jesus I'm done with the 300's and 4xl shirts. Congratulations on your accomplishment.

These last 24 hours have been crazy. For some who might remember back in September I was diagnosed with Barretts and told I could either have rny or find a new surgeon who would still do the surgery. Well I got a second opinion and I do not have Barretts! The test was wrong. My Dr called me at 8pm last night at home to discuss and said I could have the surgery.
So I went from probably not having it to they submitted my case to insurance today!
Wow I'm a mixed bag of emotions right now!!!!
I just had to share with you all. I will hopefully be sleeved by the end of the year. Woohoo.

everything especially loosing 60 pounds only to put back on 80 over the next year and a half.... then when I heard about the Sleeve, I knew it was for me. A couple years of looking into bypass and not being able to do that to myself. Talked to Sleevers and researched it and was ready to go.... while waiting the 6 months for surgery a 4yr old asked, "Why are your legs so big?" that sealed the deal for me.

Hi all August Sleevers,
I was sleeved at St. Lukes in Boise Idaho late in the afternoon August 16, 2012 by Dr. Korn and his staff. I had a very easy time released on the morning of the 18th, was out and about visiting friends on the 19th visited a support group on the 21st. and rode my Ultra Classic Electra Glide on September 2, 2012 I have gone from no exercise to riding five miles on my bicycle, walking one mile a day, and visiting the gym three time a week! The day of the surgery my weight was 370 today I am at 300 looking at the edge that will take me to the two hundreds!!!!! FEELING and DOING GREAT!!!!

Hi August Sleevers, I dont get on here much and check any more but for those that havent rolled on over to our Facebook group here is the information its secret private group so no ones sees it, you have to add me as a friend then I can put you in it....we have a great supportive group there, most coming from here, so if your not in it here is my infor to add me http://www.facebook.com/klyn.mcmickell

Happy dance....first time in my life Im in the 150's. Best day in years!

Hello everyone. I am 6 months out and down 126 lbs. I know I love seeing progress photos...so here are mine!
I follow the 600-800 calorie/min 60 protein/min 64 oz water/under 40 carbs plan. I walk 2-5 miles a week.

I will be 5 months on Monday so I thought I would post pics. My weight loss has slowed down considerably but as of today I've lost 77 Pounds.

Excited for the continuation of this journey and blessed to have had it so easy. No complications and able to eat everything and meet liquid and Protein requirements. These pants are the one pair I have saved for photos as I travel down to my goal. Thanks to all who have participated on this site to inform, encourage and entertain me. I appreciate you all!

So 82 pounds and 7 1/2 months later, I just played hide and seek with my 6 & 2 year old. Woo-hoo!

Excited for the continuation of this journey and blessed to have had it so easy. No complications and able to eat everything and meet liquid and Protein requirements. These pants are the one pair I have saved for photos as I travel down to my goal. Thanks to all who have participated on this site to inform, encourage and entertain me. I appreciate you all!

Excited for the continuation of this journey and blessed to have had it so easy. No complications and able to eat everything and meet liquid and Protein requirements. These pants are the one pair I have saved for photos as I travel down to my goal. Thanks to all who have participated on this site to inform, encourage and entertain me. I appreciate you all!

Excited for the continuation of this journey and blessed to have had it so easy. No complications and able to eat everything and meet liquid and Protein requirements. These pants are the one pair I have saved for photos as I travel down to my goal. Thanks to all who have participated on this site to inform, encourage and entertain me. I appreciate you all!

Wow!!! That's amazing. I know it must feel so good to have that 60 pounds gone forever. Congrats on the loss!