bettyanne6249

So happy! Best decision ever Highest weight was 341. Now I'm 216

Hi! You all are doing so well!! For those of you who remember me, I wanted to give you an update. I finished chemotherapy in November, and was able to have vsg Feb. 18. My surgery was unusally painful and the doc suspected that it was because of the lung surgery I had not so long before. I am currently cancer free, losing weight and feeling awesome. I've missed you all.

I just don't feel like a diet pill is very healthy. You have the tool already, so you should use that.

Thank you! That is why I come here and ask, because I know I will get honest answers.. You are all right, I have the tool and just need to get back to using it better!. Thank you~

I just don't feel like a diet pill is very healthy. You have the tool already, so you should use that.

I just don't feel like a diet pill is very healthy. You have the tool already, so you should use that.

Hi everyone. It's been a long time since I've dropped by, but I just want to give an up date and a word of encouragement. I had my one year post-op yesterday. It was a bit late (2/14/12 surgery), but anywho. I was down #160 (335-175), twenty dress sizes (28-8) and over 252 inches. If I can do this, anyone can. I had my toes in the grave. I was on 21 meds and the doc told me I would die that way...whether I lost weight or not. Because of my problems he (my PCP) didn't think I would lost a huge amount (50-60#), but he encouraged me to have it do so I could 'feel a little better about myself.' Well, I'm glad to say I proved him wrong. I did lose weight and a lot of it. I also lost all of the meds and the cane/walker/wheelchair. I am a WALKING miracle. I give praise to God for my healing. Now because I was instantly miraculously healed, but because he allowed me to find the path and the means (insurance) to get what I needed to be healed. I do believe God instantly heals somethings in some people, but I also believe he uses the hand of good physicians to administer healing. This is the way he chose to give me mine. I encourage anyone that has had a long, unyielding struggle with obesity to talk to a doctor about WLS... Sleeve in particular. If you are on the edge trying to make up your mind, take my advice. Do it! You are sick? In pain? Lonely? Depressed? What are you holding on to! You have nothing to lose, but all of that. Are there risks? Yes. Is it hard? Yes. But come on. We all know the fat has a 100% chance of causing complication/death. Is it really that much of a gamble to take a 1% chance with a surgery. You're more likely to get killed in a car wreck on the way to get your next fast food burger. Do yourself and your family/friends a favor and choose life. I did and I would do it again and again.

Before surgery (28, 335#) and on my 1 year Surgiversary (8/10, 178#)

At my 1 year post op (8, 175#) holding my old size 28 skirt.

Side view. Now a size 8.
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WOW, it's nice to hear people who are from my home town!!!!!! Born in ft. Wayne , iN dec. 1970... I'm now living in Texas... I really miss home!!!

I was just getting around after my 9 am surgery. The minute I woke up, I thought (and said out loud) what in the heck did I just do to myself? I was in so much pain and so so thirsty. A friend had told me - even if you don't feel like it - get up and walk. That's what I did, almost non stop. I was ready to feel better and go home. Each day got easier and easier, I tracked everything I put in my mouth. Everything. It made me feel like I had some control over what I was going through.
Over time I started getting compliments, you look great or wow you've lost some weight. I look back now and yes, I had lost weight. What I think was so noticeable though was I was smiling - a lot. I didn't ever see my self as unhappy pre-surgery, but I was. I can admit it now. How could I not be? Who is happy with themselves at 368 pounds??
Today I still believe - 1 year later that I made the absolute best decision of my life. Not because I can shop at any store (but I can and its fun!!!) or that I don't have to worry about how the chairs will be wherever I go. It's because I feel great and I'm healthy. I'm happy and I am becoming the person I've always wanted to be. I wouldn't change a thing.
HW: 368
Pre: 368
Height: 5'6
Today: 204

100 down this morning!!! Pre op diet on Aug 7 and Surgery on Aug 28. Finally got to my first goal before the new year. I'm downright giddy today!


Beginning of August


This morning

Wow you look awesome. Great job...

Sleeved on Aug 28. Down 93 lbs feeling fantastic!!!

Sleeved on Aug 28. Down 93 lbs feeling fantastic!!!

I'm six five. Was cut on May 30th. Was 350 down to 245. addicted to P90X. Good job Friend!!!

You got dis Homes.
Im six five. I was 450 about 5 years ago. Was 350 surgery day four months ago, down 105 pounds. love it you"ll do great man.

I'm 26, 6'4" and being sleeved in 14 days (oct. 22)! I started at 380 in July and I'm 350ish now. Started my liquid diet yesterday and the next two weeks will be a major test of will!

I'm 27 been sleeved since October 5th and everything is moving along I'm 6ft 300 down 30lbs from surgery. I've been getting my liquids and slowly eating different foods. Not cleared to weight lift until the 30th so I cant wait.

I've always wondered what it will be like because of we go to dinner and he would notice that I'm barely eating anything. I kind of want to be up front and honest but then again I could always just say that I was nervous lol. I feel like it would be so much easier to date a guy who has gone through the same surgery!

I'm looking forward to being able to take my grandchildren to zoos and amusment parks and hikes and festivals and all sorts of wonderful experiences. It's just not as much fun when MaMaw is sitting on a scooter

I am SO excited to travel after surgery! I will be able to comfortably fit in an airplane seat & buckle without tears and embarrassment.

My first first date ever was a success! We talked for over an hour and a half and it never got awkward. I am reasonably sure he'll want to see me again.

Like you I want to date! Go on road trips, ride roller coasters, sit anywhere I want transfer to my dream college! I'm afraid of large campuses :/ Oh and not sweat from just walking for 5 minutes haha

I would loooove a WLS dating site!

Since surgery, I've lost 15 in almost 3 weeks. But with pre op it's 38 total.