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I know this is a hard situation. I was in a relationship that was similar but different. My ex of 3 years was my best friend. I loved him so much, would do anything for him, support him and was a mother to his kids when there real mom was nowhere to be found. But behind closed doors he was what they call a "feeder" and he was trying to control me and force me into gaining weight. I've struggled with weight my whole life and having someone that loved the fat me was wonderful. But I knew it wasn't healthy and I couldn't continue to be with this person that was 85% perfect for me. Leaving him was the hardest thing I've ever had to do, but I did it. One year later I was sleeved and I've now lost a total of 115lbs. And only have 10 more lbs to lose to be under 200lbs!!!!! I feel so much better. Do I miss him? Every damn day. But I'm now in a relationship with a man that supports me and loves me and wants me to be happy and succeed, no matter what. My point is that even if you can't see it now... There is a whole world out there for you. He is not it. You need a partner... Not an anchor. Best of luck to you sweetie.

Thanks for your support! Still haven't lost anything...

I'm feeling very upset with myself. I'm 7 weeks post op and have lost 42lbs since surgery. But I've stayed the same for 2 weeks. No change at all! I feel like this is it! I've lost all this tool is going to allow me to lose, I'm destined to be fat! I'm a failure.

It's called NDS. We manufacture drainage products.

I know where Porterville is. The company I work for has a plant in Lindsay. I'm up there a few times a month. If you'd like a friend... Maybe we can meet sometime.

I'm in Van Nuys (Los Angeles County)

So my doctor doesn't have a Nut they work with... I think I should have one. Does anyone know if they take insurance? Where could I find them?

I've had a horrible night!!!! I sat and watched all my co workers eat cheese fries, wings, lobster and steak along with beers and cocktails. I tried to eat some tuna and 15 mins later got so sick and have been throwing up since. This sucks

I do flavor my water with CrystalLight. I do tend to do better with warm liquids. I tried to eat some turkey chili today for lunch. I did ok but couldn't get more than 2oz in.

Ok friends... I need your help! Im about 2 weeks post op and I'm having a very hard time getting in my fluids and protein. I can't stand the taste of any of the protein shakes I've tried, I can eat soups and yogurt but that's not giving me enough protein. I've been able to eat babybel light cheese... Hope that's ok! I can't seem to get more than 25-35oz of water in daily. I can't explain why... It's just very hard. If I force myself on any of the above I slime. What an I doing wrong???

I'm in! Starting weight: 270 Date of Surgery: 9/14/12 Current Weight: 243 Goal weight by 10/31/12: 220!!! ????????

I am 2 weeks post op and I have had this happen 3 times. I think I eat or drink to fast and thats when it haoppen. The first time I was eating tomato Soup and Beans and after the third bite I felt like I was filled to the gills and couldnt swallow anything. I was neauseous and I just felt aweful!! I had to run in to the restroom and spit it up. There wasnt much food just this thick saliva. Not pleasent at all!!! I had it a little last night after taking my gummie Vitamins.

I'll be flying to AZ for a trade show this weekend and I'm still on liquids... What can I eat when I'm out traveling? I can't carry my yogurt, protein shakes and soups with me. In afraid of foods that are to high in sodium and fat. Any suggestions?

I tried to enter that group, I too am in SoCal and would love to meet people sharing the same journey as myself. But when I tried to enter it asked for a password. Do you need a password?

Los Angeles, CA

I am 6 days out. I'm feeling great still have a little tenderness in my side and one of the smaller incisions under my bra line is irritated. I haven't been able to get my Protein in. I bought Isopure and some other clear protein solutions and they are all way to sweet!!! Make my stomach turn with one sip. Today I started drinking protein shakes- hope that's not a no no. I haven't been given the ok to move from clear to pure liquids. I have my one week post op appt tomorrow afternoon. I've been up and active since the day after surgery. On Sunday I went and got my nails done and walked around the dog park for 20 mins. I returned to work on Wednesday. So far so good... Just really trying to get my Water and protein in daily. That's my struggle at the moment. Can't wait to hear how the rest of my Sept sleevers are doing. Here are my numbers: 270 week before surgery 261 day of surgery 9/14 267 day after surgery 9/15 Today I was 250.6. 9/20 That's a total of 19.4 lbs

I did the HCG diet starting in December of last year; I lost 60 lbs in 2 months and have kept it off.

Hey guys! Surgery went well. Very groggy and have little to no pain just some discomfort. So far the only issue is that I can't pee.

I'll be thinking about you ladies! Keep me posted.

Good luck to all the Sept 14 Sleevers!!! I will be arriving at the hospital at 9:30 tomorrow morning. Can't wait!!

Got off the phone with my doctor. I have to be there at 9:30 tomorrow morning!!!

I'm having surgery TOMORROW!!! And whenever I come on here I see a lot of horror stories about the surgery. Any good stories? I would told I'd only be in the hospital for one night and up and walking the next day. I really hope that's the case. I'm getting worried...

So cool!!! SoReady, where are you having your surgery? Are you in the pre-op diet?

I'm Sept 14th too!!!