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seeing how much healthier u are obviously makes it difficult to understand how anyone wouldn't want to share in this major triumph of successful weight loss. You look absolutely amazing! Another tool for weight loss besides your lovely pics would be talking to others who are still a long way from reaching wt loss goal....what hv u to say about any tips u found along the way that worked for u,any daily routines,exercise regimen,etc?? Thanks

Love it Bill....u sound like a great guy who got off the path of fear & the unknown onto the road of joy & anticipation! Please write regularly to keep us all updated,ok? The good,bad & the handsome, hehe.

Maybe it's decreased estrogen & more of a hormone thing? I had heard of this before but just got a reminder from other poster on diff thread that fat cells store the estrogen & as you lose weight,decreased fat along with decreased estrogen which amounts to mood swings,depression,hot flashes, increased perspiration,insomnia. Also,if u can spend time outside,bundle up real good with extra clothing if cold temps, but get out & soak up some sunshine & we all know how good exercise makes us feel. Going out & taking a nice walk can be invigorating! Helps mentally & physically. Get you a Victoria Secret catalog & start mentally shopping for all the gorgeous stuff you can eventually wear. Most of all, find ways to help others,not a better feeling in the world,takes your mind off your " issues" & puts your attention on others...more happiness in giving than receiving.

Good morning. I'm definitely interested & wondering where u are located. Thanks

Thanks for the tip as I too have been struggling with the liquid issue. :-)

There are medical horror stories with just about every procedure out there.It is a sad fact.That is why I would not ever want to sway anyone in which direction they should take; which type WLS,surgery State side or abroad,dietary choices,etc. Unless someone asks a question in general or My experiences,I don't mind sharing my particular choices & the outcome but wouldn't want to be responsible for some one else's misery. I hope everyone has 100% good results without any complications but believe that is going to happen is not being realistic...we don't live in a perfect world,so why expect perfection in all cases? It is very,very sad for this person in the link. She had free choice,just like each one of us. Weigh out the pros & cons,then proceed in the direction that you feel is right for you. I went to Costa Rica & got the gastric sleeve without any complications,None. Same with plastic surgery procedures but that is no guarantee that the next person won't. Years ago,I had a bladder sling & a friend of mine wanted my opinion of the doctor & her skills. I bragged about how wonderful bedside manners were,skills top notch & 'yes,oh yes! Go to her.You won't be disappointed'. She did have unwanted results & to this day,won't speak to me. Lesson learned.

Obviously u are in a lot of pain but please, don't take anyone's advice on an Internet site for weight loss & expect to find answers from complete strangers. Marriage is much too sacred to turn over to ppl that don't know Anything about what all is @ stake with you & ur husband. Do u have family,friends or minister,counselor (even if he refuses to go) that can give u emotional support & help u through this crisis? I hope you find the right answers that will work best for everyone concerned.

Three years is a very long time, a reflection of how determined u r to get healthier. CONGRATS!

You look good!.....in both pics but we know how we luv skinnier in here! Nice work. Do u exercise daily & if so, what kind?...gym,walking?

Seriously...you don't even look like the same person! Maybe the younger sister of the lady in black. Would you mind sharing how you handled your sleeve adjustment phase? Thanks!

Wonderful! VERY happy for you. Thank you for sharing.

The thing about starting out with liquids in amounts your surgeon recommends is so your incision line can heal. It's not only for weight loss.You have to treat it gently so there won't be any leaks or bleeding. Overeating or putting solids in there too soon could lead to a whole lot of pain & misery. The sensation you are feeling will eventually pass. What helped me more than anything was heated,clear chicken broth,the homemade kind. Wonderful that you are already back to work. Good way to help be distracted & maybe not focus completely on food.

All your goals for the future sound very reachable.You do have a lot to look forward to. My goal, because of being so vain, is getting a tummy tuck & then going on a wild clothes shopping trip. Nice,positive question. Thanks

delta_girl....I don't mean to sound unthankful because getting responses mean so much.... Your references to not concerned with size of fundus but was of impact on grhelin, & that you eat out constantly & fan of beer & wine, surgeons reply to do. nothing when hungry....no doubt,good advice & points made.

Congratulations! Lots of hard work no doubt. Can't listen to other ppl always. Folks would tell me I didn't Really need to have WLS!? You look nice in pics. Your doctor will let you know if your weight is not at a healthy amount. Right?