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I watched this and was angered and saddened. Her husband was definitely an enabler, but I had a bit of empathy for him...have you seen the episode where the husband is truly awful? I wish I could remember the name of the wife/episode. She met her husband through a fat acceptance group and he DID NOT want her to lose weight, he was sabotaging her efforts at every turn.

I have been watching this show too. Overall I feel like it's a fair and accurate portrayal. The one lady who had the son and husband who temporarily moved from Maryland to Texas (can't remember her name) was frustrating to watch, I thought. As frustrated as I was though, I did really feel for her and the denial.
I really like the doctor. His dedication and sincere sense of caring and wanting to help really shines through...he's also tough when he feels he needs to be.

I was sleeved 9 months ago at 367. I'm now 186 and feeling great.

One year ago today I was operated on. I weighed 367, had very high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and not a lot of energy. Today I weigh 175, am off of medications, etc. and feel so much better. This forum has been such a great help. 

One year ago today I was operated on. I weighed 367, had very high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and not a lot of energy. Today I weigh 175, am off of medications, etc. and feel so much better. This forum has been such a great help. 

One year ago today I was operated on. I weighed 367, had very high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and not a lot of energy. Today I weigh 175, am off of medications, etc. and feel so much better. This forum has been such a great help. 

Best thing I've read in a long time.

Best thing I've read in a long time.

Best thing I've read in a long time.

Best thing I've read in a long time.

I was sleeved 9 months ago at 367. I'm now 186 and feeling great.

At the beginning of my body change the sleeve and attending concerns enveloped the majority of my attention. The struggle to get it going, establishing guide lines, noting progress, mourning slow downs, and in the end, rejoicing exceedingly about my new body.
Now, coming up on my second year, my attention is being diverted by life itself. I am maintaining near my low weight and activity is at athletic level as I promised myself at the beginning. I had an empty feeling period when I asked myself the question, "Now what?"
This new body is just a part of who I am. It is no longer a hindrance, it now best serves me by not drawing attention to itself. It has become a vehicle to take my mind and soul to destinations and tasks. I have energy to express my heart and my body no longer blocks my reaching out.
I no longer have my body to use as an excuse for inactivity and introversion. I no longer hide behind shame. Now is the time to explore the other parts of myself and my relationship with those around me and the world in general. I have made a friend of myself and in so doing have deemed what love I have to offer as worthy to be shared. I have discovered that giving love is the quickest path to getting it.
I have a default eating, drinking, and exercise policy. I may step out for a bit but return to default quickly. I don't kick my butt for it, I am my friend now. If I don't have fun being me I won't be any fun to be around.
My grown daughter called me contagious the other day. It was one of the best things my ears have ever heard.

I'm a tall guy (6'3"). I was 367 at surgery (almost a year ago) and have lost 192 lbs -- putting me at 175 for the past few weeks.

Thanks for posting the pic -- looks great!

You can buy the diet SodaStream syrups and just mix them with regular Water -- it's not the same as carbonated soda but it tastes good and quells the cravings a bit.

Ok all you post op sleevers! How did you spend your day?? Did you take any pics? I'm like the "selfie" queen these days But today for thanksgiving my little family unit did our traditional thanksgiving at the beach. For the last 6 years I cook everything the day before (and they all eat like piggies) then on thanksgiving proper we pack up turkey sandwiches and spend the day giving thanks at the beach Here are some of my pictures, Please show me some of yours!

I was sleeved 9 months ago at 367. I'm now 186 and feeling great.

I've been using the FitBit Flex since late May and really couldn't be happier. Well, I guess I could be -- they just released a newer version that has a watch on it -- that's a small complaint though...
I really like it and love how it jives with My Fitness Pal -- the two apps sync up and work really well, in my opinion.

I was sleeved 9 months ago at 367. I'm now 186 and feeling great.

I was sleeved 9 months ago at 367. I'm now 186 and feeling great.

I don't know that I'm exactly inspirational, but I'm feeling really good and I'm really proud of myself.
I was sleeved on 12/19/2012. I am 43 years old and weighed 367. I am 6'3". I've lost a total of 127 pounds.

I think "Pour Some Sugar On Me" is by Def Leppard.

So blessed!!!!
9 months out
Start weight 246
Today's weight 135
111 pounds gone FOREVER
NEVER looking back!!!! THIS is living!! We all deserve to feel this way!!!!

Way to go!