melody2

I am so sorry....my heart hurts for you. You did the right thing and count this as a blessing. It may not feel like a blessing but God just did you a huge favor. Now it's time to focus on the amazing future ahead....with you leading the charge. Remember that courage is found when times are tough. You have courage.

I am so sorry....my heart hurts for you. You did the right thing and count this as a blessing. It may not feel like a blessing but God just did you a huge favor. Now it's time to focus on the amazing future ahead....with you leading the charge. Remember that courage is found when times are tough. You have courage.

Thank you for sharing your story. I felt the same way after surgery and simply drying my hair exhausted me. Each day is getting better...thanks for showing "determination in motion." It's motivated me to put on my walking shoes! Thank.

Thank you for sharing your story. I felt the same way after surgery and simply drying my hair exhausted me. Each day is getting better...thanks for showing "determination in motion." It's motivated me to put on my walking shoes! Thank.

it takes times to move to each stage. the first day on pureed was a challenge....I could handle maybe 2-3 teaspoons. Also, it's the only day that I actually lost my lunch, per se. I eased into this stage using liquids and pureed. It's much better now.

No doubt, it's very difficult. Smoking, food or alcohol act the same--they make us weaker in the end. Think beyond the moment at hand and imagine what you will feel like if you don't give in to the temptation....possibly how will you feel if you do give in to the temptation? Know that you are stronger than any temptation. Harder said than done....but possible.

What an awesome story about faith, hope and determination. I hope you are feeling better today. Remember to take care of "you" as this was a fairly major surgery. The soreness and fatigue will pass---remember to take it easy and nurse yourself back to health.

Prayers are sent your way. I know the waiting is hard.

So sorry you're having a tough time. Make sure you're getting enough fluids. Thoughts and prayers sent your way.

Congratulations! The hard work is paying off. The sleeve is a jump start but it doesn't replace eating healthy and exercise. That's the cool thing about the sleeve.....it gives us motivation.

Way to go! It's ok to celebrate and ok to remain private about the surgery....it's your life and your journey.