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I guess I just didn't want everyone on my fb to know. I had already made my mind up and was tired of people talking about it. I would rather post a picture in 6 months and have people freak! I mean I want to scream" Hey fuckers I lost 24 pounds in 3 weeks" but i don't! haha I'll just share with you all We can become our own little support group! If y'all want to share a little information about yourself. You dont have too just an idea!

My surgeon had a superman tee shirt underneath his scrubs this morning. That's the last thing I remember. How awesome is that?
So, I am starving!! My nurse says its probably thirst, but I assured her you don't get to be my size without being familiar hunger(-;
I am so pleased with how I've been treated. They gave me some awesome lip moisturizer. I brought all kinds of stuff, but no need. They have these little sponges for me to suck on. Perfect little sips.
Did I mention that IM STARVING??? The gas pains are the only issues. Behind my chest and ribs. DID I MENTION MY STOMACH IS BBQing MY RIBS??
I hope all of you pre-opers have as easy as an experience day of surgery as I did. I might have already mentioned that I'm STARVING!

My own mom said, " your hair looks longer now that your hunch back is gone." Really? She also said "oh great, now you weigh less than me. I know this would f'ing happen." Way to be supportive MOM! I think I sense some jealousy there huh?! I just shrug it off. I really don't care what others say. I did this for ME!

...but you're not big enough! Oh, yeah? BMI 47 is apparently twig-thin.
...but won't you have all that sagging skin? Oh, please.
...but you won't EVER be able to eat good things again! Oh, really! My sister does just fine and she's lost over 100 with vsg.
It's just a whole bunch of garbage. My most hated comment is...well, my friend's mom's brother's friend's uncle's wife HAD it and gained ALL the weight back!
Ugh.

Loveit. what do they think happened in that operating room, that they implanted a weight loss fairy and they are doing all the work???. Crazy People

None of us are saying its okay. Which one of us has done that? We're telling her she can do it, she can make the right choices. I need to withdraw from this. Maybe we need to agree to disagree : )

Thanks Jane C and hpineda, I truly appreciate your words of encouragement. As for the other young lady, please don't get it twisted. Im doing extremely well with my weight lost. I would appreciate it if you would not continue to comment on my thread. I utilize this site to work on behaviors I struggle with, BUT I feel get and look even better.

I understand the need for directness but its not at all okay to tell any one of us that we don't deserve something. While I'm sure you meant well, there are ways to be both truthful and supportive.
That kind of "Tough sh*t" thinking is definitely helpful to some people (myself included) but it can actually be harmful and counterproductive for a lot of people, like a few members of my WLS support group.
Swilkins, you can do this, and there are many strategies that will help you find success. I'm cheering for you to find the one that works best for you. It will be hard. But believe in yourself and love yourself.

I agree with mommytyree. The pretty face comment drives me crazy! People really are clueless.

I am originally from Norwich NY in Chenango county

On week two too. 23lbs for me per home scale. let's keep this going!

welcome and congrats for deciding to get healthier. You are young and have many many years ahead of you. They might as well be years you can enjoy. I feel like I have lost more than half my life to feeling bad. I am ready for this second part of life to be healthier and to LIVE.

Congratulations to you for making your decision. Half the battle is making the choice that is right for you. We all can empathise with you...please share your journey with us...

Hello all! Glad to hear we are all progressing. Today I can switch to full liquids. Scared of milk (Stephanie I'm glad you posted that and good luck at work). May try some lactose free Protein today. The one I have is very thin.
Glad all of you are losing!!! I'm a week from RNY but only three from my stricture surgery so I still look like a Macy's day float lol!
I don't really have head hunger but I watched my hubby make turkey sandwiches yesterday like my dogs do! :-)

I'm home!

I'm home!

Kellbell: your post sounds exactly like me. I hate myself and I am ashamed of being at this state. It consumes me. I'm doing much better about it. My surgery was last week and even felt like I was being punished when I had to have a second surgery for a stricture. Things are ok now. But I hear you. This board has been a tremendous help. Please reach out if you have any questions or just need a pep talk. You have already found friends!!

You should start a new thread for singles looking to date!!! It would be wonderful if u found someone who knows about the surgery.
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Rhonda, you look great!!! U go girl!!!!

I know exactly how you are both feeling. You're going through a lot of emotions right now. Everyday it will get better, trust me.

Me to Rochester you?

You look great ! How much have u lost?

Surgery date 10/29
Down 28lbs
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I agree with mommytyree. The pretty face comment drives me crazy! People really are clueless.

Surgery date was 10/29. Down 21 lbs. Feeling pretty good. Can't wait until week #3 so I can eat tuna with mayo! Right now just pushing the Water, can have a teaspoon of unsweetened applesauce, a teaspoon of mashed potatoes, or yogurt.