MisforMimi

I'm glad you're here! :-)

I am glad you are seeing someone that specializes in eating disorders. It will never make sense to me why people who have NO experience with eating disorders get to make decisions about surgery for people who have them. My guess is that even bariatric doctors don't understand them. A lot of us on here have patterns of disordered eating that obviously have not served us....My other question is do you 'believe' your diagnoses are accurate/up-to-date? Sometime whats in the chart is just what's in the chart. Idk just some thoughts.... I too worry about maintaining a 'lifestyle' for myself. I have a long history of ADD which typically acts out as being able to be totally rigid for a long while and then falling off and unable to follow a program....my hope is that with the surgery hormones will be regulated and adjusted which will make continuing easier....I read somewhere that brain function is improved with WLS in an article on this site.... Good luck to you, keep us posted....

The next Seattle Meetup (North) is at Lyons Den Cafe in Bothell Sun.1/25 at 3PM. More details to come soon. Its a drive from Skagit, but we'd welcome just the same! @@jjinWA I was looking for your email...PM about how MX went!!

I'm Thurs 1/15, too! Pre-op starts 1/1. I'm a little nervous, I doubt I'll back out. I made it through the 6 month supervised diet, the consult, the NUT and the Psych eval. I just need my pre-op appointment and I'm in like Flynn! Let me go call these folks!

@@flavaofbravery, I just wanted to add (and if its not appropriate, I can accept that) that one) I 100% support everyone who feels/thinks WLS may be for them. No question. And two) I also support you getting a 2nd and 3rd opinion. One thing I just wanted to say is that I would advise you not put the energy out there that being "emotionally disabled" as you say is something that you can't do anything about. This is safe space for ppl to speak about there issues but I just wanted you to know that healing from past emotional traumas is possible, depending on the severity. I'm sure you've been to gobs of therapy, but you've got to let the next bariatric team know that you are capable, ready to go through your trauma to see it to the other side, that you are resilient, that you are believing and actively working toward emotional healing whether you have the surgery or not. I think you may have accidentally presented WLS as your 'solution' and you need to make it very clear to everyone that you will be using this as a 'tool' in conjunction with support groups, therapy, water-based physical therapy until you can move more etc etc I really really hope you can somehow get this surgery. PS, I can tell by your handle that you get what I'm talking about!

@@jessiereece Thursday, Jan 15th

Super cute!

Try posting veterans or men's support area. Congratulations on your success! I'm astonished at your energy level and I'm hoping for some of that. I do believe my weight and lack of energy has seriously held me back in my career.

@@jessiereece We start pre-op diets the same day. what a refreshing way to start the new year!?

There is a meet-up for anyone in any part of the process for any surgery at the Lyons Den cafe in Bothell. Next meeting is Jan 25 at 3PM.

They make it seem kinda grave, though. Its good for 6 months from now BUT if I back out I cannot request bariatric surgery of any kind for THREE YEARS. At that point, I would have to re-do all the requirements again. Phew! OK, good thing I'm not planning on backing out!

Well, I thought I'd chime in here and folks won't agree with me at first BUT like someone hinted to above, having a surgery will make the process of loosing weight EASIER not easy. But the body will respond and be able to take advantage of advanced technology in the area of weight loss/bariatrics. We use smart phones, we use apps to get rides, we use apps to borrow vehicles, we don't wash our dishes by hand (well I do, no dishwasher here). In every area of modern life its acceptable to utilize technology to MAKE LIFE EASIER....why is it necessary for everyone to "Biggest Loser" a weight loss, I will never understand.

@@Jolisue, Thank you for saying that. I need to stay in reality about my situation. This surgery is not going to cure my head and that's where my crazy thoughts, rationalizations and madness lives!!! LOL...I am on the hunt for a therapist, I have 2 support groups and I just hope I don't get into self sabotage. Everyone talks about how excited they are to be thin and I've been thinner before after loosing 140 pounds and I have to say it was in addition to thrilling it was one of the scariest experiences of my life. Having been overweight the majority of my life and then suddenly being in a small body had such a weird and unfamiliar feeling. I think I secretly wanted to put back on some pounds and go back into hiding, get less attention, not feel that electric zing when bones would start appearing and rubbing against each other....hence the therapist and support group. Glad to hear about your success!

@@Aussie chick, I am camera shy so much, my Facebook newsfeed is filled with news articles and pictures of my kids. Never me. Selfies? Hell no! But I can't wait for pictures of me. Probably still not selfies, just regular old pictures!

Wow! These photos are are funny! My picture is showing up as everyone on my phone! :-)

@@scientist35 I'm one day behind you!

@@dmaddox1, Your pre-op diet sounds similar to mine. I am also allowed sugar free Jello, pudding and broths, and I can add reduced fat milk to my shakes....I would definitely check-in, maybe they have allowances that will make this more tolerable for you. Good luck

Yea, I say no beating yourself up! Head up....move forward toward your goals. I think the name of the game is going to be figuring out how to move through life's challenges without that constant companion we all know and love and HATE!! You got this...maybe breaking up or taking time off is a good thing now to help you focus your attention on the task at hand...reclaiming your health!

@@anaxila, We are going through the same thing sorta about employment, well maybe. I'm one of 2 final candidates for a new position (same employer, different site). Offers will be made next week. I'm going to have to tell them that my surgery is scheduled 1/15, it is somewhat flexible, but I've gotten my heart, mind set on the date. My pre-op diet would start 1/1. Anyways, if I get the position I want to be flexible but also consider how much work I've done in preparation and I can only take 2 weeks off. With a new job, that's all I feel comfortable with. I'm nervous about a general anesthetic. Never had one. My daughter had her tonsils out and got a general only for 30 minutes, tho. No problem. I think was a little freaky for her. She was so brave, so mommy has to be brave too! LOL...both my parents have done well with generals, so not likely to be an issue... I'm excited to be off BP meds, wear new cute clothes, feel comfortable in swimsuit and swim in my pool.

@@bobbyswife, I know, I know I was just saying that because only women have posted thus far! Chime away, fellas!

I feel like this thread could be moved to the powder room...but I've 4 words for you ladies....MATCHING BRA AND PANTIES!!!!!

Believe it or not, employers place the clause that excludes weight loss surgery most of the time....insurance companies don't care one our another

@@laurenella82 Girl. You ain't playin!!!!! Dope outfit!

@@Bandista How could I forget?! I bought a house last year with a huge swimming pool and I've been hiding in my house when guests come over for a dip for 2 summers in a row! I'm always in charge of the food....LOL...No more!

I have been dreaming of what my new style will be when I can stop shopping the clearance rack at Lane Bryant. I'm definitely going for some tomboy chic- skinny, ripped distressed jeans, over-sized or fitting shirts, loose blazers and heels!!! I've always wanted to wear (bow) ties, suspenders or hats and not look like I'm auditioning to be a clown!