The Candidate

My fingers are crossed for you! So is my intestines but that's due to the RNY. ???? Good luck!

You are definitely on a fantastic roll! Keep up the great work!

Congrats on crossing the big divide!

I wish you both luck and happiness as you near your surgery day. Congrats!

Welcome and congrats on your upcoming surgery. Your back history is a familiar refrain around here. And I can tell you that this will definitely be different than other past weight loss attempts. For one, your body finally begins to work with you rather than against you. Allowing you to lose the weight, and most importantly, keep it off long term. This is the first time in my life that my weight isn't controlling me. I have no regrets and I don't think you will either. Best of luck!

I'm old enough to remember a time when there was no email, voicemail, text, or even answering machines. And the vast majority of people still managed to make it to their appointments on time, without the aid of technological reminders.

Sorry to hear about your difficulties thus far. I sure hope your tides turn for the better soon. Best of luck!

Wishing you the best on your surgery day!

Congratulations on your approval and surgery date!

You can began walking immediately, and then increase your type of workout as directed by your doctor. I'm 12 weeks out. I use a treadmill, bike, and elliptical. I've also been swimming and take a yoga class.

Happy surgerversary! You look incredible!

Just take a deep breath. Both you and your family are going to be fine. And always remember that you're doing this to be healthy, so you'll live longer, and can be around when your kids have kids. You'll do fine. ????

Ahh... Last day at work. I remember it well. But then I had to go back. ???? I also remember the excitement you're feeling now. It's a lot to take in, I know, but you'll be fine! Congrats!

You most certainly have lost weight. I can see it clearly. Congrats!

So good to hear it all went well.

Already a week old! Congrats! ????

There is just no way around the waiting issue. I spent a year in that purgatory, so I know how you feel. But your day will come and this will all fade away like it never happened at all. Hang in there and best of luck!

You're wise enough to recognize potentially unhealthy behavior, and have the gumption to do something about it. So you are in no way a "bad sleever." ????

I am so sorry to hear this. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you the best.

Once I began taking a stool softener daily, I've had no issues.

Mine was very easy. There were no written tests. It's was just a pleasant comfortable one on one conversation. She asked about my support system, my knowledge of the procedure and my expectations. My past diet and health history. We talked about family. It took like 15 minutes, and at the end she said she would be recommending me for surgery. I was anxious going in too, but it was for nothing. Easy peasy. Good luck!

Welcome and a hearty congratulations on your recent surgery. Best of luck!

I hope you get it overturned. Stay positive and good luck!

Congrats on the passing grade! One step closer to surgery!

Congrats for you! You'll do fine!