packerfan

I have my first appointment with my Dr tomorrow to discuss sleeve surgery. She is actually the nurse practitioner but I see her instead of the Dr for most everything. I may have to see him at some point in this process. She is actually the one who suggested this for me. High BP and cholesterol are controlled with medication but I haven't been able to lose any weight. I have arthritis in my knees and back and need to do something. At first, I dismissed the thought of doing this surgery. Months later, I decided to research the issue and have decided to tell my Dr that I am ready to pursue this plan. I am 51 and at this point, I just need to get on the right track so I can stay around to old age!

Part of me is naturally terrified, but after researching I am also excited about the prospect of finally being able to LIVE.

It's a giant undertaking, but if all of you can do it, so can I!

So...away we go!

Although I am pre-surgery...thought this journey thus far I have done alot of reading and tried to keep up with the latest information the pro's and con's of the post-op.

Contrary to what some may think, most of the GoodWill Stores here actually have some decent clothing..some even new, and since the medical bills with co pays, and now a 2 grand deductable for my surgery...going out and spending alot of money "that I don't have" on a new wardrobe, I will just pick up some things at GoodWill to hold me over through fluxuations. I DID however, make a promise to myself that the first 40 pounds...I will get something new..as a reward...the next 20 pounds..again..I will again get something nice....20...20..20..and when I reach my ultimate Goal...I VOWED...I was going to have that Black Leather Jacket I have always wanted..but couldn't because they didn't make my size and if they did..it just wouldn't look the same....why a black leather jacket you ask??? Because I have a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle that I wearing that jacket would look just amazing on.

I am brand new here...my 1st post! I was looking for info on how to manage the wardrobe with rapid weight loss. Your comment about the Harley made me smile. I just decided to buy one when my car was paid off. Now I might have to spend the $$ on skin removal, but the Harley is still on my bucket list! Maybe a reward for weight loss!