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Oh Jen, that list is MY list!! Lol So many times, I've thought "I can't wait to have a towel wrap around me!" And my wedding ring...I tell people I don't like to wear jewelry as the reason I don't wear it. I can't wait for it to slip on! Girl, pick out those boots! You're going to earn them fast.

How exciting for us all!! I am going to go buy a "goal outfit." Something in a doable size that i would love the thin me to wear. Anyone else doing anything special?

I am November 4th! I, too, am going to Dr. Ortiz in Mexico. I am from Cleveland, OH. My sister is coming w me and we will add two days in San Diego after our 4 days in Mexico. I'll share stats so far... I'm 41, married with a 6 yr old HW 323 Weight the day I started pre-op(9/30) 313 Today 309 They want me at 290 on my surgery day so I am on Atkins from now till two weeks then Protein shakes and greens. Good luck, everyone!! I've seen someone from the October sleevers start a Facebook group. I don't know much about FB but if someone starts, is definitely join!

Wow, Ann! You're good at this!! You motivated ME and I haven't even had my surgery yet!! Let me know if you want a newb to mentor lol. My surgery is nov4

Yes ma'am!! We will all be losers very soon! Lol

I bet it's a definite plus. A husband and a 6 year old still expect full meals while I drink my liquids lol

Ty ladies. I'll definitely be bringing it up.

Start going to regular therapy to help you handle the emotional aspects. After I had my daughter I lost 96 lbs. as soon as I started feeling great, I slipped and ended up gaining 110 back. I ran my butt to therapy to figure out why I sabotage. It's not a quick fix but it sure helps you understand. It didn't help me lose weight, personally, but it showed me things about myself I needed to know. Good luck!

Did any of you have to take anything to calm you before the surgery? I am by no means a pill popper but the thought of anesthesia is the reason I have waited this long to have wls. I am 41, and never have been put under. How did you deal w the anxiety the day before or morning of surgery?

I can't wait to JUST SIT on a bench or a folding chair without having to gauge its ability to hold my weight.

Congrats! I wish I could but I have 2 other people here. Just loaded up at Costco lol

My bucket list is simple...be able to do all the things with my 6 year old that I now leave up to my husband.

I am 5 weeks away from surgery and doing well. I am committed to the pre-op and post-op eating plans. That being said...Saturday is my one and only food funeral. A nice big plate of Benihana and my last glass of pop. I feel good w the decision and I know it doesn't take away from my desire to change.

November 4th here! Dr. Ariel Ortiz. I am on Atkins for the next 3 weeks then the two week pre-op. Are you all hearing your friends and family's begging you to not go to Mexico too? They should know how much I research by now!

I have a 6 year old daughter. My surgery is in 6 weeks. I will be gone for 5 days(Mexico). I don't know what to tell her in advance. Or even after. I try so hard to keep her from weight talk. We speak of health versus size. How did you guys handle telling your kids, if you told them? Thanks

Do you eat full fat versions of things? Maybe add calories by just changing some foods out. I stalled once and my weight watchers leader told me to switch from low fat and sugar free to the normal versions to get my calories in. Mind you, I'm pre-op but I know how to add calories ???????????????? Good luck! You truly are an inspiration!

I think you look amazing and should stop. Even if you lose 5 lbs, you will see something else and then want another 5 gone. It's a vicious cycle. I believe it's time to stop and enjoy maintenance now as a beautiful and thin woman.

Gina-Marie, when is your surgery date?

Hi all, I've been reading for about a year while I saved money. Thank you all for sharing your stories that help motivate lurkers like me! I am 41, 315 lbs, and am going to Tijuana in 6 weeks with Dr. Ariel Ortiz. I start a 4 week Atkins plan tomorrow then my 2 week pre-op. They want me at 290 on surgery day. I also have to order supplements. Does everyone just order from the dr. Recommended site or do you get your own? Thanks again! And if anyone wants a buddy, I'd love to go through this with someone.