TXTinana

I have thought about this as well as I am in preparations to have my surgery next month. My decisive moment came when someone close to me and considerably smaller than me told me earlier this year that they were not supportive of WLS and "why can't you lose it naturally?" I've had a battle losing and gaining and losing and gaining, as I'm sure most of you have had. I was really torn up about that for awhile. Turns out this person turned around and then had the surgery almost a month ago and has taken to lying, and doing so very aggressively, to others about having the surgery. It was in that moment that I felt insulted by this. WLS is nothing to be ashamed of in my honest opinion and I don't think it should be treated as such. It's a tool to become a healthier you. That being said I don't see me singing about it from the hilltops a la Sound of Music, BUT if a friend of mine or coworker questions me about it I will be honest. Those close to me, my boss who I'm close with, and a select few others around the office know already anyway. I don't want to insult others who may be questioning having WLS in order to take control of their health by making it seem like something to lie about and being ashamed of.

I know I am new here and have not yet started my pre-op diet (give it a week and a half) but from what I read I believe that is probably all that it is. Deep breaths and know it may feel rough now but imagine how much better you are gonna feel all around in just a few months. Here is my hug to you... Hang in there!

My deposit went through and my August 17th date is now OFFICIAL!!! They sent me over my handbook for all the pre-op preparations and diet which will begin in just about a week and a half. It now feels so real

My surgery is in a month and I know how nervous I am, so I can only imagine how you feel right now. Good vibes your way for a smooth surgery and recovery!

Paying my deposit today! Looks like my sleeve will be August 17th