PantxaPetita

Ugh.. hard chairs hurt the bum.
I can get closer to 'things' (use your imagination here).
Space between me and the steering wheel, kitchen sink, etc seem ginormous. I stand up straighter, feel taller. Still can't judge my clothing size accurately yet.

BTW, Healthy Life 2 - How exciting!!! You are three pounds away from your goal! Congratulations a head of time...
Something I didn't realize nor expect as I've lost weight is the opposite sex taking a second glance. Even my very handsome dentist was extremely complimentary of my appearance yesterday. It's nice when others are now looking at you positively and not at all the baggage once carried! One gentlemen at Earth Fare asked me out for drinks at the fresh nut bins. I wonder if hubby is becoming concerned? Haha.
A BIG smile at Ms.SSS comments!!! Oh boy - what's life come too when at bowel movement ROCKS our day! But it's true. Waking up in the morning... Could this be the day?
I've had to re-set my memory button for car seat and a lowered steering wheel. That gigantic tummy is just no longer in the way! Not to mention, I no longer roll out of the car BUT actually show some degree of poise exiting the sports car model. ;]
AND, who knew I'd ever touch the likes of swordfish, sea bass, cod or any other swimming creature for the matter! BUT you'd be proud... this solely rich meat (especially prime rib, NY strip, pork chop or pot roast... yeah baby!) and Potato girl said for lunch out yesterday, "I'll take the grilled shrimp over mixed spring greens, please". A totally new snap shot from past requests for a BLT or grilled roast beef sandwich. Just imagine I thought I was making really good strides toward healthy eating by asking for mayo on the side and multigrain bread.
At the doctor's office - the blood pressure cuff no longer feels like it is going to explode my arm off (ouch, that use to really hurt) and they could actually find my vein to draw blood. Getting up on that high examination table, no problem.
I actually wore a form fitting, clingy dress (a leopard print to boot)! VS. the old sack cloth like neutral, cotton or linen ho hum stand by's. My very cool jean jacket with said leopard dress - Now a size 10 not a 2X.
What a great topic. Just too many to mention... Fun!

Okay I'm just going to come out and say it:

I DIDN'T REALIZE HOW MUCH MORE ENJOYABLE SEX WOULD BE!!

@sideeye @sillykitty @Orchids&Dragons
Ok so we are confirming that this is a thing now...
💜CONGRATULATIONS BTW💜

Congratulations!

Oh gosh, i'd be insane by now lol...it's been a year for me but I finally got approved.

Oh wow!!! I would probably make them crazy calling all the time too. I emailed my nurse so much I'm sure I made her crazy lol. I hope you get a June day!!!

Sooo happy I found this thread! I've been playing the waiting game for 4 years now!
My case is a bit different because I live in Spain, and I'm getting my surgery through the "social insurance" aka free (economically at least). The first time I applied I was denied because my BMI was 39 and not 40, so they sent me to a nutritionist and I lost the same 40-30 pounds I tend to loose but regained them like always. After many visits to my GP, and a bunch of paper work, finally last year I re applied and got into the "waiting list"!
The problem is.... I am 100% getting the surgery, they just won't tell me when, and it's been 10 months!! ..And it's driving me insane. On my last visit, the doctor said probably before July, but I haven't been called for the preop, semminars, nothing. I'm pretty sure the secretary recognises my voice by now 😵
I know things happen when they're supposed to, but I just feel so frustrated. I feel my life is on hold. I've gained even more weight, I'm on my highest right now, and I it's just harder than I expected.
I'm glad to see there's so much support here! I wish you all get your call very soon lovelies!

Big hug xD

Sooo happy I found this thread! I've been playing the waiting game for 4 years now!
My case is a bit different because I live in Spain, and I'm getting my surgery through the "social insurance" aka free (economically at least). The first time I applied I was denied because my BMI was 39 and not 40, so they sent me to a nutritionist and I lost the same 40-30 pounds I tend to loose but regained them like always. After many visits to my GP, and a bunch of paper work, finally last year I re applied and got into the "waiting list"!
The problem is.... I am 100% getting the surgery, they just won't tell me when, and it's been 10 months!! ..And it's driving me insane. On my last visit, the doctor said probably before July, but I haven't been called for the preop, semminars, nothing. I'm pretty sure the secretary recognises my voice by now 😵
I know things happen when they're supposed to, but I just feel so frustrated. I feel my life is on hold. I've gained even more weight, I'm on my highest right now, and I it's just harder than I expected.
I'm glad to see there's so much support here! I wish you all get your call very soon lovelies!

Big hug xD

Hi! I also live in Barcelona! Que guay!!
Nice to find someone from Spain here

I'll kick this off lol
The heeled boots were presurgery and I was amazed they were so comfortable I bought 3 pairs. I lived in these, all day running around in heels. They were amazing.
Now, post surgery I have one last unworn pair that are too loose and uncomfortable to wear without 2 pair of socks 😢
I try on a lot of different shoes but pretty much exclusively wear the ones in the second picture. They are a half size smaller and made for walking. Everywhere.

I've also gone down half a shoe size, and can spend a day in heels and not want to die. 🤣
Also had to ditch my wide calf boots.

So cute i love the flower pattern. I haven't even thought about rain boots in forever. I need a pair...

Tell me your This is why story!
Here is one of mine from this past weekend ( I am in the beginning stages of this journey)
My husbands birthday is coming up and so I got us tickets to go see Jim Gaffigan as a surprise. We went to dinner before and were cutting it pretty close, the event was at the event center at a local college and by the time we were trying to park they were full. So we ended up parking about a mile away 10 mins before the show was starting.
A little background on my husband, he weights 160 soaking wet and walks an average of 10 miles a day at work. I on the other hand am seeing 282 on the scales these days and sit at a desk working from home all day.
So we are trying to hurry, and EVERYTHING is uphill, then once we finally made it into the event center we had to climb to the balcony. By the time we found our seats I was covered in sweat ( which totally ruled out taking any cute selfies before the show) I could barely breathe,my throat was on fire and my feet and legs were yelling at me... it sucked! I couldn’t even laugh at first because I was still hurting from breathing so hard. (Although once my body calmed down I had a great night)
The whole walk there and the whole walk back I just kept telling myself THIS is why! I can’t wait to free my body of all the pounds that keep me from really enjoying life. Next time it will just be a nice walk we share together on the way to a great evening.

Have you you had any This why moments? I would love to hear them

If you get hungry between meals, your “snacks” should be low-cal drinks. And when I say low-cal, I mean below 50 caps. Crystal Lite and peppermint/herbal teas are my go-to Snacks, if I’m really feeling a pinch I’ll do 12oz coffee with half and half and a little sugar (this is right up against the line). My stomach registers it as food, at least.
The other thing I have a lot of are cheese sticks, but I’d only move to those when drinks are satisfying. Otherwise you risk just starting the hunger ball rolling.
After a few months of idling, I’m in a good groove right now - I voluntarily walk more distance than I need to (skip the bus, walk to the train) and when I buy food for lunch I’m able to mark the point at which I should stop eating and bin the rest. The clothes I wear are mostly medium, and the change in weather isn’t the nightmare it used to be (trying to coordinate clothes for many different temperatures that still look good together). I am RIDICULOUSLY chill and managing to maintain it, even while I’m back at work. I’m definitely going to start incorporating more vegan meals and yoga into daily life, since those two things appear to have made a pretty big impact on pretty much everything.
I’ll probably get tetchy again when I stall here, but life is so much better than a year ago. Even though I’ve got a tiny little pull in the skin under my neck and my underarms are practically spinnakers. Priorities!

Yasssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

Hi! I also live in Barcelona! Que guay!!
Nice to find someone from Spain here

Far far away... Spain

I live in Barcelona, Spain :) will be happy to take you there if you ever visit !

I have had so many people that say you dont need surgery. Or even people that say you're taking the easy way out. UMMM by reading what I have read so far about this surgery...it is not the easy way out! I wish people realized what all I will have to go thru. And I absolutely need this surgery, if not for my health, for my sanity. I cannot stand the person I have become. Cant find anything to wear, my closet full of cute clothes dont fit, I have gained 50 lbs in 10 months, cant bend down to shave my legs for crying out loud, dont want to have sex with hubby of 20 years, I cut my hair off because I am too lazy to fix it, out of breath, dont want to go to parties or summer events involving bathing suit.....the NEED for surgery is crutial to my mental well being. I feel so excited about my surgery and I want to shout it to the roof tops. Then when I do I get this reaction. What a bummer! People are so mean some times.

*Ahem*
This post is so full of bullshit, I don't even know where to start.....

I am currently preop although I have done all my clearances and have my surgery date (9/21). Just looking for some preop friends to talk with up until (and after) surgery. We could help keep eachother on track diet wise, and could help ease any fears we are having. (we all have those fears that our non-overweight friends or spouses just don't quite get). I am located in upstate NY but I am open to talking to anyone from any location. I do have Facebook etc if you prefer chatting that way. Who knows, we may become great friends!

Hi,
I am really scared of saggy skin too, especially since i have love handles and a kangaroo pouch under my belly! I am 27 and HOPING that youth is on my side however.. i read on another discussion board, posted by a personal trainer, that if you start weight training before surgery and continue weight training afterward (just doing free weights, not necessarily cardio) that your skill will bounce back nicely. Also of course Water Water water and i also read that exfoliating your skin helps with that too. Here is a website with some tutorials for strengh training and pin-pointing certain areas! I am starting on this TODAY! www.bodybuilding.com/exercises/

Uh, okay?
If you're pre op, who cares. If you're post op, yes it could effect something.
Is that the answer you want?
*Edit*
Just noticed this is the pre op thread. Again, unless it's the day of surgery, who cares.
I didn't even have a pre op diet.

Thank you so much@@joatsaint!! I wil definetly watch your videos! Love the frankensleeve plush! I will call this process and "adventure" from now on
I didn't expect my post answered so quickly, thank you guys! @Babbs@The Candidate @@samelton68 @@ShrinkingPeach I'm reading and researching so much I might be obsessed ​ you are all very inspiring I'm keeping notes!