Pink Wonder

Yes! Exactly! Eleven years ago I started my own clothing boutique, and three years ago I opened a home decor and gift store. I work hard and am pretty successful, and I resent being considered a failure just because I have a weight issue. Like you, I am thrilled to have a tool that will assist me in reaching my health and weight goals. With all you've been through and have accomplished, you are an inspiration! I wish you all the best in your journey! ❤

I have been thinking about having the VSG done for almost 2 years now. My dad had the procedure done in May of 2015 at 74 years old and has totally rocked it out! He's lost almost 130 pounds and feels fantastic. So he and my mom are definitely a HUGE support for me. Last year I told my husband I was considering it and he was less than supportive. He thinks I won't be successful because I haven't had success with mainstream diets, and in his mind that means that I have been a failure or a quitter, or I just haven't "tried hard enough". He's had his own weight struggles, and has gained and lost many pounds many times, so you'd think he'd be understanding. Regardless of how he feels, I have been meeting with my FNP for the past few months and just had my first appointment with the surgeon who did my dad's sleeve. They both feel I'm a great candidate and I'm ready, so I'm going ahead with it. I have a couple of close friends who are very supportive, so that's a good thing. Another friend I told gave me the whole "are you sure you want to do this?" spiel, but honestly I don't care what she thinks. She has never struggled with obesity and has no clue. Other than my parents and maybe 4 friends, I haven't told anyone else. I kind of dread telling my husband, but will do so when I have all my ducks in a row. Maybe I will be pleasantly surprised.