Laura1223

I am almost 56, I was sleeved 6/27 and I feel like (and I’m not exaggerating in the least ) like I had a miracle happen to me. I have struggled with my weight my entire life and the past 15 years were the worst between getting divorced and raising two kids on my own . Food became my emotional escape . I became a very large woman who felt super uncomfortable with herself . Everyday of my life I beat myself up over and over for allowing myself to become obese . Dieting became a no win situation and I honestly lost a tremendous amount and self esteem throughout the years that I hung onto and increased my weight .
Now ... only 8 weeks post op and I feel like another person . I’ve lost 35 pounds pre and post which on me makes a huge difference .
The first three days post op were the worst but within a week I was walking easily 4 miles a day . It’s quite an adjustment to eat in such a different way, but it’s worth every sacrifice when I am gaining my confidence back and feeling hopeful and optimistic about the future .
When I look in the mirror, it shocks me ! I look like I did years ago . It’s like I got my old self back and it feels so good!
So yeah ... at almost 56 , I’m feeling like I’m 40 again ! And I’m only 8 weeks out ?

Susunorm I believe I was done around the same time. Everything went well. My dr doesn’t allow anything not even ice chips until the following day after an Upper GI is completed. I just finished that and now have a green light to have some jello.
We made it! And will be so happy after recovery.
thank you All for the well wishes

I'm going next week. I'll be one of your August buddies .

My surgery is tomorrow at 7:30 as well. I have to be there at 5:30 am too. I’m really nervous about the surgery but excited about getting healthy.
We will have to compare stories
prayers for a successful surgery and quick recovery