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Hello!! Thanks for everyone's intros.
I'm an African American 52yr old cis woman, but I'm open to friends who are just good folks. Married for 23 yrs. Two young adult kids, 2 cats, 1 dog. My surgery is on Nov 30th, and I'm looking to make friends too!

Hello!! Thanks for everyone's intros.
I'm an African American 52yr old cis woman, but I'm open to friends who are just good folks. Married for 23 yrs. Two young adult kids, 2 cats, 1 dog. My surgery is on Nov 30th, and I'm looking to make friends too!

My surgery was 11/30 so I can't be of much help with that but I too have the hard painful lump that makes it hard to walk around. I sleep well because of the CBD I take though. From what I read from other patients, you won't really have a problem losing that amount of weight. You've already lost 25 lbs in less than a month so12 lbs a month shouldn't be a problem.

Hello Im a newly 31 year old lesbian married. I have a 1 year old and now 3 cats. I am still in the beginning stages of Pre-op. I have to wait until May to have surgery since UVA would like you to meet with a nutritionist once a month of 6 months

Austin was great. We lived there from 2000-2003 and again 2008-2019. I had my youngest while there the first time (while in grad school at UT) and you know what they say about Texans having to get back to Texas!! Our kids were raised there (and of course they're in a band--still), and the culture was laid back and just groovy. Most of that has changed with Big Tech moving in and of course COVID. I hope that the live music recovers because we have many many friends who are musicians and/or in the music industry in some way. My dearest friends are there and as soon as it's safe to get back down there for a visit, I'll be there.
On the other hand, I simply LOVE Philadelphia and Jersey. I'm originally from central Jersey (yes, it is a thing) and it's still beautiful with wide-open spaces, seasonal changes that are spectacular, beaches, orchards, and trains to NYC and DC. I'm not really familiar with the Jersey cities in the north & south though. That said, I went to college in Phila, and my goodness I love being back. I'm sure it has everything to do with my neighborhood--as that's always been the case in this city.
Sorry for the bio but I rarely give up the chance to boast about "my" cities!

I told my girlfriend who had the surgery 2 years ago, my husband, and my two young adult kids. No one else--not my mom or MIL, not my business partner, siblings, other girlfriends, etc. I just didn't want "lay-people" to criticize my choice, and question my research. It was a long mental (and financial) journey and I just figured I didn't need naysayers, or jealously to get in my way. I know what's best for me and I only wanted absolute understanding, support, and not a lot of FAQs from who I told.

No responses really required but I have fallen off really hard (eating the wrong things, bigger portion sizes, etc), so I'm using this post as a means to put out in the universe to get myself back on track! Might need to do a soft reset to get back in the habit. Mind over matter people!!

I'm miserable when it comes to eating.. Or should I say drinking broth... I took it upon my self to start on pureed foods a week early or else I would've died of starvation. However I'm doing pretty good.. I've started walking up to a mile and a half everyday. I had surgery on Nov. 3, 2020. Before surgery my weight was 245 now I'm 225... I'm sure I lost some weight pre-op due to the 2 week liquid diet. Anyway the Journey continues.
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I'm new. I was just scheduled for November 30!

Tomorrow is my Covid test and start of liquid diet. I only have a 2 day Clear Liquids and then surgery early Wednesday morning. Enjoyed a home made Thai curry with extra coconut cream for my “last meal”. Taking a moment to enjoy the process and prepare for big changes.

We are all here for our own reasons and are on our own journeys. I have been overweight my entire life. I have been incredibly active until my hips failed. I don’t sit at home and eat bonbons I eat a very healthy diet. But I was never able to lose weight significantly without surgery. And that’s OK. Don’t be so hard on yourself. We’ve all had our struggles we’ve had our failures and we’ve had our successes. We’re here to support each other and we get it.🥰

Good luck to you!! 😄

If you have healthcare I suggest you find a therapist. It'll be good to speak with someone regularly who can give you insight and tools to manage your stress and teach you self-care options. Good luck.

You're not alone! The (current 🤣) love of my life could breathe the wrong way and instantly I'm annoyed.

So, your fat stores estrogen and when you lose massive amounts of fat in a short period of time your body dumps a massive amount of estrogen into your system. This often causes depression or mood swings. This is a known side-effect of WLS. You may be experiencing something related to this. Talk to your doctor about it. You may need medication to help, temporarily. Good luck.

If you have healthcare I suggest you find a therapist. It'll be good to speak with someone regularly who can give you insight and tools to manage your stress and teach you self-care options. Good luck.

I am so happy today! 50 pounds gone! It has taken 3.5 months, which is longer than I thought it would take, but it's 50 pounds gone which is more than I've ever lost before regaining! I lost 25 pounds the first month and have been averaging 10 pounds for the last 2.5. I had to resign myself to NOT getting to goal by the holidays, but I have felt amazing, never deprived and my skin and hair look great! Slow and steady wins the race!
I hope everyone has a great weekend!

If you have healthcare I suggest you find a therapist. It'll be good to speak with someone regularly who can give you insight and tools to manage your stress and teach you self-care options. Good luck.

I haven’t gotta a date yet for my surgery but I’m excited and nervous all in one .

Hi guys, i exacly a week post op.... Went for my check up and i am sooo excited... Lost 7kgs this week. I am on full liquids and will transition to pureed food next week.... Water has been really hard... But trying my best.

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I am just a week away and 1 whole week into the liquid diet. It will all be here before we know it.

I am currently waiting to get prepped for surgery. starts at 10. Will text you all later. I am very nervous !

Almost the exact same ..... Banded 2009 at 44bmi 223lbs, stayed at 143lbs till it slipped in 2017. I loved my band tina.... she was awesome. Fast Forward 2.5 years and a 30lb weight gain. Sleeve SX 8/28/2019 at 173lbs. My weight loss was and still is pretty great. I'm down to 120lbs.... and a 21bmi.
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I am BMI 35 and am having the sleeve procedure in a week and a half. I don’t have enough comorbidities for my insurance to pay but I am going to a clinic where they will bill insurance for what they can and I am paying a set price. I’ve never cared what other people think about my actions and I’ve never been considered unreasonable. I, like you, tried for several years to lose even just 30 pounds. I did it but the minute I went off of my low-carb diet, it all started coming back.

She Nailed it above - peel the meat for others or freeze it - I have done the same as above. Once you do this you will not like store bought broth These are way better
Here is one of my favorite styles
https://lightorangebean.com/mushroom-vegetable-broth/