Dave_NW

Brian, as I ramp up toward my surgery later in the year, I'm encouraged to read of your success thus far. We have similar numbers, so you've given me something to look forward to. Congratulations on things to this point, and here's hoping the rest of your weight loss is just as uneventful. Good luck! Dave

Hi all, I'm a ways away from surgery, and working toward that goal. But I noticed today that ever since I got my upcoming marathon appointment with my surgeon's staff at the end of September, I've been aware of what I eat, and how badly I want to eat things I haven't had in a long time. I'm not usually much of a dessert eater, but suddenly I want dessert after every meal. It's not (my) normal, and I'm wondering if anyone here experienced that. Is this just a phase that will pass, or am I psyching myself up/out for my future? Not sure what to make of this. Anyone have an opinion to share? Dave

Thanks. Nice to know it's not just me. This is such a strange journey for me. I've always been the tough-guy caregiver type, so having to ask for help and advice is foreign to what I normally do. I've never felt guilty about food (which is probably a big part of why I'm obese) but suddenly I'm having a craving and wondering if my body is pre-judging me for what I plan to do to it. It's definitely a different mental perspective. :thumbup: Stay tuned... Dave

Thanks, everyone, for the kind welcome. It's going to be a fascinating journey, and I'm looking forward to sharing it with you. My small town is getting bigger every day, but it seems everyone knows someone who lives, lived, or wishes they lived here. It's a nice town. :confused: My surgeon is Dr. Ross McMahon and his staff at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. They have a pretty impressive website: www.swedish.org/wls Dave