New Here-- April 19Th Is My Surgery Date!

[randalljohn 22]

Approved and surgery scheduled! I am so looking forward to good results. I know it won't be easy, but I am so thankful to have found this support forum. Good to have understanding people to discuss the surgery with.

None of my family has ever had a weight problem and would not be supportive of what I'm doing. Their advice to me has always been to "push away from the table." They really don't understand how hard it has been the past 15 years to fail so often trying so many things.... diets, hypnosis, adipex ( which made me feel like I was having a heart attack), etc. So, I'm not telling them what I'm doing.

Thankfully, my wife and children are supporting me 100%.

So glad I have found this site and can learn from other's experiences. Good luck to everyone on their journey!

Randall

[nabird77 29]

Hi Randall,

Most everyone in my family has had a weight problem. No one that we know has ever had this procedure done. Again - we should just diet. I am not telling my family, either. My mom knows and that is it. Better off that way. Everyone would totally freak out if they knew I planned on going to Mexico to get this procedure done. I am happy and content with my decision... June cannot get here soon enough! So glad you have a supportive wife and children! This will change our lives. Finally.

Gena'

[Mimi77 6]

Congrats, Randall! None of my family members really have weight issues either. All of them are supportive of my decision to pursue WLS except my mother and that has been hurtful. I know Im doing the right thing for me and am getting sleeved in the morning. Best of luck to you on your journey. You will do great!

[Ms skinniness 3,003]

Congrats! This has been the best decision I have ever made. Can't wait for you to join us on the BIG LOSER'S BENCH!

[VJSlim 156]

Welcome and Congrats on making this decision!! I too have found that slim folks cannot understand what we go through. I was (and am) very ecstatic on finding this forum. This was a great place for my research pre-op - never seen such a bunch of motivating and inspirational people anywhere else!!

I wish you a safe surgery and speedy recovery and all success in your weight loss journey!

[Artsy 48]

Congratulations Randall and Mimi!! Praying for a smooth surgery with a fast recovery.

Please post your progress after surgery.

God speed!

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[Disneytikifan 21]

good luck Randall and Mimi! I will send my prayers.

[w8loss4me 15]

Good luck to you!

[slimthickens 28]

Hi Randall, I'm a week before you for surgery so I'll keep you posted on what to expect. Welcome aboard.