Hello Everyone,

My name is Sandra. I'm 49 I have 3 grown sons and 1 that is 21 but he has cerebral palsy and is totally dependent, he does not walk or talk. That is one reason for the surgery so i can be in better shape to care for him. I'm Married both my husband and I are diabetics, another reason for the surgery. My legs and back hurt all the time I can't walk very far at all without a walker, it used to be a wheelchair. I have completed all my test and am now waiting for the insurance process. I did test positive twice for the Hyploria infection and am almost through my second round of antibiotics. I started my process in Feb of this year and have lost 30lbs since then, but the wait is getting old and so is logging my food, Ive stumbled a little but trying to get back on track. I also just had my first grandchild also a boy 8 months ago and I want to be healthier and more active for him. I was told by several drs that this surgery is now necessary for me no longer an option because I couldnt do it on my own. I have been overweight fot at least 30 yrs but never as large as i am currently until the last 5yrs or so. Sandra

Hang in there!!! I know what you're going through. My doctors, four of them all said I needed to have this surgery. My mobility had gone down so bad that I needed a walker to ambulate any distance, which wasn't much at all. I, had to use a scooter if I went shopping. Other than going to work or church, I spent most of time at home. The constant pain, not being able to do the things I enjoyed, doing things with my grandchildren, and basically no quality of life, I came to a point enough was enough. I chose to live! I still need my walker when I go for walks, because my knee(s) might give out, but, I don't get out of breath, or have my back start hurting, or sweat profusely, and I've been able to shop for at least 30 minutes and not need a scooter. You hang in there and think about all the fun things you'll be able to do without the extra weight holding you back!!! I, wish you all the very best;)

You are in the right place - VST - for support, compassion, everything that is positive. As Chilihot59 said, hang in there and think of all things you want to do and will able to do. My dr's. all said I should consider WLS since I have tried...and tried to lose weight on my own and haven't been that successful. I am glad I did. I was sleeved on June 26 (8 weeks post op & counting), started at 289lbs...surgery weight 267lbs...as of today 226lbs.

You can do it. And VST is in your corner.

Getting sleeve will absolutely change your life! You've got a lot on your hands and responsibilities and YES, you need to be healthy and active to care for yourself and others. The majority of us that have been sleeved need it for many of the same reasons - can't do it on our own, morbidly obese, etc.

Hang in there. The pre-process is so frustrating and we've all been there also.

I wish you the best of success. Stay on track and the positives will flow in! You are on the best journey of your life and I hope you can get sleeved soon and continue on the journey to excellent health!

Thanks Guys I love the attitudes and support I can see how this site will be helpful and encouraging.