I decided to get the Sleeve now at the age of 33 young, because I have 4 beautiful children I am finding hard to keep up with. I was athletic all my life until I bared children. I am looking forward to a new Life style for myself and my family. My husband who loves me no matter what size I am , Does not want me to get this surgery do to his thinking of something can go bad and that I could die. I tell him that I am already dying faster than most with all my extra weight I carry around. I love my self and because of my spiritual beliefs and loving family I know that I will feel great and enjoy my new chance on life! My surgery date is NOV 30th 2012. I am having surgery along with My sister who has the same date as myself. She is having bypass surgery so it will be fun to see the diffrence with her surgery and mine. I live in Mississippi since 2002 but I am born and raised from NJ. I am so happy to find a websight like this ...all your stories of trials and tribulations are facinating as well as educational to me. I will use this as a tool for my travels through my weight loss. I am really looking forward to living a healthier, brighter, more passionate life. So thankyou everyone for being here for me! KR

Welcome KR... And good luck on your journey to a healthier and happier life. My goal surgery is Dec, but it's not set in stone, yet, but I'm excited just the same.

Thumbs up to you and your sister for making the choice

Welcome to the site. It is so valuable and informative. Don't be afraid to ask any question here. Good luck

Hi JerseyGirl1979,

I liked your post. My wife got the bypass, I got the sleeve 2 months after her operation. It's great to have someone with you on the journey. Niether one of us have had any major problems outside of having to buy clothes a lot.

JerseyGirl1979 - lovely thought that most moms/dads share

"I Love My kids More Than i Love To Eat"

Welcome! I got the surgery for the same reasons as you - though I'm 10 years older. I have a six year old daughter I want to keep up with, see off to college, get married, and grandbabies - all in due time of course.

I haven't regretted my surgery! Good luck!

How exciting, your wonderful shrinking journey is ahead of you. I wonder why your sister has to have the bypass? I am thanful the sleeve lets me absorb my vitamins and nutrients better.

Your husband sounds like a very sweet man, & the fact that he is gonna be there for you regardless of him preferring that you would not is admirable?

My sister in law has to get the bypass due to her health. She has fluid on her brain, high BP, High Cholestrol, BAD Diabetes, she gets kidney stones 1-3 times a wk... she has goalstones and hernias, our doctor said the bypass is for her... thansk for the nice comments..we are all a family here and I enjoy the flow of love from all of you!

How did your surgery go? I had mine on Monday, and have a 2yo and a 7mo old at home. It's hard not being able to pick up my baby and I still have a fair. But I too did this bec of I love my kids more than food!!