I'm 5'9" and was sleeved on November 14 weighing 235 pounds. This morning I weighed 175. A weight loss of 60 pounds in just over 3 months and I could not be happier. Just after Xmas my partner bought tickets to take me to see Jersey Boys and tonight was the night. This morning he said 8 fatal words, "would you like to go out for dinner".

Well, that sounded lovely and as the theatre is near China Town I thought it was perfect because we could share and I could just eat my regular portions.

I had my new slim leg black pants, a red lace top and I went out today and bought red shoes and red clutch to match. I have to admit I looked damned good when I was ready to go out, even for a 55 year old Grandmother.

Drove into the city, not much traffic, perfect parking spot, lovely balmy evening, it doesn't get better. My partner decided he wanted to try a Japanese restaurant. Went in and we ordered plates which had samples of about 8 things on the menu and started with miso Soup. That's fine, he would eat what I don't. food arrived, it was fantastic! Then he said 3 fatal words "we're running late. Quickly ate and off to the theatre. He disappeared and came back with a Cosmopolitan for me and we took out seat, second row centre.

Then it happened! The orchestra started and I started sliming. One minute later I knew I was going to throw up. I got up and squeezed my way out standing on the toes of about 15 people along they way. An usher approached, "Are you alright Madam". I shook my head, he raised his hand and a relay of ushers went into action. As I made it into the foyer, I could not hold back any longer. I dropped my Cosmopolitan onto the marble floor, looked around in horror for a bin to throw up in and with none in sight I did what I had to do. I opened up my brand new $80 red clutch bag and vomitted into it. I groaned as I looked in and saw my I-phone now floating in my bag. I was then hustled into the ladies and I spent about 10 min.s in there recouping, trying to save my phone's life and looking for a window to climb out so I didn't have to face those ushers. Damn, no window, there's always one in the movies.

Out I went and was promptly given a huge glass of Water, a wet cloth and escorted back into the theatre where they sat me on a seat behind the back row, next to the exit in the spot where they usually park the wheelchairs whilst my partner sat centre 2nd row on his own and I glared at the back of his head in the distance.

So, theatre tickets $240, dinner $130, my outfit $390. Would anyone like to take me out for a fun night?

so sorry this happened to you! Try burying your phone in some (uncooked) rice to dry it out.

OMG...I would have been mortified as well!!!! I've learned that the whole "going out to dinner" thing is just not ever going to be the same and I did have a few "mishaps" after dining out early on (nothing like yours though!). Luckily, my partner had bypass about 6 months after I had my surgery so I don't have to worry about that anymore....we NEVER go out to eat!!!

I feel so bad for you. I have the same feeling when my family or friends say lets go out to dinner. It's tough but we just have to get used to it. It's funny because before I never liked to eat in front of people, now I want to but just can't. I hope you get to go out again with the outfit, maybe dancing instead.

Oh when I started reading your post I was so excited for you! I'm so so sorry that this happened to you. What a thoughtful person to use that nifty red purse to toss your Japanese cookies into! Well, better luck next time! I hope to learn from your experience. I'm only 10 days out so I don't have much experience yet but I don't want to learn the hard way!

Actually I think it was rather funny when I think about it now. Still love what the VSG has done for me though.

oh i felt so bad for you reading your post. I am 5 weeks post-op and have worried about that moment when we go out.

What a story! Thank you for sharing it! I'm so sorry that happened to you. It's something we all need to be aware of I suppose. I bet you look fabulous though.

First I would like to say that you should have been a story writer. I didnt know if I should laugh or cry for you! It almost felt as we were right there with you. Thank you for sharing this valuable lesson. I know that the first time I attempt to go out to eat I will be thinking about you.

I'm so sorry that happened to you! And for the record, I dont think I would have been in the right mind to throw up into a clutch if I couldnt find a waste bin or paper bag near me. You should be applauded for your civic sense.

I have to say, even after a year out, I still sometimes dont listen to the 'signals' and suffer the overly stuffed feeling. But luckily, going out for dinner has worked out well for me. I, my sister and cousin go out atleast once a week. Maybe Indian food is sleeve friendly, probably! I ALWAYS have unfried items - I get grilled or tandoored items or those cooked in a mild sauce.

Dont worry and dont write off dining out. Give it some more time, and start slowly. The one thing I have learned from this sleeve experience is that, you need not give up on all your culinary tastes. You learn to moderate and pick what works for you as time goes by. All the best!!!

Thanks for the support everyone.

Oh my lord. It was like the x rated version of pretty woman. In sorry that happened but at least your the sexiest vomiting person there. I'd throw a fit if my partner just say there! Did you see him at inrermission?

Thanks for the support everyone.

I feel badly for you but glad you've kept your sense of humor about it...although I'm sure you weren't laughing that night.

The hospital gave me a plastic ring with a blue plastic bag attached to it for nausea...which I've thankfully not needed. If is very compact. this story has inspired me to put it in my purse

OMG OMG OMG !!!! Aussie I just read this!!

How horrible (yet funny) for that to happen!

What are you going to to with the clutch??

Perhaps return it or give it as a gift ??

I'm so sorry. You seemed to have handled the situation very lady like. I was just wondering how the iPhone held up?

This has got to be the best sleeve story yet!! LOL!! I am sorry this happened to you but I hope you can laugh about it!!! Even with this happening I bet you don't regret your sleeve!!! Good luck to you