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I am having my sleeve done Jul.y 17th and I couldn't be any happier. My bmi is 40. I am 5'7 and 259ish pounds. I have never thought of myself as way too big I just knew that i was over weight and needed to do something. Well last night I had my most embarrassing moment and my big wake up call. I went to ride the scrambler and they could barley get the safety gate to latch because I was so big. I wanted to cry. I wanted to get off that ride and run away. But i didn't I stayed there with this bar pressing so hard against me I could barely breath. My boyfriend was looking at me and I could tell he knew what was going on. These two little skinny girls were sitting across from me just staring I knew what was going through there mind. I have always went to clothing stores and had size issues and booths at restaurants not being able to fit. But never like this.

But on the plus side. I posted that I was having wls on Facebook because I am proud I'm changing my life. I seen some of my friends at the fair that seen my posting. They were all excited and wished me luck. It is so nice knowing that I have so much more support than I ever really knew. So my most embarrassing day did have some perks. It was bitter sweet.

Like I said my surgery is July 17th. Since July is the month that we won our independence so many years ago I think that it is kind of a coincidence that I am celebrating my independence as well. Independence from that fat strings that have weighed me down for so long. I am ready to be the new me.

AND You can bet my big a$$ that this time next year I will be riding those rides and I will fit with out any issues and Im ganna ride then till I get sick !!!!!

Happy Independence Everyone

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I'm so sorry. I think we all know that feeling. I remember the first time I was on an airplane and couldn't buckle the seatbelt. The embarrassment was horrible. Just remember, its easy to live with your weight, but it takes a lot of hard work and bravery to change it. You should be proud of yourself that you are making the changes to make a healthier you.

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I am having my sleeve done Jul.y 17th and I couldn't be any happier. My bmi is 40. I am 5'7 and 259ish pounds. I have never thought of myself as way too big I just knew that i was over weight and needed to do something. Well last night I had my most embarrassing moment and my big wake up call. I went to ride the scrambler and they could barley get the safety gate to latch because I was so big. I wanted to cry. I wanted to get off that ride and run away. But i didn't I stayed there with this bar pressing so hard against me I could barely breath. My boyfriend was looking at me and I could tell he knew what was going on. These two little skinny girls were sitting across from me just staring I knew what was going through there mind. I have always went to clothing stores and had size issues and booths at restaurants not being able to fit. But never like this.

But on the plus side. I posted that I was having wls on Facebook because I am proud I'm changing my life. I seen some of my friends at the fair that seen my posting. They were all excited and wished me luck. It is so nice knowing that I have so much more support than I ever really knew. So my most embarrassing day did have some perks. It was bitter sweet.

Like I said my surgery is July 17th. Since July is the month that we won our independence so many years ago I think that it is kind of a coincidence that I am celebrating my independence as well. Independence from that fat strings that have weighed me down for so long. I am ready to be the new me.

AND You can bet my big a$$ that this time next year I will be riding those rides and I will fit with out any issues and Im ganna ride then till I get sick !!!!!

Happy Independence Everyone

Happy Independence Day to you! I'm approximately the same height as you and started within just a few pounds as well. It's so nice, even a few months post-op, to know I "fit" places better. It's fantastic that you've been able to get some support from friends; it's amazing to have the support of those you care about and you know they really care about you, too.

Good luck! Surgery day will be here before you know it.

~Kat

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I hope you can ride thise rides! The surgery kinda killed the scrambler for me :(

yay for you on your surgery! :)

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I had a similar experience in Hershey Park. I was too big to ride the roller coaster with my niece. I am so sorry. I am having mine around Aug. 15. Best of luck to you

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I had a similar experience in Hershey Park. I was too big to ride the roller coaster with my niece. I am so sorry. I am having mine around Aug. 15. Best of luck to you

I want to be able to go on rides, wear a regular seat belt, sit in a booth, fit in a chair and eat without everyone staring at me! july 17 here I come.

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Thank u all for the positives I will hit wonderland some day.

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I had the same issue last summer at canobie lake park and it was the oldest ride there. U can't even enjoy the ride! My grandmother always said hold your head up to the sky... You'll be able to get on that ride soon

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Doesn't it seem like at the restaurant they try to make us sit in the smallest booths. Seems like i walk past at least 100 empty tables to a small dark booth in a corner somewhere then they point in slow motion and wait for the show! I always say table to avoid the awkwardness.

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My most embarrassing moment was shortly after i scheduled my first appointment with the surgeon. I took my parents out to eat at pizza Hut during the noon buffet and the place was packed. I was finished eating and just sitting in my chair and suddenly it collapsed and I fell backwards hitting my head against the wall hard. I was so embarrassed and a few people rushed to help me up but I insisted they let me do it myself. Normally, it would have been difficult but due to the adrenaline rush, I got up pretty well. I just wanted to get out of there so I went straight to pay so I could. The management would not let me or my parents pay. I just said thanks and we left. It definitely made me even more determined to get through my pre-op hoops and have surgery.

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