HiI everyone I just wanted to start this thread to first say thank you to everyone posting. What you say makes a difference! Also I want everyone to please post these 3 things

1 good thing that has happened since your surgery

1 good thing that you are closer to doing

1 good piece of advice for those who are considering surgery

I know we are all finding struggles but sometimes it's great to hear the positives too!!

Here is mine

1. God has helped me inspire others to get healthy

2. Wearing my Yankees jersey and being able to button it

3. Get educated as much as possible and realize there are those who will be against the idea. Pray pray pray!!!

Onyx

A. Mine would be that my sleep apnea is gone and I haven't had heartburn since surgery,..

B. I'm closer to playing basketball again and jogging. (Ive always felt like I would break something if I ran and/or jumped)...

C. The best advice I would give someone about to have surgery is to not let other people's ignorance of the procedure or negative opinions affect your decision to take control of your life by no longer letting food control you.

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1 good thing that has happened since your surgery

1 good thing that you are closer to doing

1 good piece of advice for those who are considering surgery

1. I've gone from a size 22 to a size 12

2. Jogging more than one lap around the indoor track at the gym

3. Don't let anyone change your mind do what you feel is best for you and your health and do what will make you the happiest!

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1. gained my self esteem back!

2. working out to join academy.

3.Do it for ourself!

Sweet

1. Diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, joint pain - all gone. No meds. No cpap. No pain.

2. Almost to a 34" waist - that will be 14" off my waist and give me a 49% waist to height ratio!

3. Perseverance, along with absolute belief, can never be defeated.

Ok I have a couple of good things happen one I am NO LONGER A DIABETIC NO INSULIN ORAL MEDS NOTHING! I am down 40 lbs so far I went back to work