Well I am a single mom who has 2 girls 17 & 11 and I am starting out on this journey. I am currently taking a class via my insurance and if all goes right I hope to have the operation in October. I am trying to stick to 1200 calories and do a good job on the most part but then there are those days (sometimes many). From what I see exercise is extremely important and that is something I need to start doing ( I hate it) lol. I can see myself after the surgery as thinner and feeling great but then there is that evil person on my shoulder that says I will fail. Do any of you ever feel like that?

Well I am here for you all too.

Tina

Welcome Tina. I hate exercising too but when you see the pounds coming off it motivates you. My rny surgery was April 23rd. I have lost 36 pounds so far. One week I had gained 2 or 3 three pounds and I got upset. So that's what keeps me motivated. You can do it.

If this is what you want. You won't fail. I had my surgery may 1st. I have lost 35 lbs. I have never lost over 30 when I would dieresis on my on. Good luck to you!!!

Welcome Tina! We are all here for you during your journey! If you need anything at all don't hesitate to ask!

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Welcome Tina! Just keep telling that evil person on your shoulder that she has never experienced life after RNY. You are in for the most rewarding, life-changing unbelievable journey you can imagine. Looking forward to sharing it with you!!

Thank you all. I need to remember that my goal is to be healthy. :+)

I'm a year out and you always have daily struggle but way worth it!