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I guess I should share my story of why I've chosen to have the gastric sleeve surgery.

Well, after being told that I developed high blood pressure, severe sleep apnea, and osteoarthritis (all a result of my weight gain) I thought it was time to deal with this weight problem. To be honest, if I had not acquired these conditions I would have never given bariatric surgery a thought. I felt I looked good and healthy, so end of story. Oh, but I was deceiving myself. Apparently my body is screaming for help and help is exactly what I need.

I know that bariatric surgery isn't the cure all. Exercise and a healthy diet are just as important. I've embraced this wholeheartedly. I just need that jump start to get me going on this journey to weight loss.

I'm an elementary teacher and need as much energy as I can get to keep up with my little darlings. So the weight must come off as soon as possible.

I want to take a Christian cruise and be healthy enough to move about when we arrive at the ports of the beautiful cities.

That's my brief story for now. ????

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@Icandoalthingsthruchrist Nice to meet you and welcome to the Forums. There are some lovely members here who have a wealth of experience, so get invoved, chat often and let us know how your journey is going.

Hugs

Kate :D

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Thank you for sharing! I have my surgery on July 1st! I wish great health!

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Congrats to you all!!

My surgery is July 3 and I'm so nervous but excited at the same time.

I wish us all an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery ????☺️

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Hello Ukkateuk,

Thanks for the update. Yes, it seems there are numerous people who are excited to share their bariatric knowledge. I'm fortunate to have found this website. I will be adding pictures soon and giving further updates as I progress through the gastric sleeve process.

Have a wonderful day. :)

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Hello Lisaluvsgreys,

I wish you good health too. How exciting that your surgery is in a few days. Good luck! :)

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