I have been casing this forum for a little while, checking everyday, multiple times and I want to say thank you to all because you have really helped put my mind at ease. I have my first surgeon consult on Aug 4th to start the gastric sleeve process. I have been thinking about it for a couple years and finally got up the nerve to pursue it. My final straw was when I went to Silver Dollar City in Branson, MO and rode a couple rides with my 7 year old son and I had to squeeze into them and I almost didn't fit. I was so embarrassed and all I could think about is how do I tell my son that we can't ride because I'm to big. Came home from that trip and explained to my husband what happened and that I was thinking about the sleeve surgery and he looked at me and told me he watched me struggle to get into the rides and it broke his heart so he is 100% behind me.

Before I decided to get the ball rolling I watched and read this forum and you all gave me the courage to do it. Thank You!!

So excited, I keep thinking about all the things I want to do when I'm at a weight I can do them. Oh, and not to even mention the clothes!!

Thanks for listening, it feels good to get my reason off my chest,

Jessica

Congrats on your decision to get the sleeve! I totally understand where you are coming from... I too was tired of living life from the sidelines, wanting to be able to fly comfortably, travel, enjoy a theme park, not wonder if am going to fit in a both..and YES, clothes Along with just wanting to be healthier and live longer doing things I enjoy.

I am glad the forums have been helpful to you... it is a wonderful resource and support!

You can do this. Stay strong. I struggled with the decision as well. Now, best decision I have ever made for myself. My husband was my biggest supporter and that helps tremendously. I am a few pounds from goal now. My surgery was September 25, 2014. And I would do it all over again. Eek minus the self pay part of it. That stunk.

Good luck Jessica! I'm 1 week Post Op, and thank God, I am doing really well I believe.

I'm comfy, not in any pain, I'm getting used to eating blended things /my Protein shakes, taking my Vitamins. Doctor weighed me yesterday and I lost 9 pounds.

I completely understand where you're coming from, and so glad you're taking these positive steps.