So, I work in a small town in a small industry. We have had the same delivery driver for decade, we have always been friendly chit chat on the job only. Well I made the mistake of sharing my sleeve news. Only to hear back from friends in other neighboring offices he is blabbing telling people and taking smack. Yes, I know it is my fault. Just hurtful. And my aunt has been running her mouth. Not that I care if people know but it is my story to tell. Learn from me not everyone has your best interest at heart even with they pretend. Done. Time to take care of myself and leave everyone out of it who is not going through it. Thank you

Hey chele367, dont feel bad for sharing your awesome news with someone who you thought would be happy for you. He is a jerk for talking about you behind your back, but you shouldnt allow him to make you feel bad for trusting and sharing! Although I say all of this, I totally understand what you feel because others have done the same to me and I felt the exact same way you do, but I try to stay positive and excited about the new journey because it is all mine!! Some people are not always happy to see you change and that sucks, but I am happy for you and you will do great!!!

He is an ass.

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My dad use to say when their talking about you it gives someone else a chance... Basically people are always talking about someone one and it changes from day to day... Sorry you have others telling your story, rather than them allowing you to tell it

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@@chele367, I'm really sorry that a family member and this guy did that. Very sad. Just keep your head up and be proud of you, and all you are accomplishing for yourself. You'll have the last laugh down the road as you continue to become the best you!

Before surgery I initially just told my sister (who was accompanying me to Mexico), my parents (cause my sister made me) and my work partner. I never told them it was a secret but I wasn't really sure who I wanted to share it with. Well those 4 people took care of it for me....within a couple weeks I was getting calls and texts from friends and family in 4 different states!

I was a little perturbed at first, but turns out they did me a big favor. I received such good feedback and support that it made it easy to decide not to keep my surgery a dirty little secret. Being able to talk about it openly has been so much easier than trying to fudge my way through half truths when people ask how I lost so much weight.

Sorry you've been turned into the latest gossip topic, but being from a small town myself, we both know there will be something juicier and more interesting to talk about soon enough and you'll be old news.