I was waffling a couple of months ago about whether I was making the right choice to pursue VSG. I decided to get honest with myself about the things I had been putting off/avoiding because of my weight (and therefore things I might do after VSG).

I started the list and it went on and on and on....
- fit into a wet suit and go scuba diving
- be in the picture with my kids
- promote my business
- flirt
Etc. Etc. Etc. Etc. for pages... :(

I still cry every time I think of another thing to add to the list. But, I do get excited by the thought that someday, hopefully soon, that list will shrink!

What have you been putting off and what will you be excited to do either again or for the first time after WLS?!

Ps VSG scheduled for October 18, 2018.

6 minutes ago, Frustr8 said:

But would you come if I could lasso the other 2? Besides Love Field has such a romantic sound like I am going to HappyTown or Pleasantville.

Sure, for me it's only a 40-minute drive! Fluffy's the one who'd have to make a major effort. And you, of course!

Edited August 30, 20187 yr by Orchids&Dragons

10 minutes ago, Orchids&Dragons said:

Sure, for me it's only a 40-minute drive! Fluffy's the one who'd have to make a major effort. And you, of course!

If you did get together, I'd come and be your videographer! Great excuse to see one of my favorite states!

4 minutes ago, AshAsh1 said:

If you did get together, I'd come and be your videographer! Great excuse to see one of my favorite states!

You're always welcome!

I am glad that everyone has future plans! I read some of them and thought "Yes! I want to do that as well." My ultimate would be to learn how to properly surf in the ocean and be successful at it. Maybe somewhere like Hawaii or Australia. I would worry about sharks though. And the hubby wants me to go see "The Meg."

Oh!

I would love to hike in Scotland

Walk the Freedom Trail in Boston with my husband

Cross Country Ski again

Buy whatever clothes I want

wear cute shoes!!!!

Ride a horse again

NOT have to knit the biggest size sweater - I will be able to knit any sweater pattern I want!

And Separ1418, think How many fewer skeins of yarn you,will have to do project with
See, I am both knitter and crocheter, I do know how they mount up at times.

8 hours ago, Orchids&Dragons said:

So we won't be going skydiving together?

Just me, you and Matt...

Edited August 31, 20187 yr by GreenTealael

Build a tiny home

9 hours ago, GreenTealael said:

Just me, you and Matt...

Fair enough!

Skydiving, ride roller coasters. When we go to Wisconsin Dells next month, I’ll be able to zipline. Kayaking on the Chicago River. When we fly to England next year, I’ll be able to sit in the middle seat next to my wife comfortably and pass our son back and forth. When we go to the beach next summer, I won’t need an enormous reinforced beach chair.

I haven’t told anyone but being overweight has prevented me from planning a wedding or having children. Now that I’ve had the surgery once i get to my goal weight I want to do both of those things! I also want to go on outdoor adventures and not worry about being out of breath or being in pain

Oh there are so many! Roller coasters or amusement parks right now I'm scared to step foot into one due to getting to embarrassed a couple years ago. Sky diving w/ my wife. She wants to go so bad and unfort doesn't understand that I'm simply not able to do because of my weight. Hiking. Being able to physically keep up w/ my family members at outings!

Gah. The list could go on.

I have so many. I am only 22 and I haven't ever lived. So here are some of mine.

1. Go out on a boat and scuba dive on the reef, not being afraid of not being able to get back in.

2 . WHITE WATER RAFTING (This is one my big life dreams)

3. Ride on an airplane and feel comfortable.

4. Wear a swim suit and feel confident.

5. Go out to a club and actually dance and not be embarrassed.

6. Ride a roller coaster.

7. Fall in love.

8. Everything else in life. I am so ready to feel free.

On 8/29/2018 at 2:54 PM, Red Alicia said:

I want to be able to wear a dress without my thighs chafing

Post op 9 months here and spoiler alert: this is literally the best feeling ever, I can’t wait until you find out yourself!

Post op 9 months here and spoiler alert: this is literally the best feeling ever, I can’t wait until you find out yourself!

Thank you- I can't wait