Does anyone but me want to keep getting the band a secret? I am scheduled for 12/28 and just don't want to tell very many people. Is it a fear of failing "again" or just not wanting to go through "the discussion"? AND of the few people I am telling--even few of them know that I am going to Mexico to have it done--absolutely because I don't want THAT discussion!! My husband told his father and my f-i-l's remark was"I rather just be fat than have surgery" But like I told hubby--that's because he has no clue--but then most people don't!

so--back to the question--do you tell people ahead of time--or wait till they notice

Mary

The third week after surgery I went on a cruise and told as many people who showed a little bit of interest about my LB weight loss surgery. It helped get my happiness out! Finally losing weight, put me on a high. Eliminating back pain, gave me peace. And talking about it with strangers who had no preconceived idea of who I was, or what I should do was liberating.

Now am back at home. Somewhat talked out. Am glad, as my weight loss has slowed to a pound or half each week. My DH is encouraging by noticing changes. A kind word goes a long way.

As for the nay sayers, I look forward to continue growing and meeting upbeat new friends.

I totally agree with you Hungryforchange. That's exactly how I feel about telling about the surgery for me. I thought I had written it, hehe. The only difference is I'm getting banded Dec 27th and will be on protein liquid diet during our family Christmas eve party. That will definately be a challenge. Since I see my family quite often (we all live pretty close to each other), and just spent Thanksgiving with them, I won't feel bad if all of a sudden I don't feel well and stay home Christmas Eve night! That's my secret! I'll still send my hubby to the party, hehe.

Well I haven't told....

My husband knows I am having surgery, he just doesn't know what it is for.....

is that terrible of me?

He is being supportive..and I did mention I will be loosing weight because of it....

i,ve only told my boyfriend an 19 year oldan my 17 year old they are yound adults, they are with me 100%, i,ve got 6 months to go so when i get close to a date i will phone long distance an tell my family, sister,s an brothers right now i,m going throuht the process of getting things done.