I don't know where to actually put this, but I guess I'll put this here since I am no longer a candidate for this surgery.

After all my research into this, the appts., and the realization to what outcome I actually wanted my Doctor and I decided that WLS isn't for me at this moment When I started this over a year ago I wanted to become healthier before all the health issues came that they say comes along with being fat. However, I never wanted to become a slim woman, just a healthier full figured woman. Since then, I've changed my eating habits a great deal(which I love a lot), I don't even have to push myself to exercise daily(it's just something that comes as natural as not drinking soda), I've quit smoking, and I find myself 60lbs(and counting) lighter without it being a burden to me. Since, I am not getting the surgery I don't know if it's appropriate if I stay..

I think there are a few other people on this site that have done the same thing. One poster that comes to mind is JQ Public. I'm pretty sure he didn't have surgery, but wanted some form of support and liked out group.

Congrats on your success!

I don't know where to actually put this, but I guess I'll put this here since I am no longer a candidate for this surgery.

After all my research into this, the appts., and the realization to what outcome I actually wanted my Doctor and I decided that WLS isn't for me at this moment When I started this over a year ago I wanted to become healthier before all the health issues came that they say comes along with being fat. However, I never wanted to become a slim woman, just a healthier full figured woman. Since then, I've changed my eating habits a great deal(which I love a lot), I don't even have to push myself to exercise daily(it's just something that comes as natural as not drinking soda), I've quit smoking, and I find myself 60lbs(and counting) lighter without it being a burden to me. Since, I am not getting the surgery I don't know if it's appropriate if I stay..

Wow! Congrats on your success thus far!

For what it's worth, I don't think you need to leave. Most of us on this board have one thing in common: A struggle with weight. Some of us have been banded a while, some not, some have been unbanded, and some are here researching their options. It sounds like you found an option that works for you!

Please stay! Like SElaine said, we're all struggling with our weight here. You aren't going to be any less welcome just because you didn't have surgery!

Ditto to the others - please stay! You are successful, and we like hanging around those who can share their success and some tips.

You should stay. You have decided to take another route to weight loss but the reason we are all here is because of our weight issues.

How great it is that you have found your way in this difficult journey. You will always be welcome here, we are a family. Yes, sometimes we all act crazy and fight, but what family doesn't? Congratulations on your success and wishing you more success in the future.

This reminds me of when I was a stupid teen, I was scared to take a mid-term (had been out sick) and decided to cheat. I stayed up all night copying my study guide onto the tiniest cheat sheet.. over and over..The next day when the test was in front of me, I didn't need my cheat sheet. I had learned the subject.. Why am I telling you my little story, well cause you didn't need your cheat sheet! Good for you.