I wasn't sure where to put this thread but I have a question....How do y'all comeback when someone asks you what you weigh? I can't believe how many people ask me that! They never asked me that before I got my band when I was so out of control but for some reason now they think they have a right to know what I weigh. I've mentioned it before that it embarrasses me to tell people how much weight I've already lost and still be this big so maybe that plays into it. They hear what I've lost and want to know what I weigh now. I just tell them I don't tell anyone what I weigh. But some keep on. A couple have even started playing the "let me guess your weight" game with me. I have to use all my strength not to want to punch their lights out...unless of course they guess a much lower weight than I am. I'm sure someone else on here has faced the same thing and hopefully can lend me some snappy comebacks!

Hi, this is my first post. I haven't had my surgery yet, I hope to in the next month or so. As for the rude questions, I would just try and ignore that it was asked. I can't believe people ask you that randomly, I've never had anyone ask me, and I've been overweight for a long time. Those of you that have the band, does everyone in your lives know about it? I was just planning on telling family and a few close friends, or is it obvious to co-workers etc. that you've done something?

Lori

90 lbs to lose, none lost so far!

Hey Blaze;

No, I don't think it is obvious - some people tell and some people don't. Check out this thread.

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=10035&highlight=closet

Welcome!

If it ever happens to me again I think I'll just say, "I could tell you... but then I'd have to kill you." (Smiling sweetly with an edge).

That works, doesn't it?

Kare - That was perfect!!! I'll have to remember that one!!!

that wouldnt bother me.. cept when it required this big story about what was going on.. I just said "its complicated right now"

who cares what you weigh.. I mean I am sure anyone can guess within 30 to 50 pounds.. whats the big deal?

plus ya know how some look great at a weight and others look fat at the same weight..

I have lost 65 pounds and no one can tell..

But I am proud to say 349.....