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thats awesome!

Thanks Missy, I am more comfortable with the spoke word, than the written. I have been fat all my life, and the LB is a concept that I refused to even consider, so now that I have one, I need to find a way to use it to look at my life in a new way, Mistress Band is the person who is helping me do that. The humor for me is a reminder to not take myself too seriously, and a hint to others, that they may want to follow suite. BTW, just want you know how inspiring your journey is to me. You and several others on this board give me hope that one day I can succeed as well.

Congratulation! I'm so happy for you.

I agree with Cynthia2013: Not "caving" is a major sucess all its own! Congrats superhero!

Congratulations on getting the recognition you deserve! Shine on!

Just think how FABULOUS you will look at your book signings now too!!!

Hi Jon. Good luck with your journey. I also talked to a lot of family, friends, coworkers that were supportive but deep down I don't know if they really understood this decision of mine. I did a lot of research, watch the surgery on youtube. As i went thru the process that my insurance and the weight loss program expected, I learned alot and was focused on getting approved. I was sleeved a little over two weeks ago. I feel good and still amazed that i eat because i need to eat. I loved food and was an emotional eater or a bored eater. I don't have that urge to eat everything now...I know I am still early out but it is amazing to look in the mirror and see the difference already. i am shooting for a healthier future...good luck!

Hey Jon - VSG is the single best decision I have made in my life! I am down 41 lbs since my first consult with my surgeon in November 2012. I was sleeved on January 3rd and have said goodbye to 25 lbs in less than a month. Each day I feel better and better. You've come to the right place for information and support. Welcome!

I struggle with the same issues. I have basically limited support and know that i am making one of the biggest decisions of my life alone. I haven't questioned my decision as much as I thought I would, i really have a peace about it. Like you said we did this to our selves and we're the only ones that can reverse it. Whether that is by means of surgery or if we had the discipline we wish we had by diet and exercise. My psych said it best when i asked her if she thought i was crazy for wanting to do this. She said, "I don't see anything wrong with someone who sees a problem and wants to fix it, especially when they are holding themselves accountable". Because at the end of the day we have to change what we been doing surgery or no surgery you won't get a different outcome.. Good luck!