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Awesome story. Congrats. Welcome to your new life. This is a great place for info and support.

Yeah, there aren't many of us here. We just kind of lurk in the background on this thread. But that's ok, I support the boys too. : )

My mom is trying to get hers done here thru insurance and then will head to mexico with me for my surgery in March. If all goes well, she'll be about 4-5 months ahead of me. But it will be nice to have that support for eachother.

Lol I don't think having more men post is a problem. This thread is mostly men. I've decided I must be one of the very few "token lesbians" on VST.

Well, one step closer. I will be using my taxes to fill in the financial gap. I'll be headed to Mexico with Dr. Kelly 3/28/13. It's a long way off but at least I feel like I have something concrete to look forward to. Loser bench in sight, albiet be through a pair of binoculars. : )

One step closer..now have a date with Dr. Kelly 3/28/13 : ) it can't get here fast enough!

Elle, I know its frustrating and after surgery, we want to be like "poof" skinny me. Lol But be patient, work that tool! You have made wonderful progress in 2.5 months. I mean wow..really great progress. You'll get there. Heck, by next summer, you may not go on the lazy river cuz you keep fallin thru the hole...grin. Chin up! : )

Wow. U brought tears to my eyes. I have a son, nearly 13. I dream of being able to do just this kind of thing with him. One of my main reasons for the surgery. Thank you for sharing. I hope someday, I will hear those words from him.

Awesome! You look wonderful.

Awesome post O. Congrats to you! Its nice to hear someone who has not felt good or had good self image be proud and even a little vain. You deserve it, u worked hard for it. Brag away! I hope I can too one day. Lol

Good grief. :eyeroll:

There are no broad sweeping statements.The "sweeping statement" you reference was no such thing. It was an opinion of a book character only. Which was twisted to be a real life statement. The book character since that is what was originally the topic. The conversation about a book that lead to societies views. An understandable breakoff since the books are of a risque nature. Shrug...

I haven't read them and had considered because of the hype. But thank you to all who prevented me from wasting my money. BDSM probably draws some as it is an underground topic. I would assume the books would sell partly from curiosity, partly for the fact we can read them and place ourselves into our darkest fantasies safely without actually taking part. We all have some dom/sub parts to our personalities. I personally have no desire to read about a weak minded submissive woman as I would quickly lose all respect for the female character. That, and well, being feminist I don't think I could read a male sexually dominant character and get into it. The reviews of it being poorly written just cinched its place on the "no buy" list.

Awesome progress!! U look great!

Some insurances don't or won't cover wls. Wls is 5-9000(approx) in mexico compared to 12-22000 in the states. So for most self pays the surgery would be out of reach. Most docs in Mexico have performed more sleeves and longer than most US docs, so its a safe alternative choice for those unable to obtain the surgery here.

Not to step on toes here ladi, but I didnt want you to assume that diet would not be a focus post sleeve. Food won't be your life, but nutrition and choices will always play a roll. Pdx is highly active. A marathon runner in fact.. way to go Pd!! So he can afford a higher cal and carb intake and maintain goal. Reaching and staying at goal will always depend on what you take in and what you burn. The sleeve isn't magical, only a tool. Just wanted you to be informed of the other side since you're presleeve. I am too btw. An educated decision is best before making the leap to avoid regrets. : ) Best wishes and good luck. Correct me if my advice isnt sound post sleeves. : )

Best of luck! I know you're excited. : )

Well, maybe sleeve buddies, if not in Docs then dates. Cool. Good luck!

Awesome! You look fantastic!

Way to go! Keep up the great work. I love how fast the results happen. Easier to keep up the motivation for ppl like me who want things yesterday. ; )

You look great! What an amazing 2 month change!!

You look awesome! So inspiring. Thank you for posting. I love the B/A pics.