TransformerOfYoungMinds

Hi Rosie! I too will be having VSG surgery at some point, hopefully November. I have to jump through some hoops and classes (for my insurance), but I will definitely be sleeved before the year ends. I am new to this site, but have been reading posts here for about a month. The posters here are wonderful beyond compare. They are knowledgable, helpful, and supportive. Good luck to you on your journey!

Welcome! I'm a newbie too, don't even have a date schedule yet, but everyone on this site is amazing! I have learned so much from the posters Best of luck to you on your journey-- keep us posted, I'd love to hear how it's going to for you!

That is so exciting! You're so close to being sleeved-- Wishing you all the success in the world

Congratulations, that is awesome! We have similar stats, so I feel inspired by you-- I am just beginning this crazy, wonderful journey and posts like this help reaffirm my decision to be sleeved

Congratulations! I hope to someday be where you're at

I have been lurking on these boards for months, and finally decided to create an account a couple weeks ago. I am a 31-year-old middle school teacher who has battled weight problems since 3rd grade. Five years ago, I lost over 60 pounds on Weight Watchers, which I loved!!!! The point thing was so easy, I was working out like a madwoman, life was great.... until my father, who I loved more than anything, died unexpectedly (heart attack, diabetes, sleep apnea-- I have no idea... my mom did not want to do an autopsy). Over the next 11 months, I also lost my dog (who I adored), my great uncle, my uncle, and my grandfather (my last living grandparent). Needless to say, the weight came back on, and then some. I battled depression during this time, but came out on top. My father's death inspired me to do what I love, so I went back to school and got my teaching credential. Last year was my first year teaching and it is the best decision I have ever made. I went back on Weight Watchers earlier this year, and got down to 289. At this time, i began researching WLS. One of my co-workers got the lap band, so initially I wanted that as well. I even went to an amazing seminar (Dr. Billy in Ventura, CA). His office said I need to contact my insurance, which I did. My PCP referred me to the Options program though Kaiser. I went to my first orientation, where the sleeve was mentioned. Since that day in May, I have researched tirelessly online while (not so) patiently waiting for my first Options class at the end of July. Thanks to all of you amazing posters, I am truly looking forward to this journey. I am hoping to be sleeved in November while on my Thanksgiving break from school. You have all been so informative.... I ordered unjury Protein powder, a blender ball cup, and picked up a bunch of sugar-free Torani syrups at Smart & Final. Had my first Protein shake for Breakfast this morning (Unjury chocolate Splendor and Water with a little bit of the Chocolate and Salted Caramel sugar-free Toranis)... it was great!!!!! I just wanted to introduce myself and thank you for sharing your experiences......I am so motivated to begin this next chapter of my life. Sleeve me!!!! Allison

Thanks everyone! I will post again once I have more info about my surgery

Hi Aimee! I am also a Kaiser patient. My first Options class is July 26th at Woodland Hills. Are you So Cal or Northern Cali? Best of luck, please keep us updated on your journey! Allison