Tony

Hello everyone! I just wanted to say thank you for all the words of kindness and great advice you've given me and my wife. I leave for the hospital in about 15 minutes. My surgery is on Thursday morning, and I'll be in the hospital for 5 days post-op. I will write about my experience as soon as I come back home! I must admit, I'm very excited and scared at the same time. I've never been under anesthesia before - a "big & strong" man like myself shudders at the thought. Still, The doctor has been very reassuring to me and my wife. You are ALL amazing people to share your stories and experiences, both the ups and the downs. They have all helped me understand that I am not all alone in this. Thank you all again. Big hugs! Everyone take care and I'll talk to soon! Tony

Hello Everyone! I've been reading posts on the site for several weeks now and I must say, I have to thank all of you. I'm scheduled to be sleeved on Nov 4, and all of the information I've read here has made me feel much better about my decision. I grew up a big kid, but dropped most of my weight throughout my teenage years and into my military years. I even body sculpted for a while, but shortly after the military I put on a lot of weight and struggled to bring it down. Its been over ten years and its only gone up. I finally decided to have the sleeve, and my doctor was very supportive (as is my beautiful wife). I've been on my Pre-op diet for 2 weeks tomorrow. I must admit, the thought of my relationship with food changing was initially terrifying to me. Food has been my comfort, joy and best friend since I was young. I've been coming to terms over the past several months with the emotional and psychological aspects of having the operation done, and after seeing that I'm not alone, I feel very good about, excited even! Well, I just wanted to say hello. Thank you everyone~and please take care! Tony