Scaredy Cat

I've thought about this a lot. I've told my husband of course, my mom, sisters, brother and one best friend. Only one person knows at work and that's because she's in human resources and I wanted to find out if my insurance would cover it. Luckily she was supportive (knows people that it has worked for) and I felt good about having one person at work to talk to. It's hard not to talk about this - it will dramatically change my life! I didn't tell anyone else at work because they are "clicky" and I didn't want to be the subject of their lunchtime get-togethers! I think I will tell more after the deed is done, the weight starts to drop and my confidence and self esteem grows. I'm just not there yet.

Leaveittosleever - I LOVED your post!!!!

Amen!

Saw that episode last night. They know the weight comes back don't they?

That's amazing! Good for you!!

If you don't want to keep getting on the wagon - just don't ever get off. This term was adapted from a motivation poster I saw about starting over -

The good thing is that seafood is so full of protein! Keep trying

Oh there was one more question...she asked if I have been or currently am addicted to drugs or alcohol. I said no, too busy being addicted to food!

Mine took 5 minutes tops. I went in, she took out a single piece of paper and asked me about 5 questions. The questions were 1) am I or have I ever been physically or emotionally abuse 2) what is my relationship status and am I happy with it 3) do I have friends and/ or relatives that live nearby and are supportive of my decision 4) can I follow doctors instructions and 5) do you have the fax number to send this to your doctor. Wow!!! That was it!!!

I've read that some people do watered down mashed potatoes.

Dehydration will make you feel awful. Keep trying to sip! Hey, we're neighbors, I'm in RI

And just 15 more, you'll be in Onderland!! Way to go!!!

By the way, your photo looks great - you look like the daughter of your former self!!!

Thanks Victoria, that's awesome! I'm looking forward to going shopping with my 14 year old daughter - not in the same size but at least in the same department!! The clothes in the Juniors section are way so much more fun!!

Wow Courtney! You go!!! That's awesome!

Last time I was on a diet, it took me three months to lose 14 pounds so I think 25 in one month is awesome!!!!! It's all in your perspective

Woooohooo! Yay for you!!!

I took vitamins well before I even thought about weight loss surgery. My children take vitamins. Personally, I don't think it's a big deal taking vitamins even well into my 80's. what I do mind I'd not even making it to my 80's because obesity is deadly.

Wooohoooo!!!!!

Congrats Chad for moving forward. I'm glad youre dreaming about eating fish and not something like donuts! LOL

Congratulations!!! Can't wait!

OMG Pumpkin Cheesecake sounds AMAZING!!!!!! Thank you so much!

For us pre-ops, that bowl of food looks AMAZINgLY small!

Yes you will be able to do stairs. Just take your time.

They melt way faster than twizzlers