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Welcome, new gay sleevers!

Tomorrow is my one-year Surgiversary! I'm down 134 pounds from a top weight of 381. I'm 34, 6"2' gay male. Married and happy as hell.

That said, It's hard work. Not necessarily physically (for me), the weight came off practically on it's own, but mentally, emotionally and experiencially it's been a challenging year.

Do what the doctors tell you about HOW to lose the weight, constantly remind yourself WHY you lose the weight and, most importantly, do some sort of emotional work to figure out why you gained the weight in the first place. I strongly recomend support groups like Overeaters Anonymous and individual therapy. Some doctors offer support groups as well, which weren't a fit for me, but might be for you.

My only regret is not doing it sooner. Take lots of photos and get ready for an exciting adventure!!!

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Hi Everyone!! Just checking in.. Queens NY , no pun intended :)

52 yo.. Sleeved August 2014 .. HW 255..current weight 138... Dr Holover with NY Bariatric group..surgery at at Mercy Medical

the year has flown by..i am happy and most importantly HEALTHY..It was the best decision of my life and yes.. I wish i had done it sooner..

With my wife for 31 years..she was very hesitant about the surgery at first, cause well...ITS SURGERY...but she tells me that she sees that i am happier and we are much more active.

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NY Lesbian here. I had my sleeve and gall bladder removed this past Monday 9/28. If anyone wants to chat, I'm available.

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Your journey has just started... Good luck!!!

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NY Lesbian here. I had my sleeve and gall bladder removed this past Monday 9/28. If anyone wants to chat, I'm available.

hello. Had mine done 8-31-15. How are you doing?

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Hey, new here. Just been kind of observing. All the stuff I have been reading has been very encouraging. I'm to be "sleeved" on April 28th. I'm anxious, excited, and scared. I'm ready to start a new chapter in my life! ????

Hi bobbyy! How did things go?

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Howdy to all of the new folks that have found the group! I am about 6 months out and doing great. The goal my doc and I agreed upon is only 40 lbs away and I couldn't be happier. If I can help any of the new folks in anyway please don't hesitate to ask. This site/forum has been a great resource for me so if I can help/support someone else that would be great. I certainly don't have all the answers and I am still fairly new but I will do what I can to support my WLS peeps! :-)

Hi! I'm Art. I just got my sleeve on 10/14. Been doing great, so far. Looks like you're about year ahead of me.

I hope all is well with you!

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Hi I'm jess bi from Maryland getting sleeved in February of next year

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Hi Jess. Congrats on deciding to change your life. You'll do great! I was sleeved at the end of September and doing well.

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Good luck Walter!!! It is worth it!!!

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