down 86 lbs.....76 lbs in exactly 4 months!

[pottergirl 261]

Having the sleeve has given me the ability to finally lose this weight and get healthy. I don't feel cumbersome anymore....I see my old self emerging again. I can squeeze through much smaller areas....I used to be afraid to sit in a booth at restaurants!!! I can fit in all ALL the clothing lines I sell in my boutique. My blood pressure is perfect and my husband says I no longer snore. I am lucky enough to not have side effects other than done Hair loss which so far isn't noticeable due to thick hair.....taking Biotin to combat that. I am thrilled I finally did this and recommend it to anyone on the fence!

[minxie 13]

You sound so happy! I am thrilled with your progress and wish you continued success! WOO HOO!

[JeansBeans 12]

Awesome job-I can't wait to get sleeved-but due to some strong opinions from others and a pain in the butt nosey boss I can't seem to make a plan:(

[ebonisekim 1,713]

Having the sleeve has given me the ability to finally lose this weight and get healthy. I don't feel cumbersome anymore....I see my old self emerging again. I can squeeze through much smaller areas....I used to be afraid to sit in a booth at restaurants!!! I can fit in all ALL the clothing lines I sell in my boutique. My blood pressure is perfect and my husband says I no longer snore. I am lucky enough to not have side effects other than done hair loss which so far isn't noticeable due to thick hair.....taking Biotin to combat that. I am thrilled I finally did this and recommend it to anyone on the fence!

We had are surgery the same day I see you passed me up by 6 pounds ( teasing) but congrats to you sleeve sister .. I'm down 80 pounds and I agree w ya .. Great way to work that sleeve now when can we see the before and present pic ...

[ebonisekim 1,713]

Awesome job-I can't wait to get sleeved-but due to some strong opinions from others and a pain in the butt nosey boss I can't seem to make a plan:(

My advice to u is be honesty and just go for it .. That's what worked for me .. It's way too much work to keep this a secret but for those who work hard at doing it good luck to you

[Ms skinniness 3,003]

Awesome job-I can't wait to get sleeved-but due to some strong opinions from others and a pain in the butt nosey boss I can't seem to make a plan:(

Those are not very good reasons for not planning. I say, just do it. Others opinion don't really matter when it comes to your health and happiness. This is a life changing procedure and I doubt that you will regret it.....

[WEARMYHEARTONMYSLEEVE 13]

Awesome job-I can't wait to get sleeved-but due to some strong opinions from others and a pain in the butt nosey boss I can't seem to make a plan:(

.....I understand how you feel and it took me two years to FINALLY put ME first. No one lives in your skin and only you can make the decision on making you truly HAPPY! Just go for it, you deserve it! I will be sleeved tomorrow and I am so excited. Do you girlfriend!

[AudOne 82]

wow! congrats minxie & ebonisekim you have both done amazing! I am only 8 days post op so brand new sleever...I am having alot of probs getting the Protein down can't wait to be on soft foods, for some reason I was fine with the protein before sleeve but now it makes me nauseated, any advice?

[AudOne 82]

& pottergirl congrats also....fingers got ahead of my brain!

[JeansBeans 12]

Thank you all I appreciate the kind words. It's hard to explain to someone who has NEVER been overweight what you are going through-and a boss who won't let you have time off because it is elective surgery is a big jerk face. (my honesty didn't pay off-I should have said it was personal) I would be taking time off without pay-he just doesn't want the inconvenience of me not being here. I want to be the Sleeve Guru too!!!! #disgruntled

[ebonisekim 1,713]

Thank you all I appreciate the kind words. It's hard to explain to someone who has NEVER been overweight what you are going through-and a boss who won't let you have time off because it is elective surgery is a big jerk face. (my honesty didn't pay off-I should have said it was personal) I would be taking time off without pay-he just doesn't want the inconvenience of me not being here. I want to be the Sleeve Guru too!!!! #disgruntled

If your going through your insurance it is ruled medically ..

[SamIAm3791 22]

Thank you all I appreciate the kind words. It's hard to explain to someone who has NEVER been overweight what you are going through-and a boss who won't let you have time off because it is elective surgery is a big jerk face. (my honesty didn't pay off-I should have said it was personal) I would be taking time off without pay-he just doesn't want the inconvenience of me not being here. I want to be the Sleeve Guru too!!!! #disgruntled

in my humble opinion, its none of your bosses business what your getting surgery for? all they need to know is your getting surgery. through hippa laws hes not obligated to know anything more than that. if he wants to be a "big jerk face" i'd say that its medically necessary, thats it, no more. he cant ask you or your doctors for anymore info. good luck in everyting

[conshy416 18]

That's discrimination. Your boss can not decide that you are not allowed to cash in your sick time and go out of work to have surgery. Make sure you full out FMLA paperwork through your employer. That won't get you paid but it will protect your job for 6 months. Good luck!

[pottergirl 261]

Everyone is right, your boss has no right and cannot say if it's elective surgery. Any co morbidity? I operate a busy boutique and decided to be public with my surgery in the hopes it might help someone come to the same difficult decision I made . It took me years to make it......and everyday was a good funeral!

I finally feel somewhat like my old self and although I went thru with this for health reasons I am loving seeing my face emerge from all my day! I will post before and after....Will need to figure out how on my phone or kindle....I love this sight...Thanks for all the info and support!

Eboni...we r neck and neck!

[pottergirl 261]

good= food