Any May 20th surgeries out there?

[terisis 14]

Congrats to all who have lost weight already!!! I was down 10 lbs but gained 3 back... Wouldn't be getting surgery if keeping the weight off wasn't an issue lol. I also have told nobody!! Nobody except my husband about getting sleeved... To many huffy, " concerned" family members and friends. I would have spent the last 3 months listening to them try to talk me out of it... AGAIN... Which they did 3 years ago when I was 70 lbs lighter... What a waste lol So great to have pals on here who will be going through this together!! dde0a

Exactly why no one but human resource at my job and my mom & dad knows about my surgery that negative energy is no Bueno. If only you can depend on everyone to give well wishes.

[heatherfaier 1]

May 23rd here

[teemarie1078 165]

Exactly why no one but human resource at my job and my mom & dad knows about my surgery that negative energy is no Bueno. If only you can depend on everyone to give well wishes.

Exactly.. So many people worried about what the surgery will do to my health... Um how about I'm 300 lbs, pre diabetic, constantly out of breath and uncomfortable ? People should be next to me with freaking Pom poms lol

[terisis 14]

Exactly.. So many people worried about what the surgery will do to my health... Um how about I'm 300 lbs, pre diabetic, constantly out of breath and uncomfortable ? People should be next to me with freaking Pom poms lol

Lol u agree. I prepared myself to keep it a secret after it's done. There is no why & how would you do it

[Dani_elle86 20]

Team 'May 20th sleevers' I just realized that at this time next week we'll all be out of surgery and recovering all ready...is it me or is that kinda crazy?! I can't believe it's so soon! Is everyone else kinda anxious/nervous? I didn't think I would be until the day before, but now I feel like it's all I can think about! Best of luck on all of your pre-op diets! We're on the home stretch...woooohoooo!!

[rome 156]

I'm with you Danielle! I thought I'd be nervous the night before however, I can't seem to think about much of anything but next Tuesday! Trying to keep busy...cleaning cupboards, stocking up on Powerade, cleaning the Fridge, reading and re-reading my binder thinking by doing so I will know EXACTLY how slow to drink or eat knowing full well it will be a trial and error thing ha! Trial and error is ok....as long as it doesn't include vomiting lol!

Almost to the land of Oz and then I'll be clicking my heels...theres nothing like health and skinny 3 times until I fit into those size 10 jeans I bought! LETS GO!!!!!

[jenny13 64]

Team 'May 20th sleevers' I just realized that at this time next week we'll all be out of surgery and recovering all ready...is it me or is that kinda crazy?! I can't believe it's so soon! Is everyone else kinda anxious/nervous? I didn't think I would be until the day before, but now I feel like it's all I can think about! Best of luck on all of your pre-op diets! We're on the home stretch...woooohoooo!!

Yay! It's almost here! lol I'm getting a little nervous, but I try not to think about it or I'll worry myself for no reason. My preop diet is going pretty good (once I got past day 4!) I haven't "cheated" any! My husband has been a great help this week! Hope everyone else is doing good!

[walkingshammy 1]

May 28 is my date.

im May 28th too started my preop today so far so good

[CaraT2014 4]

I thought I would never get through this week! Tuesday is just around the corner and I will be so busy at work Monday preparing for my absence that I know the time will fly by.

I've been reading a lot on these boards but haven't posted much other than to say that I am in the May 20th group for sleevers. I wanted to share something that I am struggling with and that is the two of my closest friends are significantly overweight. I feel like they are the ones that have supported me the least! When I told them both that I was getting the surgery, it seemed as though they tried to be supportive but both really had negative things to say. One expressed feeling as though the surgery is done for vanity reasons and another told me, "I haven't really seen you try anything else" and went on to tell me how incredibly difficult it will be and how she feels I am just looking for a quick fix. I felt like saying wait a minute - I'm the one who has been going to all of the appointments and tests and doing the footwork to learn about the procedure and the pre op diet ect. If there is one thing that I know, it is that i realize it won't be easy. at the end of the day though, I am just trying to be healthy.

I think one of the more difficult things for me with this will be that it seems as though my new healthier lifestyle will change my relationships with some of the people that I have been friends with. I feel completely judged by some of the people that I considered myself the closest too. Please help!!

[teemarie1078 165]

I thought I would never get through this week! Tuesday is just around the corner and I will be so busy at work Monday preparing for my absence that I know the time will fly by. I've been reading a lot on these boards but haven't posted much other than to say that I am in the May 20th group for sleevers. I wanted to share something that I am struggling with and that is the two of my closest friends are significantly overweight. I feel like they are the ones that have supported me the least! When I told them both that I was getting the surgery, it seemed as though they tried to be supportive but both really had negative things to say. One expressed feeling as though the surgery is done for vanity reasons and another told me, "I haven't really seen you try anything else" and went on to tell me how incredibly difficult it will be and how she feels I am just looking for a quick fix. I felt like saying wait a minute - I'm the one who has been going to all of the appointments and tests and doing the footwork to learn about the procedure and the pre op diet ect. If there is one thing that I know, it is that i realize it won't be easy. at the end of the day though, I am just trying to be healthy. I think one of the more difficult things for me with this will be that it seems as though my new healthier lifestyle will change my relationships with some of the people that I have been friends with. I feel completely judged by some of the people that I considered myself the closest too. Please help!!

I'm so sorry to hear you are going through that! You will get lots of support on here! The truth of the matter is your friends are more than likely a little jealous, and a lot scared if the change that is to come . Soon you won't be overweight and unhealthy with them anymore.. You will be losing weight and feeling great, and they could very well be in the same spot they are now, and that's prob scary to them. You are actually doing something about it. T

Lord knows this is no quick fix or easy way out... I can't stand when people say this... Our lives are about to change forever... There are certain things we will never be able to do again. It takes a brave person to make this decision so kudos to you.

I actually haven't told ANYONE other than my husband , and certainly not my 128 lb BFF who will most certainly say YET again that I can do it on my own .

Your friends are probably a little worried about you too. People who don't educate themselves about the surgery are scared of the unknown...

I hope your friends come around:) I'm sure they will. In the meantime ... Be excited:) surgery in 4 days... Oh my goodness!!!

[cherrytree15 78]

Hi, I'm sorry to hear that. The bottom line is people try to discourage you from things because most people are not brave enough to take the risks and steps necessary to change their lives. I have had people try to discourage me from many things that I've done in my life, from moving to another state to traveling abroad. When things are unfamiliar to people they fear it. It's definitely not the easier way out. It would be easier to go to the gym and work out, than to be put under anesthesia, be cut open, endure pain and recovery and still not be able to eat normally for two months.so not sure why people choose to say that. Unfortunately people are sometimes meant for a season in your life and no meant to be in your life forever. If they can't find it in There hearts to support you, you will have to let them go. Because you will change and you will be different. Physically, mentally and emotionally. But it's all for the betterment of your life. I don't care what they say about vanity. NO one wants to be fat. It's just reality....

Edited May 17, 2014 by cherrytree15

[pjpanda 129]

I was supposed to be may 20th but the original surgeon had a family emergency. Luckily his partner could fit me in on the 21st.

[Ozikiwi 13]

I thought I would never get through this week! Tuesday is just around the corner and I will be so busy at work Monday preparing for my absence that I know the time will fly by.<br><br> I've been reading a lot on these boards but haven't posted much other than to say that I am in the May 20th group for sleevers. I wanted to share something that I am struggling with and that is the two of my closest friends are significantly overweight. I feel like they are the ones that have supported me the least! When I told them both that I was getting the surgery, it seemed as though they tried to be supportive but both really had negative things to say. One expressed feeling as though the surgery is done for vanity reasons and another told me, "I haven't really seen you try anything else" and went on to tell me how incredibly difficult it will be and how she feels I am just looking for a quick fix. I felt like saying wait a minute - I'm the one who has been going to all of the appointments and tests and doing the footwork to learn about the procedure and the pre op diet ect. If there is one thing that I know, it is that i realize it won't be easy. at the end of the day though, I am just trying to be healthy.<br><br> I think one of the more difficult things for me with this will be that it seems as though my new healthier lifestyle will change my relationships with some of the people that I have been friends with. I feel completely judged by some of the people that I considered myself the closest too. Please help!!

Cara obviously I don't know your friends but I know people. Their comments are about them not you! Stand proud - you are doing something positive about your health and that takes guts :-)

[Mzdiva3 12]

I have surgery on the 19th of may. Im not telling anyone either.

I thought I was the only one who didn't tell. Everyone thinks I'm going out of town on vacation ! My mom, dad and children are the only ones who knows the truth.

[Mzdiva3 12]

May 20 here I come. So excited for a new me. Good luck everyone!