moored 62 Posted March 7, 2015 I've been reading a lot of posts about people who are supporting each other as surgery date buddies. I think that's such a great idea and thought I'd try to find one too. A little about myself: I'm a 51 year old, mother of 6 (yours, mine & ours family). Have 2 amazing grandchildren and a wonderfully supportive hubby. We live in northern Alberta, Canada. My husband is originally from eastern Oregon so we travel back and forth a lot. I started my WLS journey in January 2014 and have worked with dieticians, exercise therapist, councillor and doctor. I was approved for surgery in May 2014 and have been patiently waiting for this surgery date. Ok, maybe not patiently! Lol I'm not expecting a perfect match just someone who might be able to relate to the struggle of balancing this procedure with family and work life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moored 62 Posted March 7, 2015 More about me: lol kinda relevant and can't believe I forgot! My start weight was 258 and I've lost 18 pounds so far. Have high cholesterol, crazy high blood pressure (both controlled with meds) and arthritis. Cannot wait to feel healthy again and perhaps take less pills everyday ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Journey 2 Posted March 7, 2015 Hi there - I am from New York State (Buffalo area) and my surgery is scheduled for March 17th - A Surgery Buddy sounds like a fantastic idea if you haven't found one yet or if you have would like another. :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reelreilly 21 Posted March 7, 2015 March 17th. ???? A lucky day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irizarryteam 21 Posted March 9, 2015 March 30 here!! Start my liquid diet on March 19. Feeling hopeful and excited!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marysweet12000 11 Posted March 9, 2015 I am March 23 was supposed to be the 10th but got postponed due to a sever pancreatitus and gall bladder attack in hospital for 4 days better now but I feel like I have been on this super strict diet forever I miss my glass of wine on a friday night I love Spicy foods too all kinds been on a brat diet since i left the hospital. Super excited I am only two weeks away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marysweet12000 11 Posted March 9, 2015 Were a match except for the kids I am 51 have two kids psw was 262 down to 247 two weeks before surgery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marysweet12000 11 Posted March 9, 2015 Same problems as well crazy high blood pressure arthritis high triglycerides and cholesterol and also cant wait to wake up feeling good with energy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irizarryteam 21 Posted March 9, 2015 Does anyone know about the March sleeves page on Facebook? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
no1noze 0 Posted March 10, 2015 My surgery date is 3/24!!!! Pick me pick me!!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
no1noze 0 Posted March 10, 2015 More info: Chicago native, 36, blending family of 4 kids, and a mom, tax accountant. Bright bubbly personality but completely freaked out about the speed in which my ordeal is taking. Emotionally all over the place for the next two weeks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moored 62 Posted March 10, 2015 Does anyone know about the March sleeves page on Facebook? i tried to find it but nothing came up for me. Did you have any luck? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moored 62 Posted March 10, 2015 So I found a March Sleeve 2014 group. I wonder if I made a 2015 group and spread the word on here, if anyone would join ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites