Hello...

[Onepoundatatime 4]

hi......I'm a newbie...I'm looking for support from ppl that know about this journey and how frustrating this journey Can be.

Edited June 19, 2015 by Onepoundatatime

[linedancer718 44]

Welcome! I just had my surgery June 12th and feel good. It has not been nearly as hard as I thought it was going to be. I go to counseling and have read books that have really helped me know what to expect. I have stayed positive. I have focused on the prize at the end rather then what I can't have right now. I also tell myself I will be "normal" one day and that means anything in moderation. Losing weight during the pre op program has been fun and had made me look forward to losing more. I made a list of all the things I want to do that are more either hard for me or I can't /won't do because if my weight. It keeps me motivated. I also wrote a letter to myself, which I shared with my family, about what my life is like right now so when I start to forget I can read my own words. Just some thoughts. Good luck, make sure you are doing it for yourself and that you only surround yourself with people who support you.

[Onepoundatatime 4]

Hello linedancer718... I had surgery almost 2 1/2 yrs ago... I just don't have any support. My doctor changed insurance companies so left me right after surgery. My husband doesn't understand why I'm down & unhappy. I've lost 160 pounds already. Frankly I don't understand either.

[linedancer718 44]

It's a daily battle. Just like an addict.