Icandoalthingsthruchrist 9 Posted June 27, 2015 I guess I should share my story of why I've chosen to have the gastric sleeve surgery. Well, after being told that I developed high blood pressure, severe sleep apnea, and osteoarthritis (all a result of my weight gain) I thought it was time to deal with this weight problem. To be honest, if I had not acquired these conditions I would have never given bariatric surgery a thought. I felt I looked good and healthy, so end of story. Oh, but I was deceiving myself. Apparently my body is screaming for help and help is exactly what I need. I know that bariatric surgery isn't the cure all. Exercise and a healthy diet are just as important. I've embraced this wholeheartedly. I just need that jump start to get me going on this journey to weight loss. I'm an elementary teacher and need as much energy as I can get to keep up with my little darlings. So the weight must come off as soon as possible. I want to take a Christian cruise and be healthy enough to move about when we arrive at the ports of the beautiful cities. That's my brief story for now. ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_Kate_ 2,224 Posted June 27, 2015 @Icandoalthingsthruchrist Nice to meet you and welcome to the Forums. There are some lovely members here who have a wealth of experience, so get invoved, chat often and let us know how your journey is going. Hugs Kate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaluvsgreys 48 Posted June 28, 2015 Thank you for sharing! I have my surgery on July 1st! I wish great health! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BusyLizzy 13 Posted June 28, 2015 Congrats to you all!! My surgery is July 3 and I'm so nervous but excited at the same time. I wish us all an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery ????☺️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icandoalthingsthruchrist 9 Posted June 28, 2015 Hello Ukkateuk, Thanks for the update. Yes, it seems there are numerous people who are excited to share their bariatric knowledge. I'm fortunate to have found this website. I will be adding pictures soon and giving further updates as I progress through the gastric sleeve process. Have a wonderful day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icandoalthingsthruchrist 9 Posted June 28, 2015 Hello Lisaluvsgreys, I wish you good health too. How exciting that your surgery is in a few days. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
