To Tell or Not To Tell...

FatBoySlim · July 17, 2007

I've practically worn a sign around my neck for the past two and a half months saying "I'VE BEEN BANDED!! WOOHOO!!!" Seriously, I've told anyone who's anyone especially to overweight ppl like myself, simply because I think it's the greatest thing in the world and I feel like I just want to share the wealth. By nature I'm a thick skinned bastard so for those few ppl that have a problem with it, and make comments about it, I either just give them the finger (hey, I AM from ny :confused: ) or I just ignore them. I will say though, that sometimes, ppl that know will definitely watch what I'm eating and when I eat more than what they think I'm able to eat they'll be like "oh you can still eat pretty nicely." That can be annoying, but the truth is, up till my last fill I also felt like I can still eat too much so I agreed with them.

Bottom line is, you gotta know your friends. If you think they'll be nonsupporting, then just show up in your new body and let them eat their heart out. If they are the supportive type, then let them enjoy the journey with you.

ParaGirl · July 18, 2007

I have decided not to tell anyone except my husband and one friend. I just dont want to have to answer all the questions and handle all the stares from everyone when I am eating. After having lost a substantial amount, I may "come out", but not at this point.

beena · July 18, 2007

Thanks for the feedback how are you finding it any regrets?

pjanes54 · July 18, 2007

I'm not wanting to tell people except my husband and parents.Is that bad? I just feel completely uncomfortable and I haven't even had the surgery yet.

I am keeping things pretty quiet, too. I guess I'm thinking as I begin loosing and as my confidence grows Im hoping I will feel as if I can share this information with more people. Right now, only my two sons and my husband know.