VERY BAD NEWS TODAY

i went for my final weigh in and only lost 6 lbs out of the 20 my doc wanted me to lose in 2 weeks and so they have cancelled my surgery jan 19 and rescheduled me for feb 11.which means i am to stay on the liquid diet even longer! i am so upset,discouraged and angry all at the same time, i have worked hard to get to this point only to have 3 more weeks added to my anticipation? at this point i feel like giving up....

Bri,

No no.... Don't give up !!!   Never give up !!!  I know it sucks but don't give up on a future of a healthier you.  I started on this journey in May of 2008, having to go through the 6 month required program first and then having to wait even longer for the appointment with the surgeon (which they don't let you make until your in your fifth month of the program) and then, they are so backed up on surgery dates, it took 2 more months of waiting for my surgery day to arrive (which is 1-23-09). I know it's frustrating, but please don't give up !!

Kim

Bri,

I know you must be upset but please don't give up on a chance to be a healtier you.  You have the urges of the holidays behind you so the next 3 weeks can be focused on what you have to do to be prepared for the surgery.

This liquid diet not only helps you to loose weight prior to the surgery, but it prepares your head for post op too.  I have essentially been on liquids since Jan 2nd, and I would get to change until I move to stage 3 late next week.  The gift is just three weeks away, you can do this.  Turn your disappointment into determination and fight the urges to give up!  You can do it, we're here to support and help you any way we can.

Big Warm Mom Hug,

Barb

Do NOT give up!!! You have worked so hard! Do not let a bump in the road to a healthier you, get in your way!! You CAN do it!!!!

Keep your head up!!!

Do not give up!  I just got home today and there were many time on my journey where i thought I wanted to quit and was it all worth it etc.  Even though I am hurting and having a hard time getting up and down, I wouldn't trade this for anything.

i promise it is worth it in the end.  Having to wait and fight will only make you appreciate it more!

I will keep you in my prayers!
Erin

Stay strong. Don't give up. Stay on liquids and get moving. Have a good lunch. Cut the carbs. Its hard, I know. I had to lose weight before surgey also.

Don't give up!

You have to show yor commitment!
I know that you are struggling and it's tough but it will be so worth it.
Stay off carbs, walk around the block once a day

You can do it.
We can't wait to see you on the other side!!

thank you all so much for all your words of encouragement, i am much better today, i just needed to get over the initial shock and sleep on i. Its Gods will and i accept it, everything happens for a reason so Feb 11th is just my day! i am on track and will commit myself to losing even more weight now for an easier less complicated surgery, plus now my surgery is going to be at a hospital even closer to home so that's another added bonus! things will be great, I'm just grateful to be having the surgery to begin with, good luck to you ladies!

Bri I can so relate. I just PM'ed you.

Candie

I believe everything is about timing.  The Lord has his hands upon us and He knows what is best.  There may be a reason you will never know of why this worked out the way it did,  but believe that is all for your benefit.  Also, get some more activity in, this will help.  You only have fourteen pounds to go.  I'll be praying for you.  Drink lots of water too, that will help boost your metabolism.  Best wishes, Bobbi.