I would like to pray for those that are having surgery the same day as me-and then would like to keep up with these same folks. Anyone who wants to share please let me know. On one hand, I can't wait for this to happen, but on the other i am getting nervous having to wait. Together we can do this. Linda

I am so sorry that you got this kind of reaction from you "friend". I think she might just be jealous. Maybe her insurance wouldn't cover it or she doesn't have the means to afford to have it done. I was like you. I didn't tell anyone but my husband, children, 2 sisters and brother. I didn't even tell my Mom or Mother-in-law. I knew I wouldn't have their support. I believe we don't jump to this decision overnight and we think long and hard about making life long changes. I had my surgery on March 12th Lap RNY and it was by far the best decision of my life. I feel so much better, have more energy, look better and have improved health conditions. I no longer am on insulin or medication for diabetes...yooohooo! I have lost 125 pounds since that time and I have about 100 more to go but I WILL GET THERE with or without anyone's support. I get a lot of support on these boards. At least we all know where we've been and what we are going through. Hang in there...you'll be glad you did. I only wish I could have done this years ago!!!

your not the only one lol

thanks will try that .

I know exactly how you feel. And sometimes I think it is much harder to tell the ones we love then the ones we don't! But guess what! It's not about them. It's about us! I was having a hard time to tell and still have to tell one person before my date. But I don't want them dissappointed with me. I did ww for 10 years. IT was good. But I got off track and boom I was right where I started. It is a difficult process, but the decision is ours and I wish you the best of luck! I have my surgery on 8/14 and I am nervous, excited and many feelings! Good luck and take care of YOU!!