One week to go!

Hello Everyone, Well I only have 7 more days before I become a real loser! At first, it seemed like the time was just dragging by and all of the sudden I am just one week away from my new life. It is amazing how many comments I'm beginning to get from friends and family who are a little overweight (30 - 40 lbs., not enough to consider wls). They all seem to feel pressured to start losing weight the closer I get to surgery. I think they are all used to thinking of me as "the fat one". Not a concious insult, mind you, just an unacknowledged comparrison for their own peace of mind. Now they all seem to feel threatened by the fact that I'm going to be losing weight and keeping it off. They are all busy telling me what steps they are taking now or going to take once I start losing. I hope they can all come to terms with their feelings. I don't want them to feel uncomfortable around me as I become the "new me".

I know what you mean!! An older sister..had WLS 4 years ago... I wasnt ready... then I h ad WLS 1 year ago and now 2 older sisters are on diets!!! My closest sister I call her YO.. can loose and gain on a whim... she is determined to stay 1 size lower than I am... heheh.. I think I am finally a size lower than she... she took a few of my handme downs.. My RNY sister gained a little back because she isnt sugar sensitive... so I told her to get her butt back on the board.. she needed some structure!! Linda

It's a good thing I think that your having WLS is making those around you feel more health conscious....no matter how people loose their weight-dieting or WLS...it's good to see that by making changes in our lives...helps those around us!!! Good job there Cindy!!! And happy journey!!!