~ATTN~Post Ops~Help with inspiration for our newbies~
Hello Fellow Losers or Soon to be losers~
I have seen a lot of newbies here, struggling with all different issues-and I know when I was in their place in my journey, that it helped me to read inspirational things on the board-and different WOW moments gave me hope and I hung onto that hope like it was the only thing I had to hang onto!~ Along with a choice few sayings that I hung onto as well.
So, I am asking all post oppers-to just put down something that you can do now-that you couldnt do then and give our newbies something to look forward to!!
**I have lost 250#, I am a year and a half out-and I am telling you, that I AM LIVING...I feel, for the first time in my life. I am 40 years old-and my ONLY regret with this surgery, is that I didnt do it 20 yrs ago!
I no longer fear seatbelts (none fit before). I no longer fear restrooms (some I didnt fit in before). I no longer fear a booth at a restaurant. I can tie my shoes myself, I dont have to ride the carts at the store anymore~ I can walk with my family-more than 5 feet without stopping-now I dont stop at all! I can shop in the Jr. Section at walmart...I couldnt even shop at walmart for my clothes before.....WOOO HOOO. I HAD to wear what fit-no matter how hideous and ugly it was-I could barely find things even at the fat womens store!
Last September really sticks in my mind-at our OH reunion in Branson-for the first time in MY life-I got to ride the go-karts with my family and friends-and I stood in line for the go-karts, with tears in my eyes-afraid that the seatbelt wasnt going to fit-and know what? Not only did it fit-but I had to adjust it way down!!! I also went up the steps and went down the enclosed water slide at the resort we stayed at-about 15 times!!!
It is NOT an easy journey-this journey is NOT for the faint at heart-AND it is NOT the easy way out! We constantly struggle-emotionally, and yes, physically-but the outcome with the WOW moments sure make it all worth it! I hope that you will read what we post to you and know YOU WILL BE TYPING THESE THINGS TOO- BEFORE YOU KNOW IT!!!!
Good luck to you all-and PLEASE keep posting and let us know if we can answer your ????`s or give you a helping hand somehow! Lots of love and prayers! Janet
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress and my deliverer, My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge. Ps 18:2
nene1940
Last weekend we travelled to Texas and had a reunion with three couples we knew in Las Vegas. Only one couple knew I'd lost weight so I had a blast surprising the others. One gentleman told me that the whole 1500 mile drive was worth it just to see me!!! How about that?
We went to Billy Bobs and I was able to climb on the back of a stuffed bull with two other women and have a picture taken without looking like I ate my friends!!!
And, not having to take medicines for diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol is just a huge WOW.
As my dear Janet says, "It's not easy" but it is so worth it and if you're hitting a bump in the road, know that it will get better and you will come out on the other side.
Hugs and loveys,
Lana
Adamsamah, Lana
"WLS is about making better choices, a healthier lifestyle and seeing how little you can eat. Portion control is the key to all weight loss surgeries. Bottom line - it isn't how much you can eat - it is how little you can eat."
Thank you so much for the words of encouragment and grace. I am going to my seminar on the 4th of may and I am a little scared. However as I read your words I know I will be able to get through it. I am so glad I found this site and if it was not for the kind words and great advice I may have chickened out already. Thank you so very much. Blessings to you, and all who help those of us here Kerri
. That's really kinda cool. If you have a question or a concern....chances are we have all been there done that and can help you along.....good luck on your journeys.... 
Hi all who are struggling or just wondering what is around the bend...I can tell you as a post op of 13 months, it is all exciting! There will be issues that you really would rather not deal with (like too much gas) but for the most part it is all good! The thing that probably is the best is that for the first time in years, I am busy...busy because I want to be and because I can be. I stated it like this. "I am so busy because I am so well!" It is such a hoot to get up in the mornings and look forward to going and doing.
Another great incentive if you are a married person is that some of the "old" feelings return that were smacked down by the old (fat) self. I feel young and full of energy and ready to take on the world. For those who are interested...I am 53! So you can be middle aged and feel young! LOL! My husband has begun to ask me to model clothes that I go buy now! How many years has it been since he did that? Probably 25! I bought a dress that I knew he would like and when I came in to show him, his jaw literally dropped! THAT WAS A GREAT MOMENT in my life. I know that I can still turn his head and that has been a true blessing.
There has been so many ah-ha moments that I cant even keep track of them! Just remember that what ever you do...do it for your health and the other stuff falls in line and the fun is just around the corner!
