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Topic: RE: Update on Me
I know how you feel. I to have had to do the purge of my clothing and I had to do it in stages. I just couldn't face letting them go either. It wasn't until I would try each item on and have it fall off that I'd say ok it can go. I have kept a few items just to remind myself how far I have come and there is still one closet to go thru. I hope to be able to do that soon. I don't really know why it is so hard but I know that the 82 pounds I've lost sometimes doesn't feel real and I think my variety of sizes was my safety net as I would go up and down between my size 22s and 26. Now I'm a 12/14 and almost at my goal weight. Good luck to you and and everyone on this wonderful journey.
Topic: Update on Me
I have been so busy! Too busy with life finally. But too busy to post, sorry.
As of today, I am down 114 pounds since the beginning. Is that even possible???
Tonight, I finally gave in and got rid of 4 more trash bags full of clothes. I have to trust and believe that I really am now a size 8/10 and I can let go of the 14s, 16s, XLs and above. Why is it so hard to do that? I've been afraid that I might need them again someday, but do they just keep the safety net? Instead, I've gotten rid of everything other than one nightgown that was a 3X just to remind myself how far I really have come.
I had to try on a couple of things again, just to be sure that they really were too big for me. One pair of shorts that I remember desperately wanting to fit into again were so big that even when buttoned and zipped, they fell straight to the floor. I don't know when the reality that I've lost 114 pounds will set in, but maybe it's better that I never take it for granted.
When I can figure out how to shrink my newest photos to an acceptable size for OH, I will post new pics!
Good luck to everyone out there, just starting the process or veterans on the journey. I went to my first info session on December 7, 2010. 13 months later and 114 pounds lost. I could not have done it any other way and would do it again in a heartbeat!
As of today, I am down 114 pounds since the beginning. Is that even possible???
Tonight, I finally gave in and got rid of 4 more trash bags full of clothes. I have to trust and believe that I really am now a size 8/10 and I can let go of the 14s, 16s, XLs and above. Why is it so hard to do that? I've been afraid that I might need them again someday, but do they just keep the safety net? Instead, I've gotten rid of everything other than one nightgown that was a 3X just to remind myself how far I really have come.
I had to try on a couple of things again, just to be sure that they really were too big for me. One pair of shorts that I remember desperately wanting to fit into again were so big that even when buttoned and zipped, they fell straight to the floor. I don't know when the reality that I've lost 114 pounds will set in, but maybe it's better that I never take it for granted.
When I can figure out how to shrink my newest photos to an acceptable size for OH, I will post new pics!
Good luck to everyone out there, just starting the process or veterans on the journey. I went to my first info session on December 7, 2010. 13 months later and 114 pounds lost. I could not have done it any other way and would do it again in a heartbeat!
Topic: RE: Choosing a Surgeon
Hi Jill,
I also had Dr. Gens, and absolutely loved him. He was so good with my husband, very patient, and when I left the hospital, he told my husband that his home number was in the phonebook, and if I had any problems to not hesitate to call.
Like Sookie said though, it is a very personal choice. I know several people who have had Dr. Petulli (not sure if I am spelling it right) and love her. The same with Dr. Looser. But for me, Dr. Gens was the definate right fit.
Good luck with everything and keep us posted.
Martha aka Bamma
I also had Dr. Gens, and absolutely loved him. He was so good with my husband, very patient, and when I left the hospital, he told my husband that his home number was in the phonebook, and if I had any problems to not hesitate to call.
Like Sookie said though, it is a very personal choice. I know several people who have had Dr. Petulli (not sure if I am spelling it right) and love her. The same with Dr. Looser. But for me, Dr. Gens was the definate right fit.
Good luck with everything and keep us posted.
Martha aka Bamma
Topic: 18 Days out!
Felling really great...almost back to myself. Stomach is still little touchy...but was told that's the nerves growing back at the incisions. Back to work Monday...looking forward to normal everyday life again.
Eating small amount is fine too...no problems there. Crab meat, Roasted turkey, Turkey chilli..Hadock...all good stuff.
I've lost like 44 lbs prior to surgery...and 20 lbs after surgery. 64 lbs total....yessa!!
Eating small amount is fine too...no problems there. Crab meat, Roasted turkey, Turkey chilli..Hadock...all good stuff.
I've lost like 44 lbs prior to surgery...and 20 lbs after surgery. 64 lbs total....yessa!!
Topic: RE: Choosing a Surgeon
Thanks for the input! Actually I talked to Cindy about it and she said she thinks I would do well with Dr. Gens. I guess he would be the one I am leaning towards at this point.
Topic: RE: Choosing a Surgeon
Jill,
Both my husband and I used Dr. Gens. We love him, still do follow up with him. It is all a personal choice though. I was very comfortable with him and his manner, how he dealt with my 2 teen age boys through the process. Are you leaning towards anyone? Are you more comfortable with a woman or a man? Nancy or Cindy may be able to help from there as well. Good luck and welcome to the journey. It is a wonderful roller coaster ride.
Both my husband and I used Dr. Gens. We love him, still do follow up with him. It is all a personal choice though. I was very comfortable with him and his manner, how he dealt with my 2 teen age boys through the process. Are you leaning towards anyone? Are you more comfortable with a woman or a man? Nancy or Cindy may be able to help from there as well. Good luck and welcome to the journey. It is a wonderful roller coaster ride.
You may be only one person in the world, but to someone you are the world
Topic: LGBT forum invitation
Hello,
I just wanted to let people know there is a forum for the community and anyone who is friendly and want to stop by. I was very active 3 years ago and would like to see it become active again. It is listed under "weight loss related"
I am not attempting to offend anyone. I understand that some might not agree with me posting. I am doing it to help LGBT people. Everyone has the right to not agree. I respect that.
Thank You !
Sean
If you have trouble finding it just PM me
I just wanted to let people know there is a forum for the community and anyone who is friendly and want to stop by. I was very active 3 years ago and would like to see it become active again. It is listed under "weight loss related"
I am not attempting to offend anyone. I understand that some might not agree with me posting. I am doing it to help LGBT people. Everyone has the right to not agree. I respect that.
Thank You !
Sean
If you have trouble finding it just PM me
Sean 
YOU CANNOT GIVE SOMEONE HELP........YOU CAN OFFER HELP, IT IS UP TO THE OTHER PERSON TO ACCEPT OR REJECT IT !!!
YOU CANNOT GIVE SOMEONE HELP........YOU CAN OFFER HELP, IT IS UP TO THE OTHER PERSON TO ACCEPT OR REJECT IT !!!
Topic: RE: So happy!!
Thanks Sookie!!!
Its a major change and I am happy to do what every it takes to make this tool work for me for ever!!
Nancy
Its a major change and I am happy to do what every it takes to make this tool work for me for ever!!
Nancy
Topic: Choosing a Surgeon
Hi Everyone,
I am looking to have my surgery done in Portsmouth, hopefully soon! I was wondering if anyone had any advice or feedback on any of the three surgeons that might help me make my decision. I don't have any experience with them aside from the initial info meeting...so I thought I would put it out there and see what kind of responsed I get!
Thanks for your help!
Jill
I am looking to have my surgery done in Portsmouth, hopefully soon! I was wondering if anyone had any advice or feedback on any of the three surgeons that might help me make my decision. I don't have any experience with them aside from the initial info meeting...so I thought I would put it out there and see what kind of responsed I get!
Thanks for your help!
Jill
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