Allow Me To Re-introduce Myself

Hey Everyone, 

I thought I'd take a moment to re-introduce myself. I'm Angus, and I live in Ottawa. I had surgery in August of 2008. At the time, I was 517lbs. I'm currently 230lbs. 

I'm 34, married, and we have two cats (Spike and Chester), and a dog (Anastasia Beaverhausen). 

Having the surgery has opened a whole new world to me. I was never "normal sized" in my adult life, so since losing the weight I can fit in any chair, in any restaurant, in any theatre and not have to worry about it. 

I drive a Smart Car, I wear clothes that aren't in the largest sizes, and I can walk, climb stairs, and even jog without becoming winded. 

It's not all gum drops and lollipops though. I've had some struggles with rediscovering myself, and my sexuality. It's been an adjustment with food, and health. 

But at the end of the day, I wouldn't change it for the world. 

I'm also very fortunate to have had a Duodenal Switch. People are having a difficult time getting it approved. 

December 15th, I start my journey to start getting rid of the extra skin. I'll be having a panni, and an LBL I think it's called. Dr. Nandagopal in Scarborough Ontario will be helping me with this. I'm looking forward to it. 

Anyways, that's me. Say hi :) 





 



















































 

 That is completly Awesome!!!! You are an inspiration, I just had surgery on the 10th and i weighed 457, I am hoping to get to the 280's, so when i see other men do it, it gives me even more inspiration. Thanks and Welcome Back

 Thanks Jeff, 

It's possible, and you can do even more than the 280's, go all the way bud! 

Congratulations and thanks for posting.  I hope you continue to post as frequently as you want.  Many men can use positive examples and look to people who have had success with their WLS.  We do have a few men from Canada but one's locale doesn't really matter online.  You may be able to help your countrymen with the way your health ins system works.

Also, thanks for showing the pictures.  You look great!

 Thank you Sir, appreciate that! 

Always happy to help out where I can! 

Angus ... From a fellow DSr looks like things are goin your way. Congrates on all the steps and trials so far. Keep us informed on the LBl when completed. Stay in touch ok?   Steve  

 Thanks Steve, 

I will keep you guys posted for sure. I think it's not something a lot of guys tend to share. But I'll do my best. 

Angus 

Congrats on your success . You look great man.

I understand the struggles with rediscovering yourself. I'm about 13 months out and down about 260 pounds. I have gone in to a major depression, but I'm getting help for it now.

Take care:-)

 I think the thing we're not prepared for as guys who lost ALOT of weight is the shake up our bodies go through. I mean, I lost more weight than I weigh now. I'm less than half the man I used to be. My body, and heck, my spirit have taken a drastic change. 

It's natural for us to go through some times around it. 

Keep strong, congrats on getting the help you need. 

 Angus - Congratulations on some fantastic results!  You look great and its so good to hear you are also feeling great.  Keep us posted on your up-coming surgeries.  Hope and pray all goes well for you!  Keep up the great work!