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Hello this is my first time on the site. I am in the post op process, and waiting for my endoscopy and then surgery date. I have consider this for one year. My sister had her rny 3wks ago, doing fine. I am taking my time with scheduling appts. I lost some weight just thinking about the rny, which is something i have not ever been able to do in the past. Im from the Bx and Dr. Gibss is my sur, my BMI decreased to 38 from a 40. still waiting for a decision.
Welcome to OH!
Congrats on your decision--I know it must've been hard--it was for me!
Also, congrats to your sister! It's wonderful that you can be a support system for each other! My parents and I all had RNY, so it's great that we can ask questions of one another and just do this together. =)
Well, best of luck to you! Do your appointments in your own time, whatever makes your confortable. You'll get there! And, until then, keep coming back here for info and support!
There's also the RNY board..it moves muuuuch faster than this one. =)
Hugs, Heather =)
Congrats on your decision--I know it must've been hard--it was for me!
Also, congrats to your sister! It's wonderful that you can be a support system for each other! My parents and I all had RNY, so it's great that we can ask questions of one another and just do this together. =)
Well, best of luck to you! Do your appointments in your own time, whatever makes your confortable. You'll get there! And, until then, keep coming back here for info and support!
There's also the RNY board..it moves muuuuch faster than this one. =)
Hugs, Heather =)
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Welcome to Oh lil Sis. And of course you meant that you're pre-op.
This is the place to find an overwhelming array of new friends and supporters in your journey towards RNY or any WLS.
Good Luck, glad you finally made it here. Looking forward to sharing WLS experiences with you - if you decide that it really is for you. You'll make up your own mind in time. Luv u!
Venita
This is the place to find an overwhelming array of new friends and supporters in your journey towards RNY or any WLS.
Good Luck, glad you finally made it here. Looking forward to sharing WLS experiences with you - if you decide that it really is for you. You'll make up your own mind in time. Luv u!
Venita
Hi there!
I'm a friend of Venita's from the Maryland Board, consequently, you normally wouldn't find me over here on the NY forum, even though they seem equally welcoming!!
The decision to have wls surgery is an intensely personal one - although your decision may be fueled by your desire to play with children, retire and travel with hubby or whatever, it ULTIMATELY has to be for you.
I had RNY 4 years ago - I've lost 140 pounds, and although I'm not yet where I want to be, it's the best decision I ever made. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner.
You are more than welcome to join us on the Maryland forum as well; we're delighting in Venita's success and I KNOW you'd find just a warm welcome as she hopefully has!!
Good luck and hugs,
Tia
I'm a friend of Venita's from the Maryland Board, consequently, you normally wouldn't find me over here on the NY forum, even though they seem equally welcoming!!
The decision to have wls surgery is an intensely personal one - although your decision may be fueled by your desire to play with children, retire and travel with hubby or whatever, it ULTIMATELY has to be for you.
I had RNY 4 years ago - I've lost 140 pounds, and although I'm not yet where I want to be, it's the best decision I ever made. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner.
You are more than welcome to join us on the Maryland forum as well; we're delighting in Venita's success and I KNOW you'd find just a warm welcome as she hopefully has!!
Good luck and hugs,
Tia
Hello & welcome!
I am also a friend of your sisters from the MD board, and do not frequent the NY board.
RNY is definitely a life change.....I just had mine on June 26th. It has been such a ride! I was scared in the beginning, but now that I am where I am, I am excited! In about 6 weeks, I have lost 42 pounds! Never before have I had success like this!
Its a tough decision to make....... but you will do whats right for you!
Good luck & God bless!
Hope to see you on the Md. board sometime!
~heather
I am also a friend of your sisters from the MD board, and do not frequent the NY board.
RNY is definitely a life change.....I just had mine on June 26th. It has been such a ride! I was scared in the beginning, but now that I am where I am, I am excited! In about 6 weeks, I have lost 42 pounds! Never before have I had success like this!
Its a tough decision to make....... but you will do whats right for you!
Good luck & God bless!
Hope to see you on the Md. board sometime!
~heather
Starting weight 301 Current weight 127
No Matter How I May Change, I Will Still Be ME!!!!
Hello! Welcome to OH!
I am also a friend of your sister's from the Maryland Board. You are making a personal, courageous and challenging decision for yourself. Congratulations! You will find these OH boards a tremendous source of support. It is so helpful to be able to reach out to others who truly understand what you are going through every step of the way. You of course have the bonus of your sister for love and support. Feel free to call upon anyone from the NY, the MD board, or any other. We are here for you!
Wishing you all the best!
Debbie
I am also a friend of your sister's from the Maryland Board. You are making a personal, courageous and challenging decision for yourself. Congratulations! You will find these OH boards a tremendous source of support. It is so helpful to be able to reach out to others who truly understand what you are going through every step of the way. You of course have the bonus of your sister for love and support. Feel free to call upon anyone from the NY, the MD board, or any other. We are here for you!
Wishing you all the best!
Debbie
Welcome to the NY Forum!
Hi, my name is Leslie, I was born in NY, but now I live in Maryland, where I am a member of the O H MD forum. Your sister, Venita has rallied the troops to give you a heartfelt HELLO! I think it's great that you have lost weight and dropped your BMI pre op. I had my WLS this past Feb.24, and there is really only 1 negative issue when I think of my experience, The issue would be that I waited so long to start a new life for myself. Having Bariatric surgery is probably the most important decision I have ever made for myself. I wish you luck, and I'm sure your sister will keep us posted on your journey. Stay well, and you are a very lucky lady, having 2 states cheering you on. Sending you good thoughts and prayers from Maryland, home to the Baltimore RAVENS and the Baltimore ORIOLES . Take Care , Leslie:)
Hi, my name is Leslie, I was born in NY, but now I live in Maryland, where I am a member of the O H MD forum. Your sister, Venita has rallied the troops to give you a heartfelt HELLO! I think it's great that you have lost weight and dropped your BMI pre op. I had my WLS this past Feb.24, and there is really only 1 negative issue when I think of my experience, The issue would be that I waited so long to start a new life for myself. Having Bariatric surgery is probably the most important decision I have ever made for myself. I wish you luck, and I'm sure your sister will keep us posted on your journey. Stay well, and you are a very lucky lady, having 2 states cheering you on. Sending you good thoughts and prayers from Maryland, home to the Baltimore RAVENS and the Baltimore ORIOLES . Take Care , Leslie:)
Hi Sharon,
Welcome to OH!!! My name is Cira and I am friends with your sister. We frequent the Maryland board.
I want to wish you all the best in your journey. I had my surgery 28 months ago and I am doing fantastic. You will do great like your sister. please know that we are all here for you and if there is any questions that I can answer or you just need support please contact me anytime.
Keep us posted on your journey.
Hugs,
Cira
Welcome to OH!!! My name is Cira and I am friends with your sister. We frequent the Maryland board.
I want to wish you all the best in your journey. I had my surgery 28 months ago and I am doing fantastic. You will do great like your sister. please know that we are all here for you and if there is any questions that I can answer or you just need support please contact me anytime.
Keep us posted on your journey.
Hugs,
Cira
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