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 They are a little hard to see, but I can tell you have a beautiful figure in your after photo!!!  

Great inspiration!  Thanks for sharing.

 Way to go McButtler.  Not only did you reach your goal of 1 mile, but you doubled that.  I bet next time you will double that!  Keep up the hard work!  

Hi Tink, I am new to the site and am scheduled for a Realize Band on May 28.  My motivation is my general health.  I was sidelined over 3 years ago by a pinched nerve in my back (L4-L5) that was aggravated by deterioration of my left knee.  I haven't been able to work, walk more than 2 blocks without severe pain, and am missing out on so many experiences.  I am 60 years old and in spite of myself, in good health.  I do have several co-morbidities, but they are all mild.  I have all of the following; Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, sleep apnea and GERD....but all are being managed through meds and diet.
I look forward to regaining my mobility and being an active participant in life!

I had RNY about a year ago and I must say it was the best decision of my life.  I still enjoy food but at smaller portions and more thought out meals.  It has caused me to be more disciplined which is something I always lacked in my life when it came to taking control over what I ate and did to my body. 

Mentally, you have to truly be ready for the change that this operation will make in your life.  I advise everyone to do their research prior to this surgery and know without a shadow of a doubt that this is the directin you want to go. 

Support is so key for your emotional well-being wether its physical or online, its all acceptable if it is going to cause you to make positive changes to your life.  With any bariatric surgery, find out all info on it, including VSG.  I wish you all the best in your journey...

Awesome thought Ann...