Question:
I would love to hear from people who have found things like, getting dressed, walking

   — Redbunny2 (posted on December 22, 2003)

December 22, 2003
If you mean that it is easier to get dressed and to walk than I can tell you that it is a world of difference. When I was 300# I had to rest just walking to my mail box. When I tried to go shopping I went from the car to the nearest bench to catch my breath. Then I went from bench to bench in the mall. As for getting dressed, now I love to wear jeans and skirts where before it was sweat pants and spandex and shirts that would fit a football player with pads.
   — Tawnda C.

December 22, 2003
Yes, If you are talking about how things are easier, I remember 2 years ago we went to Disney World in Florida- Everyone was SOOOOOOOO excited- they enjoyed the rides, the shows etc...What did I do ? Well I spent my days, woddling from BENCH to BENCH- While everyone elses eyes were set on all the "magic" around us. My eyes were scanning the park for the next bench (or the next place with food) When I finally got up enough energy to wait in line for a rollercoaster (always loved those things) I DID NOT FIT IN THE SEAT, AND HAD TO GET OFF THE RIDE INFRONT OF EVERYONE- When I was pre-op I said- I'm not having this surgery to get THIN, I don't need to wear a size 2....I just want to be MOBILE :) Best wishes Kim
   — WABBIT F.

December 22, 2003
Not only do you get dressed more easily, but the size of the clothes are amazing! I went from a very tight 24, now, just 5 1/2 months post op, I am wearing a 12!! Last night, my husband and I went to the store, I went right to the plus size dept...my husband started to laugh at me and reminded me that nothing in this section will fit me anymore - WoW! That was so wonderful! I bought a cute, "little" outfit that only a short time ago, would have only been a dream!
   — Danette C.

December 22, 2003
I used to try to go upstairs and grab something from the house only once. Even if it meant carrying ten things down. Now I'll just go up and down like it's no big deal. I never associated that with my weight but it definitely was. I also just need to move more now. All the time. Even my arms feel like they need to exercise!
   — mrsmyranow

December 23, 2003
This has been one of the greatest things for me! Just an example, where I work there is a lot of places to walk downtown at lunch, post office, shopping, etc. I used to dread and avoid if possible having to walk anywhere. You can't drive because it's too congested, so I would avoid going anywhere. Well, the other day I needed to go to the bank and didn't want to lose my good parking space, so I just started walking and made it there and back in 40 minutes. When I left work that night, I drove my path so I could see how far I walked, and it was 1.25 miles!!!!!!!! I was so excited that I was able to walk that far and actually enjoy it! Open RNY 08-11-03 346/251/170
   — beeda

December 23, 2003
I love wearing clothes that are too big or just loose enough to be comfortable. I don't think I ever did that before!!!
   — Daisy C.

December 24, 2003
Hi Kathy, first of all Merry Christmas to you, and everyone on this wonderful board. I will never forget the day I bought a pair of jeans and zipped them up over a flat tummy. My whole life I wore pull up pants with alot of give, and to actually buy jeans and wear them was the highlight of my wls. I just went out and bought 2 more pairs size 10 just because. I wore 24-26 or 3x-4x a little over 2 years ago and never want to go back. It is so wonderful to have energy to work all day, and be able to keep up with grandkids (11) of them plus more on the way ages 22 on down. This surgery was not only a lifesaver for me, had bad knees, reflux terrible, small heart attack, and just aches, and pains all over that made life difficult. I am so thankful everyday I get up, and sometimes don't reconize myself when I look in the mirror, God Bless each and everyone of you this wonderful time of the year, and a Happy New Year to all, Susie
   — lostitall

December 27, 2003
I have experienced two wonderful things since I started losing weight. 1. I love going clothes shopping. Not just at department stores but my favorite place is thrift stores. Today I got a great sweater for 2.00. The second thing is realizing that my thighs are not having to meet and greet each other as much. I was doing some back leg lifts a couple of days ago and it occured to me that skin wasn't meeting skin. Cool feeling!!! Enjoy the changes. They can be exciting and scary too. Just love the ride!!
   — Linda K.