Re: Right around the corner..

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What I found with the band is that it got me off to a great start. I still had to diet and exercise a lot and still do. When people asked how I lost my weight, I told them (tell them) "Well. among other things, I ran stairs every day for a year and ate less." Generally, no one picks up the topic after that. I wasn't lying and I wasn't telling them about the weight loss surgery. I did tell one person who was crying and sounded desperate and it was wasted information for her. So I figure everyone will find their own way if they need to lose weight. To those who don't need to lose I just continually ask myself, Why do they need to know how I lost my weight? They don't. Next subject..

From: jnels777 <jostoli7@...> Sent: Mon, April 4, 2011 9:32:18 PMSubject: Right around the corner..

My date is April 11th, and I'm (almost) ready.. got a few loose ends to tie up, but other than a little nerves once in a while, feeling pretty good. I managed to lose 10 lbs from Feb 14th till now.. just started the lo-carb pre-surgical diet yesterday, so I'm sure more on the way.. likely mostly water, but I'll take it..I did end up telling my friends about it just recently. I started feeling off about keeping this to myself, I really wanted them to know and not be excluded. I figured if they weren't going to be supportive, better to figure that out ahead of time.. Every one of them has been great, no negatives, no horror stories.. all support. They are concerned, but only the normal concern that any friend has for another going in for surgery. I am very thankful for this.. they see my size, they know it ain't easy! :)Still not telling my elderly parents, or sisters until afterwards though. Just easier all the way around on

that one.. If I say anything to one, I have to tell all, and I just don't want to deal with that yet..So if anyone has any last minute suggestions, I'm all ears!Thanks!Jo

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Hi Jo,

I am thrilled that your friends are there to support you. I so understand your feeling about telling your parents and others. As you start to lose the weight and they see you are healthy and happy you are, it will be better to do it that way. Your feeling are so very normal. We have all been through these same feelings. Excited, fear, questioning if this is write or wrong. Talking yourself in and out of what you are doing. These are all normal and just fine to feel. You are going to be in excellent hands. You will adore Dr. Aceves and Dr. Compos. They are wonderful along with a staff of excellent nurses. Everyone is so very helpful. If you get scared just get on here and ask questions, tell us how you are feeling. WE ARE you new best friends and your support group. The first month will be the hardest and we all lived through it. It is all part of a relearning process. Your brain will play "head games" with you--it is ok, but if you need help please ask us. We all know about the "head games" that our brain tried to play on us. Take it one day at a time, and just remember you can do anything for 30 days.

If you need help or suggestions PLEASE feel free to ask. Hugs to you and you are about to do something that is going to change your entire life for the rest of your life. IT is all GOOD!

Suzanne

In a message dated 4/5/2011 9:40:25 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, jostoli7@... writes:

My date is April 11th, and I'm (almost) ready.. got a few loose ends to tie up, but other than a little nerves once in a while, feeling pretty good. I managed to lose 10 lbs from Feb 14th till now.. just started the lo-carb pre-surgical diet yesterday, so I'm sure more on the way.. likely mostly water, but I'll take it..I did end up telling my friends about it just recently. I started feeling off about keeping this to myself, I really wanted them to know and not be excluded. I figured if they weren't going to be supportive, better to figure that out ahead of time.. Every one of them has been great, no negatives, no horror stories.. all support. They are concerned, but only the normal concern that any friend has for another going in for surgery. I am very thankful for this.. they see my size, they know it ain't easy! :)Still not telling my elderly parents, or sisters until afterwards though. Just easier all the way around on that one.. If I say anything to one, I have to tell all, and I just don't want to deal with that yet..So if anyone has any last minute suggestions, I'm all ears!Thanks!Jo