Not a stupid question at all. First of all my surgeon did a vertical sleeve gastrectomy and not a lobotomy. I still crave certain foods and I know that this will be a source of contention for me...

I'm on board with the July challenge. I have slowed down but have recently discovered bicycling again. My goals are to lose 10 lbs and ride the bike at least 5x a week. Feeling the best I have...

It is a very big life changing moment. I even had buyers remorse for awhile because of missing my friend, which was food. As I told my husband the other night, this is such a "freein" experience. ...

You will be just fine. I am so excited for you to start yor journey. You will so enjoy your new found health and body. Every move you make from here on out, you will enjoy. Eventually you will...

Welcome! So glad to have you here and wishing you the best. I did not have Dr Almanza but have heard good things. This has been the best thing I have done for myself. Good luck and keep us in the...

Yes, you are all right. It is an individual's choice and I guess I was just letting you all know that is how I handled my situation. Either way, we are all on the same loser's bench and very glad...

I am with michelleb. Trust me, that is a lot of weight to wrap oround ones brain, but let it out and enjoy the accalaids of your hard work. People around you know that you were heavy and really,...

Thank you so much for the encouragement. I will continue to be the big loser that I have always dreamed of being.

You look amazing. I am at a stall right now that has been going on for 3 weeks and I know that I can fix it with exercise, I just need to get motivated. You have now motivated me. Thanks for your...

I was wondering the same thing when I was sleeved on 1/20/12. Well, it seems that I really turned a corner at the 3 month mark. Sounds like a long time but in the scheme of things, it was really...

Incredible! Yeah I hate when beach time and Tiki Bars get in the way. lolololo! When you start to lose the weight, you can't help but to get out in the world and enjoy life. Keep it up and enjoy!...

I will get a picture for you soon. It is the best time of my life. Going to ride to South Dakota this weekend.

VSG (01/20/12)

Well I did it.* My first motorcycle trip of the year and just a little over 3 months from my surgery.* I rode my bike 2,642 miles in 7 days. *It was an amazing feeling to be able to...

OMG! You look amazing! Thanks for sharing. Gives the rest of us encouragement.
Thanks
Jane

so excited for you! Can't wait to get there also. I love being a BIG loser. I can't believe how free you feel when you start shedding the pounds. I walk and move so much easier. Enjoy life.
Jane

You are so funny. I am on the verge of shopping for panties also. As far as cloths go, I have enough of the other cloths in the closet that still have tags on them thinking some day I will get...

When going to any physicians office, you either have to have a patient advocate with you that understands what you are there for, or you have to be your own advocate. You were so smart to keep...

thanks for sharing your video. It has been great to have everyone on this site to get information and know that there is always someone else that is going through the same things I have gone...

you are great. You will now be my inspiration. Thanks for all the positive vibes!

OMG! I can't believe that someone else has the same problem. I started having trouble sitting about 2 weeks ago. I guess I am losing my backside. I have a sit down job and didn't think i would...

Yes, love my FSA! Now I can pay my out of pocket and helps with taxes since it is pre taxed money out of my check

Yay! So glad to see you are doing well. Keep it up.

WOW! Just what I like to hear. I was feeling bummed about my stall, but I have renewed hope when I read posts like yours. Keep up the good work!

I have sleep apnea and I don't use the machine any more. I weigh less then I did when I got the machine. I sleep so much better also. So good luck to you on your fabulous journey. Well worth it....

I know I am not traveling outside the country but I am riding my motorcycle 1200 miles next month and that will put me right at 3 months out. I have not had any trouble and dr said if I wanted, I...