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chewmonster2003 18 years, 2 months ago

Update: It is one year and 2 months post surgery. I am doing great. 110lbs gone - hopefully never to come back AND am getting married in 6 months. This surgery, though difficult to go through, was a wonderful decision that I don't regret making. I went from wearing a size 24 to a size 8 in a year! I'll be thin for my wedding and will be able to look back on the pictures without shame. I am very thankful to my wonderful doctor for the work he did and cannot recommend him highly enough. If you are thinking of having this surgery, think it over carefully. It is a very painful and difficult procedure to go through, but if you have the stamina and know what you want AND are ready for the lifestyle change, then by all means, I encourage you to do it!

chewmonster2003 18 years, 2 months ago

Update: It is one year and 2 months post surgery. I am doing great. 110lbs gone - hopefully never to come back AND am getting married in 6 months. This surgery, though difficult to go through, was a wonderful decision that I don't regret making. I went from wearing a size 24 to a size 8 in a year! I'll be thin for my wedding and will be able to look back on the pictures without shame. I am very thankful to my wonderful doctor for the work he did and cannot recommend him highly enough. If you are thinking of having this surgery, think it over carefully. It is a very painful and difficult procedure to go through, but if you have the stamina and know what you want AND are ready for the lifestyle change, then by all means, I encourage you to do it!

chewmonster2003 19 years, 4 months ago

I came through the surgery fine and am at home now recovering. I will post more when I am up to it.

Mandeegirl 19 years, 4 months ago

Just wanted to stop by and wish you the best of luck with your upcoming surgery. I hope you have a healthy and speedy recovery! See you on the losing side.

Patticake 19 years, 4 months ago

Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a wonderful weight loss journey! Sending prayers for guidance of your surgeon's hands,an uneventful recovery and a fantastic new YOU! Patticake

chewmonster2003 19 years, 4 months ago

Surgery is day after tomorrow. I am a little scared, but excited at the same time. I can't wait to be on the losing side. Wish me luck.

Cyndi M. 19 years, 4 months ago

~~~~CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR UPCOMING SURGERY. ~~~~ Your big day is almost here, this is the day, your new life will begin, I cant promise it will be easy, cant say it will be hard, i can say that with all the complications and everyting i had to go through, It was well worth it. I have never felt better in yearsss, Im off all medications, have sooooo much more engery. So if you hit a bump in the road, hang in there and remember it will alll be worth it in the long run. Prayers that the Lord will guide your surgeons hands, and you have a speedy recovery. . Looking forward to hearing from you on the loosing side. Huggs and Prayers ~~Cyndi M~~

Ruth P. 19 years, 4 months ago

Congratulations on your decision to make a positive change in your life. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Feel free to keep me posted on your progress.

AC 19 years, 4 months ago

chewmonster2003 19 years, 4 months ago

My surgery date is scheduled - it is December 16th. I have switched doctors to Dr. Michael Hocking out of Shands, Gainesville. He did an open RNY on both my sister and mother. Both with great success - my mom lost 255lbs my sister had her surgery in February and has already lost 100lbs!!! He is a great surgeon and has agreed to fit me into his busy schedule. Wish me luck - Soon I will be on the losing side!!