QweenC
Everyone doesn't think before they speak
Dec 06, 2009
I went in for my blood work and check up with the surgeon. Just like always, I was chatting with the other patients in the waiting room. You know, which surgery did you have?. how far out are you?, how much have you lost?. One woman asked my weight before surgery, I told her, I have no problem sharing. She then said," If I was 265lbs. I wouldn't have even had surgery." What the...! First of all, just because I'm not as obese as you, I am still obese at 5'4" and 265lbs. Second, let's see if when she gets down to 265 she'll be happy enough or feel good enough to just stay there. I understand that everyone sees a weight lower than their current weight as a healthier weight but, in no way should you make someone feel that they were not in need of weight lose surgery. We get enough negative talk and vibes from those who are not obese. We shouldn't have to hear negative comments from each other. I made the decision to help myself become healthier before I continued to gain weight. I shouldn't be made to feel uncomfortable about my decision or unworthy of the surgery that has saved my life. People please, think before you speak.
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About Me
Ypsilanti, MI
Location
22.3
BMI
Surgery
09/01/2009
Surgery Date
May 13, 2009
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