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Hi Everyone. I am Lovelymish1 and I live in the...

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Hi Everyone. I am Lovelymish1 and I live in the beautiful city of New York. I am 5ft 3 inches and I weigh 240lbs. In February I was at my highest weight of 255lbs, however, with diet and exercise I was able to lose 15 lbs struggling. I am struggling with my weight since birth. I was a 10 pounder at birth LOL.... have been on Real Self since March of this year and I must say that you guys have been so supportive and your posts have all been motivating. It has given me that extra push that I really needed to begin my gastric sleeve journey. At first I was a bit skeptical,
however with all the support that you guys have given me I'm so ready to start a healthier lifestyle. I really appreciate the support everyone on this website has given me and I will continue to share wonderful experiences that will become a reality very soon. I did my consultaion yesterday, May 29th and It went well. My insurance require 3 mths of weight management. I did the 1st one yesterday and I have the next one on June 30th. I will also get the packet soon to schedule the tests before surgery. The only test I need to do are the psychiatric evaluation and blood work as I do not have any co-morbidities. My surgeon is pretty cool and I'm really looking forward to this. My husband is supportive to an extent as he keeps telling me he is with me but I really don't need this surgery as I can lose this weight on my own, however, I got this! I'm tired of losing then regaining even more.... time to get my sleeveeeeeee!!!!!! yupppp!!! Love you guys you are all my family now.... Shhhhhhh .... Dont tell my mom she will have a nervous breakdown LOL... As I said I got this!!!

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Diego R. Camacho, MD

Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery

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May 31, 2015
You are right you got this! This is the beginning of a new Chapter for us all. " WE got this" . Hope to hear more great milestones of your journey! God Bless!
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May 31, 2015
Thank you Sweetie ... Yup! We got this!
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May 31, 2015
Nice to read your story Lovely. Glad that hubby is on board and it's important to have a surgeon that you click with. We are all in this together, and sharing our ups and downs help each of us to learn. I love RealSelf and everyone I have met.
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May 31, 2015
Thank you Puppy's Mom. You are absolutely right! Love my realself family too
May 31, 2015
Welcome to the family! It is fun to read each story. It is amazing how many different paths we've taken headed for the same goal. Keep us posted along your way.
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May 31, 2015
Thanks so much Chukkar! I will definitely keep you posted on my journey and wish you all the best on yours. I confident that everything will work out fine for you! God bless you
May 31, 2015
I was in your shoes trying make my mine up I start read this site and it help me I am on my way to have my first nutrition class on June 3 I am ready for for these life change
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June 1, 2015
Hi SexyJ1010 I know it hard and sometimes we are undecided as it's a life changing experience that's not reversible, however we just have to leave everything in god's hands and move forward to achieve our goals. I'm happy that you already started the process and don't forget we are here for each other. BTW where are you located?
June 2, 2015
Welcome to the RealSelf WLS Community. We are a tight nit family all with a common goal. To become healthier individuals. I am 3wks PostOp tomorrow 6/3/15 and already down 19 .lbs after PreOp liquid diet went from 215 lbs to 204.5 lbs. Today l am 186 .lbs ......what a joy to see the 180's been 10 years since the 180's and l last hung out
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June 2, 2015
Oh Wow! Thank you and congratulations on your weightloss. Thanks for your post it is so inspiring. How are you feeling now? How did you feel after the surgery. Wish you all the best on your journey.
June 4, 2015
Congratulations...you are going nicely in the right direction...
UPDATED FROM lovelymish1
4 months pre

On my way

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UPDATED FROM lovelymish1
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On my way!

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June 5, 2015
Best of luck and we look forward to traveling with you on your WLS journey. Keep us updated .
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June 7, 2015
Thank you so much .... Please pray for me!
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June 5, 2015
Hi Lovely. I just wanted to drop in and say how wonderful and supporting you are to everyone. You seem so bubbly and always there to offer some kinds words. Thank you for spending time with all of us.
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June 5, 2015
Awwww! Thank you so much Puppy's Mom... You are very supportive also and I know each and everyone of us in this forum appreciate your kind words ... Have a wonderful weekend!
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December 12, 2016
You look great!
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December 13, 2016
Thank You Hun!