Hello bariatric travelers

[starfisher]

We have taken the road less traveled for any number of reasons. Now that the decision was made and the deed done we are learning to live a new and different life. We do not know the rules or have maps to follow. We fear the unknown and returning to that place that made us take this action.
I was fat 287 when I decided enough !!! 251 the day of my gbs. I had a number of health problems, withdrawing from family and friends and depression.

At 2 years I was down to 150, no health issues at my check up, looking and feeling better.

Thenlll
I had a seisure and a stroke. GMS, FMS and speech three days a week, weight gain, depression.
Working hard to get better for 5 months.

and then....
Christmas day my mother died of cancer after being sick 1 week.

Now ..
New normal all over again.
I need to learn to eat, exercise and join the world again.

But ...
Oh all the things that get in the way. All the excuses, All the reasons to fail, the lack of motivationn lack of knowledge, grief.

Looking for support group that is active and willing to talk and listen.

 

[Karenina]

starfisher-- your story is a great example of how we all need to dust ourselves off and try again when Life gets in the way. this is a great online group and I hope you find what you need here.

 

[Ginny]

Hello. I am a newbie here. I had gastric bypass May 30,2012 and I have lost 85 pounds so far. But I must say this surgery has been hell for me. I never feel well after eating just a small portion. I am either vomiting or coming out the other end. Is there anyone going thru this same thing? ..I feel as I am all alone in this entire thing and depression has taken over me.
Ginny

 

[darkpoeticangel]

I am here I will listen, Yes I know what grief can do. As I too am a mother less daughter. This is a great group of people. Welcome

 

[Pat99]

Starfisher-We all make grand plans of some sort or another but life always has a habit of getting in the way. All of us have had obstacles but we are here to listen and support you in any way possible. The fact that you are trying to get back on track will be an inspiration to many.

 

[Bigtallsis]

Starfisher welcome there are alot of us here who'll listen and be your friend, we;re all on this journey togethe and sharing helps. Please come back and share and each of us will do our best to be there for you. Donna