I mean that both literally and figuretively! I am a realtor and I am hosting an open house today and that got me thinking.
Although I am very outgoing, when it comes to my weight, I have always been a very private person. I have never shared what I weigh with anyone other than my doctors and the ladies at WW. The thought about 'Opening up' and telling the world that I am having WLS is a little scarey, I won't lie! To date, I have only told my immediate family and some very close friends that I am having WLS. If I was honest, I'd say that with the exception of my DH and daughters, I wouldn't tell anyone if I thought I could get away with it!
However, I recognize the importance of surrounding myself with supportive people and I know in the long run, as time goes by, I will be more open about telling people how I finally lost the weight (and I will lose it, don't you worry!).
On another note, my very good friend and her husband will be visiting us for a few days and I can't wait to see them tonight! They will be here until Wednesday so I don't know if I'll be around before then. I'll catch up with everyone when I can.
Have a great week!
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I'm nervous about telling people too. Right now, only my husband and best friend knows. My friend is also starting the process of getting the lapband - although she's not 100% sure which way she's going. - lapband or RNY.
You know Jacquie, when I was researching about the band and had gone to a meet the doctor, I did not want to tell anyone. I didn't even tell my kids or parents. I was worried that they would be disappointed or they would try to talk me out of it. To my surprise, they were all so happy for me and they can't wait to see me happier and healthier. Now I just blurt it out! I have yet to hear anything negative. Enjoy your friends visit.
Hi Jacquie! Thanks for stopping by my blog - I look forward to following your journey. The whole telling thing is hard - I told some friends, but no one at work. I'm proud of what I've done, but it's a personal choice.
Jacquie-It is fun to find another March bandster. Now that March starts tomorrow, it doesn't seem so far anymore. :) So far, I have only told my husband. If someone asks me directly, I would not lie, but would not probably bring it up otherwise. That being said, who knows I may change my mind down the road. Many people on the blogs have gone to Mexico and been very happy. You should be in good hands. Thanks for visiting my new blog! http://bandedandblogging.blogspot.com/
I didn't tell many people at first and now at 2.5 years post surgery I still have only told a handful of people. I know people speculate, but I don't really care. My husband and I had been together for 11 years when I had my surgery...and he never knew how much I weighed in 11 years!! During surgery the anesthesiologist came into the room where I was waiting and my husband and said, "you weigh xxx??" and I was mortified!!! He gave my weight away to my husband! Oh well, it made things easier in the long run and I am always telling my husband how much less I weigh :)
I have only told my DH and BF...It is a personal choice and I just don't need anyone's judgement of me anymore. Good luck with whatever you decide
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