So, we had dinner out with our dear friends Adrienne and Kevin. I had been on the fence about telling them my plans right away because I was afraid of their reactions. Adrienne is a receptionist at Weight Watchers and I didn't know if she would be judgemental about my decision. She, of all people, really know of everything I have gone through in my weight loss journey so I really shouldn't be surprised that they were actually very supportive. However, they were a little concerned when I told them I was having it done in Mexico. I can understand that but once I explained everything they were more comfortable with the idea.
Kevins biggest concern was that we wouldn't want to go on cruises with them anymore! This was really funny to me because I was never one of those cruise people who gained weight on the cruise. To the contrary, I have been on 3 cruises and I have lost weight on all three of them! One was a 3 week cruise to Italy and I lost 5.5 lbs.! Anyway, I think it bothers him that I lose weight on the cruise while he gained quite a bit on the last one. He thought becuase I lost weight when I had no restrictions, I wouldn't want to eat at all and why bother going if you aren't going to eat! I promised him that having the band was not going to change my personality, for some reason, he was worried that I would become very serious. Me? Not happening. The only thing I am hoping to change is what and how much I put in my mouth!
Anyway, I am really happy that I shared this with them and just asked that they not share with others. I think this is a very personal issue for me and I want to be the one to share or not. Interestingly, Adrienne said that there were quite a few bandsters in Weight Watchers.
On another note, Hubs and I finished our class today and drum-roll please........I got a 96! and he got a 95! On our last go round of tests it was the exact opposite. I am so happy to have this behind me! Believe me!
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It's definitely a little touchy when it comes to telling people. I'm waiting until I get approved by my insurance company before I tell anybody. I've been thinking about reactions, especially from my kids, but they are old enough to understand. (11 and 14) Regarding cruises, I would think you'd enjoy going more. I think that not being able to eat a lot of food will make us appreciate and enjoy it even more. Of course, I'm just guessing since I'm not banded yet.
Well done telling your friends!! Very few of mine know - but I find it hard not to share with those that are struggling with their own weight issues. I would hate to lose weight and discourage someone else because they think I've been able to succeed with diet and exercise alone :-)
A+ for both of you (but the girls won, YAY!).
I hear this over and over about the 'personality change'...Why is it that fun and fat go together and fun and fit don't LOL?! Sounds like you have great friends and that they'll be there to support you and to see that you won't change...but your body will!
Hi Jacquie! My name is Vickie and I just wanted to say that you sound a lot like me! I am older than you (whatever!) but we are empty nesters too. And, John is my second husband and we live in Florida! We just moved here in August of 09 from PA. We have 5 kids, all grown and living in AZ....that is where we are from. We have 3 grand babies too. I am currently studying for my real estate license! I have been studying on line and I have to say...I pretty much suck! I did fine in my classroom test, but not so much on the state test. Anyway, I am hoping to be banded in May. Amy and I live very close to each other and I met her earlier this month. Anyway, I will be keeping an eye on your blog and I hope your surgery goes well. Vickie
Hey there, thanks for your comment on my blog and I am looking forward to watching your journey.
The band has been a great decision for me... DL
Thanks for sharing. As a new person to this, my surgery was in July, I have struggled with who to tell and when. I value privacy and discretion but also worry about how my friends and family will view my decision. It's nice to know it is a normal fear.
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