i'm 15 years old, yes im overweight, im gonna have this surgery in 20 days, kinda nervous but im gonna have to do this i tried many ways to lose weight but none worked, wish me good luck, and you look amazing.
your videos are very inspiring to me, I really am happy for you, you are so beautiful, and you have such a big heart and are a very nice person, I am having surgury the 25th of July and I am feeling scared and excited at the same time.. your videos really are so helpful! thx!
I am thinking about having surgery , since my last baby I lost about 50 or 60% of my hair due to some kind of autoimune disorder, along with thyroid, fibromialgya and lupus among others things. I am even more concern about diabetes and heart due to family history. I feel that this is my choice to be healthier... I have heard about the hairloss with the surgery .. have you experience any hairloss, if so, did the hair regrow? and how? I am very worried about it. I'll appreciate any info. thanks!
I'm considering having this surgery myself, since the full gastric bypass seems like forced starvation, and I don't want to experience "dumping syndrome" or risk excessive malabsorbtion. How are you doing now 2 years after surgery?
I just had the sleeve done 11/30/2010. And the pain was the worst. You inspire me. I am only one week post-op. Yet I can can already see the results, and my husband. I too lost 11 or 12 lbs before surgery. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for subbing me, I have to watch your video's to get to know you better, I just watched this one and WOW !!! Good for you !! Well done...
I am eight days post op and your before video really said just what I had felt. I made a special scrap book for my daughter telling her how much I love her. I wrote a huge 'just in case' letter and picked out funeral songs. I was scared. Your video is so encouraging. Thank you for it. Hope your journey continues to be all you ever hoped and dreamed!
You are a great example of overcoming, I do now operate 25 days, I made a gastric sleeve and I feel my life differently and I make the time go really fast to see me as beautiful as you. Fight lot to do this surgery and although he spent little time my life is different. I'm so happy and grateful to God and the angel from my physician. My English is not perfect but I wanted to send my congratulations and feelings of admiration. God bless you. A big hug from Colombia. Ani.
You are a great example of overcoming, I do now operate 25 days, I made a gastric sleeve and I feel my life differently and I make the time go really fast to see me as beautiful as you. Fight lot to do this surgery and although he spent little time my life is different. I'm so happy and grateful to God and the angel from my physician. My English is not perfect but I wanted to send my congratulations and feelings of admiration. God bless you. A big hug from Colombia. Ani.
I love your video...I couldn't stop crying! you look so happy and beautiful! Im getting mine done in 3 months and I am so scared but I have struggled with my weight all my life. Ive never known what it is like to be thin and healthy. Ive had a hard life but I have a two year old son who needs an active healthy mom. Im 27 and my husband just left me so Im on my own...its so hard but I have a very supportive grandmother and mother. After seeing your video I know I can go through this. thank you
Congratulations on such an amazing journey !!!!! You are by far a true inspiration !!!! I have been fighting this weight battle a long time and am about to do the same thing..... I look forward to the days of healing and have that healthy glow that's just beaming from you !!!! Keep up the fantastic work and remember you have all of us here cheering you on, just as you are here for us !!!! I hope to be able to share my journey with you and others when my time comes :-)
Hi Dear,I'm Shash from Singapore,today is my 16days of sleeve gastrectomy..still on liquid diet,wanna be your friend to share what u expierences...keep up luv Shasha
you are so brave i am 22 years old i just found out i have pcos and it just shadderd my hopes and dreams and right not i am trying to decide weather or not to have surgery to remove the cysts on my ovaries cause im a big chicken when it comes to surgery i also wonder if ill wake up and what if something goes wrong but if it will help me get pregnant im willing to take that chance i just wanted to say how brave you are thanks for posting your video
wow this video was sooo emotional for me! I am looking into VSG and I am exactly the size you were pre-op. I'm hear crying because you said everything I feel right now as I'm researching. I'm so happy you had a good experience and are doing great.
I haven't even watched the whole video yet and I'm already crying after you said you felt sad and you didn't know why - I feel EXACTLY that way, especially the fast few weeks.
I'm so glad I found your video :) Congratulations on how far your hard work and dedication have brought you!
I remember every emotion that we went through pre surgery!! I still have a way to go, but I feel soooo much better and soooo different now. I am extremely happy and proud of you! My Sleeve 1 year Surgiversary is April 14- where has the time gone? All the best to you and yours!!!
Your an inspiration to many. I've been trying to lose weigt on my own but recently been researching VSG. I came across your videos and found it to be much more helpful in making my decision to have it done or not. I just want to say...Thank you. I pray that you continue your successful journey and also that you continue to help others like me.
Wow! You are truely an inspiration to me! Thank you so much for doing this video because they are a big help! I to am so scared and chicken when it comes to anesthesia! But I really need to do this surgery! You look great and are very beautiful before and after!
Wow what can i say i was just surfing thru you tube for the VSG because i have just got the go ahead for my surgery so am on the waiting list so should have it between now and 5 months you are a real inspiration i havent yet viewed all your videos but will get there but what a journey and what a wonderful result you are a beautiful woman and have made me more determined to go thru with my own journey to a healther me BIG CONGRATULATIONS and thanx for the vids
You're such an inspiration - happy surgiversary! I'm 4 months out, and I get discouraged by the slowness of the weight coming off sometimes, but you know, compared to before, it is just melting off. Thank you! I NEEDED this today! You look beautiful - you did before, but now you positively glow.
Don't lose heart! It WILL come off! It may seem slow, but it really isn't! Glad to inspire you! I'm not perfect and some days I think, "Boy, I should be smaller than this by now"...but it doesn't matter. It all comes in time! Thank you for your words and best wishes to you!
Thanks - and ditto :) After a two week stall, the scale moved a few ounces down this morning - if I'd gear back up my exercise, it'd probably come off a bit faster. Bleh - I need a buddy to go work out with me ;)
i know what you mean. i've not been doing much exercise for the past couple months. life has gotten so busy and it's so challenging to find the time. i'm trying to get back into a daily routine. we could encourage one another if you want to!!! like you can send me messages that say things like "did you get your butt up and moving yet today?" lol =)
LOL - my problem is, I can encourage you here, and myself, and have full intentions of hitting that ecercise bike or my complex fitness room when I get home - but then I don't. I need ya to physically come to North Carolina and say "come on, let's move our arses" ;)
April, Great job! You look beautiful. Congrats on being able to return to work. Hope life has gotten better in all areas as well. Keep it up! You look marvelous!
God gave us the oppurtunity to live this life to the fullest with Him. hehehe, I don't to be a pastor here. But Im just telling taht you're such a wonderful and beautiful and adorable girl, even before and after. Im so proud of you ,even though i really dont know you, Im so proud of you that you were able to make it through you're hardships and that what GOd wants us to do.
Hey April.. Thanks a lot for watching my poem. It was really God who set to be my inspiration when I wrote this. April, I was just so touch and was about to cry when I watch you're before and after video. I know God, during that time, is wanting you to come closer to Him and just ask Him to heal you.
Thank you for sharing! WOW you look so good!!!! :) I have PCOS and i have gained 90 pounds! :( It's out of control and i am thinking about surgery but i don't know if my insurance would pay for it! Keep up the good work!
Happy Surgiversary April! Very moving video to see. :-) You have come such a long way and it is great to see you healthy and happy living your life! You are looking as beautiful as ever.
WOW little lady u have come a long way me and rosemary was just talking were is miss april u look awesome and your mommy is a beautiful women tell her for me love connie
Girl you had me crying...I have missed you so very much my sweet april...but I know life can get in the way of all the videos you want to make ... :) tell your daughter that rosemary thinks you girls look like sisters woo hoo miss sexyssss...love ya ...love rosemary
i love u rosemary! have missed u too. i told my daughter and she does the rolling of the eyes...lol..she doesn't want to hear that!! lol hahaha...other people have been sayin we look like sisters now a lot and she hates it!! lol...buf of course i LOVE it!! lol :) talk to ya soon girl!! BIG HUGS!!!
i'm 15 years old, yes im overweight, im gonna have this surgery in 20 days, kinda nervous but im gonna have to do this i tried many ways to lose weight but none worked, wish me good luck, and you look amazing.
yousefq8i 5 months ago
You look amazing.
pito405 5 months ago
your videos are very inspiring to me, I really am happy for you, you are so beautiful, and you have such a big heart and are a very nice person, I am having surgury the 25th of July and I am feeling scared and excited at the same time.. your videos really are so helpful! thx!
DD72511 7 months ago
I am thinking about having surgery , since my last baby I lost about 50 or 60% of my hair due to some kind of autoimune disorder, along with thyroid, fibromialgya and lupus among others things. I am even more concern about diabetes and heart due to family history. I feel that this is my choice to be healthier... I have heard about the hairloss with the surgery .. have you experience any hairloss, if so, did the hair regrow? and how? I am very worried about it. I'll appreciate any info. thanks!
madintx2010 7 months ago
I'm considering having this surgery myself, since the full gastric bypass seems like forced starvation, and I don't want to experience "dumping syndrome" or risk excessive malabsorbtion. How are you doing now 2 years after surgery?
vicorly 11 months ago
I just had the sleeve done 11/30/2010. And the pain was the worst. You inspire me. I am only one week post-op. Yet I can can already see the results, and my husband. I too lost 11 or 12 lbs before surgery. Keep up the good work.
Gldn172 1 year ago
Thank you so much for subbing me, I have to watch your video's to get to know you better, I just watched this one and WOW !!! Good for you !! Well done...
phillytomcat 1 year ago
I am eight days post op and your before video really said just what I had felt. I made a special scrap book for my daughter telling her how much I love her. I wrote a huge 'just in case' letter and picked out funeral songs. I was scared. Your video is so encouraging. Thank you for it. Hope your journey continues to be all you ever hoped and dreamed!
emonteaux 1 year ago
You are a great example of overcoming, I do now operate 25 days, I made a gastric sleeve and I feel my life differently and I make the time go really fast to see me as beautiful as you. Fight lot to do this surgery and although he spent little time my life is different. I'm so happy and grateful to God and the angel from my physician. My English is not perfect but I wanted to send my congratulations and feelings of admiration. God bless you. A big hug from Colombia. Ani.
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I love your video...I couldn't stop crying! you look so happy and beautiful! Im getting mine done in 3 months and I am so scared but I have struggled with my weight all my life. Ive never known what it is like to be thin and healthy. Ive had a hard life but I have a two year old son who needs an active healthy mom. Im 27 and my husband just left me so Im on my own...its so hard but I have a very supportive grandmother and mother. After seeing your video I know I can go through this. thank you
thinthin27 1 year ago
Congratulations on such an amazing journey !!!!! You are by far a true inspiration !!!! I have been fighting this weight battle a long time and am about to do the same thing..... I look forward to the days of healing and have that healthy glow that's just beaming from you !!!! Keep up the fantastic work and remember you have all of us here cheering you on, just as you are here for us !!!! I hope to be able to share my journey with you and others when my time comes :-)
Take Care and keep shining
OOXTINA1 1 year ago
Hi Dear,I'm Shash from Singapore,today is my 16days of sleeve gastrectomy..still on liquid diet,wanna be your friend to share what u expierences...keep up luv Shasha
soleiyou94 1 year ago
you are so brave i am 22 years old i just found out i have pcos and it just shadderd my hopes and dreams and right not i am trying to decide weather or not to have surgery to remove the cysts on my ovaries cause im a big chicken when it comes to surgery i also wonder if ill wake up and what if something goes wrong but if it will help me get pregnant im willing to take that chance i just wanted to say how brave you are thanks for posting your video
redneckhipchick 1 year ago
wow this video was sooo emotional for me! I am looking into VSG and I am exactly the size you were pre-op. I'm hear crying because you said everything I feel right now as I'm researching. I'm so happy you had a good experience and are doing great.
rhomeaforever 1 year ago
thank you for having the courage to share something so personal. you give me hope.
klarynn 1 year ago
Your an inspiration girl! :)
JiveGirl24 1 year ago
How much did you lose? You look great! Did you ever hit a wall. I think I have, I am almost 7 months out.
kelleyrenae 1 year ago
How much did you lose? You look great! Did you ever hit a wall. I think I have, I am almost 7 months out.
kelleyrenae 1 year ago
How much did you lose? You look great! Did you ever hit a wall. I think I have, I am almost 7 months out.
kelleyrenae 1 year ago
You look so beautiful! I will soon have VSG surgery...I am so excited. You really did rock that sleeve!
cinjo61 1 year ago
I haven't even watched the whole video yet and I'm already crying after you said you felt sad and you didn't know why - I feel EXACTLY that way, especially the fast few weeks.
I'm so glad I found your video :) Congratulations on how far your hard work and dedication have brought you!
nmasgrl 1 year ago
I remember every emotion that we went through pre surgery!! I still have a way to go, but I feel soooo much better and soooo different now. I am extremely happy and proud of you! My Sleeve 1 year Surgiversary is April 14- where has the time gone? All the best to you and yours!!!
jonsgurl92 1 year ago
Your an inspiration to many. I've been trying to lose weigt on my own but recently been researching VSG. I came across your videos and found it to be much more helpful in making my decision to have it done or not. I just want to say...Thank you. I pray that you continue your successful journey and also that you continue to help others like me.
jcsannicolas63 2 years ago
I'm so glad I could help you in some way. I wish you all the best!
allforliving 2 years ago
Wow! You are truely an inspiration to me! Thank you so much for doing this video because they are a big help! I to am so scared and chicken when it comes to anesthesia! But I really need to do this surgery! You look great and are very beautiful before and after!
inaflash11 2 years ago
thanks so much! i wish u all the best with your upcoming decisions. i found it VERY Worth it!
allforliving 2 years ago
you are very beautiful, before and after. i love your eyes. thank you for the post!
chanohman06 2 years ago
thanks so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
Wow what can i say i was just surfing thru you tube for the VSG because i have just got the go ahead for my surgery so am on the waiting list so should have it between now and 5 months you are a real inspiration i havent yet viewed all your videos but will get there but what a journey and what a wonderful result you are a beautiful woman and have made me more determined to go thru with my own journey to a healther me BIG CONGRATULATIONS and thanx for the vids
Tuakauian 2 years ago
Thank you so much! The best of wishes to you with your upcoming surgery. It is such an amazing journey!
allforliving 2 years ago
Awe beautiful Lady, What a difference in your beautiful smile so full of life. You did It!!
jessicaquesada21 2 years ago
thank you jess!
allforliving 2 years ago
You're such an inspiration - happy surgiversary! I'm 4 months out, and I get discouraged by the slowness of the weight coming off sometimes, but you know, compared to before, it is just melting off. Thank you! I NEEDED this today! You look beautiful - you did before, but now you positively glow.
puhlease1 2 years ago
Don't lose heart! It WILL come off! It may seem slow, but it really isn't! Glad to inspire you! I'm not perfect and some days I think, "Boy, I should be smaller than this by now"...but it doesn't matter. It all comes in time! Thank you for your words and best wishes to you!
allforliving 2 years ago
Thanks - and ditto :) After a two week stall, the scale moved a few ounces down this morning - if I'd gear back up my exercise, it'd probably come off a bit faster. Bleh - I need a buddy to go work out with me ;)
puhlease1 2 years ago
i know what you mean. i've not been doing much exercise for the past couple months. life has gotten so busy and it's so challenging to find the time. i'm trying to get back into a daily routine. we could encourage one another if you want to!!! like you can send me messages that say things like "did you get your butt up and moving yet today?" lol =)
allforliving 2 years ago
LOL - my problem is, I can encourage you here, and myself, and have full intentions of hitting that ecercise bike or my complex fitness room when I get home - but then I don't. I need ya to physically come to North Carolina and say "come on, let's move our arses" ;)
puhlease1 2 years ago
April you look great! You have come a long way and i am so very proud of you. I love you girl!
katiemh80 2 years ago
Thank you Kate! I love you too!
allforliving 2 years ago
Your videos are always so very moving!
Kudos!
You look Wonderful and You look extremely Happy!
You've done a wonderful job and you should be proud!
God Bless!
Rita
lopezbernadine82 2 years ago
Thank you so much Rita!
allforliving 2 years ago
April, Great job! You look beautiful. Congrats on being able to return to work. Hope life has gotten better in all areas as well. Keep it up! You look marvelous!
Cindi
ccdawn39 2 years ago
Thank you Cindi!
allforliving 2 years ago
God gave us the oppurtunity to live this life to the fullest with Him. hehehe, I don't to be a pastor here. But Im just telling taht you're such a wonderful and beautiful and adorable girl, even before and after. Im so proud of you ,even though i really dont know you, Im so proud of you that you were able to make it through you're hardships and that what GOd wants us to do.
metamarvin09 2 years ago
Thank you!
allforliving 2 years ago
Hey April.. Thanks a lot for watching my poem. It was really God who set to be my inspiration when I wrote this. April, I was just so touch and was about to cry when I watch you're before and after video. I know God, during that time, is wanting you to come closer to Him and just ask Him to heal you.
metamarvin09 2 years ago
Oh my goodness! Look at you and how wonderful you look! You look 25 years old, girl! Good job!
ChubbyBear1960 2 years ago
wow! 25? Thank you!
allforliving 2 years ago
Good to see your smiling face. Glad youre doing well.
Kellawanda 2 years ago
April!!! I can't believe it's been a year already. You look so happy and I was really touched by your video. You are truly beautiful inside and out.
Take Care, Laura:)
LauraInCali 2 years ago
ty Laura! u are so sweet. hope u are doing well!
allforliving 2 years ago
Thank you for sharing! WOW you look so good!!!! :) I have PCOS and i have gained 90 pounds! :( It's out of control and i am thinking about surgery but i don't know if my insurance would pay for it! Keep up the good work!
anm30 2 years ago
thank you so much. i wish u all the best in ur journey as well!
allforliving 2 years ago
i was wondering where you have been i'm glad to see your doing good. Thanks for being an inspiration to us all .Happy surigerasery. You look great!.
myloveforjesus 2 years ago
thank u so much! hope u are well!
allforliving 2 years ago
My goodness, April, it seems like yesterday when you PM'd me about youtube and WLS. You've come so far. I am so happy for you. Congrats!
margodropshercargo 2 years ago
Margo! I know the time surely did fly by. thank u so much! i'm so happy for u too!
allforliving 2 years ago
Great video, April! Thanks for sharing your journey. You were one of my first finds in this support group on Youtube. I've learned a lot from you!
Enjoy your new life! You deserve it!
changeisgood46 2 years ago
thank u so much! the best to you as well!
allforliving 2 years ago
Happy Surgiversary April! Very moving video to see. :-) You have come such a long way and it is great to see you healthy and happy living your life! You are looking as beautiful as ever.
myfreshstart 2 years ago
thank u Linda! I'm so proud of u as well. big hugs!!!
allforliving 2 years ago
I remember those first videos of yours and mine! LOL congrats and I hope your life is turning out exactly as you planned. Hugs! Sherry
SherryLuka 2 years ago
thank u Sherry! big hugs back!!!
allforliving 2 years ago
Beautiful video, thanks for sharing... Congratulations and may you have a lifetime of continued success with your journey :)
Thebodells 2 years ago
thank u so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
Thank u, so very much. So good to see you lookin so well, GOD BLESS YOU
didibailey 2 years ago
hi Didi! God bless u too!
allforliving 2 years ago
Totally beautiful :)
Happy Surgiversary
livideye 2 years ago
thank u so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
huggs april. youve done a great thing here for your family and mostly for yourself. you show me what is possible. waves~~~
crosspecans 2 years ago
thank u Susan! love ya girl!
allforliving 2 years ago
congratulations! you are beautiful!!!!
rainsh01 2 years ago
thank u!
allforliving 2 years ago
WOW little lady u have come a long way me and rosemary was just talking were is miss april u look awesome and your mommy is a beautiful women tell her for me love connie
QuiltingConnieB 2 years ago
Connie!!! thank u! i sure will tell my mom what u said. i love you and rosemary so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
nice to hear from you
karla
you look wonderful
tbear2739 2 years ago
thanks so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
Beautiful!
YogiUToo 2 years ago
thank u miss cami!!!
allforliving 2 years ago
Happy Surgiversary April!!! :)
freshorangina 2 years ago
ty!!!
allforliving 2 years ago
So wonderful to see an update from you! You are looking so amazing and SO SO SO happy and healthy! Thanks for the update... be well!
neecyd63 2 years ago
ty so much!
allforliving 2 years ago
Girl you had me crying...I have missed you so very much my sweet april...but I know life can get in the way of all the videos you want to make ... :) tell your daughter that rosemary thinks you girls look like sisters woo hoo miss sexyssss...love ya ...love rosemary
gastricRose 2 years ago
i love u rosemary! have missed u too. i told my daughter and she does the rolling of the eyes...lol..she doesn't want to hear that!! lol hahaha...other people have been sayin we look like sisters now a lot and she hates it!! lol...buf of course i LOVE it!! lol :) talk to ya soon girl!! BIG HUGS!!!
allforliving 2 years ago