Question:
Should I be concerned that starting at close to 500lbs. I had only lost 13lbs.at

18 days post-op and everyone else my size at the same time frame has lost at least 30lbs. or more am I considered a failure already? I never feel full I just stop eating.    — [Anonymous] (posted on June 2, 2001)

June 2, 2001
Sweetie, you can't possible be ready to give it all up in 18 days! YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! You've lost 13 lbs...and that is fantastic! <p> Now, give yourself a hug and repeat after me: "I will not compare my loss to anyone elses. We are all unique individuals and we lose at different rates. My surgery is successful and I am fabulous!" <p> If you are still a wee bit impatient, get all the water in that you can and keep walking - even 5-10 minutes at a time several times a day will add up. You'll see, the weight will just melt off! Hugs,
   — Allie B.