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Texasbandit's Blog
 

So...tired...fading fast...*Thud*

Ugh I am so tired. WTF? I feel like I'm gonna pass out seriously. Maybe not enough calories? I dunno. I just want to crawl into bed and sleep. I'm having a hard time getting up in the morning too. I've never felt like this before. Kinda scary, but I just dont want to go over 1200 cal. My dr told me I shouldnt go over that much. UGHHHH!
Texasbandit

Texasbandit

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kristateaches' Blog
 

oops

Wow! So I keep thinking "I should get back to work." I'm feeling great...Yesterday was 7 days out and I went out to town for the first time. Did a little grocery shopping, rode around with a friend...I was out for about 4-5 hours...by the time I got home I felt like I had been hit by a truck!! So much for going back to work early!
kristateaches

kristateaches

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N2B8R's Blog
 

From: TOMORROW IS THE 1ST DAY OF THE REST OF MY LIFE

I'm not scared (as I mentioned before) but I can't sleep. Anxious like a kid on Christmas Eve. Today I'm on full clear liquids. I am imposing NPO orders on myself after 6pm today and not midnight. I'm mentally getting ready for L.A.S. = Life After Sleeve. This has been a loooooong journey. Three or six months is nothing compared to being overweight for 25 years. I'm finally ready. At 36 I am ready to break up with fat and find another body to get involved with. I've been up a while listening to Killswitch Engage to calm down. People say often that they can't wait. I could but why the HE** should I, LOL? Friday is near.     I feel like the person who's next in line at the bank.   I really want to take this opportunity to thank everyone here at VST for their advice, kind words and inspiration. I honestly believe without this site I never would have gone this far with the Sleeve. I would have nixed the idea and tried another fad diet. I would lose maybe 40lb and gain back 60. Push myself deeper into an abyss and try yet another diet. Thanks everyone. I'm gonna read through posts on here to learn and gain more knowledge.   See y'all on the "Loser's Bench"!!!!!!!!!!!!     N2B8R   Source: TOMORROW IS THE 1ST DAY OF THE REST OF MY LIFE
Neoteric Verve

Neoteric Verve

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LeeLee76's Blog
 

Feeling a little discouraged

I started today feeling pretty good, had my second bootcamp session. I won't lie, its soooo difficult but I'm glad I had the guts to try something like this. I can't believe though that I, at the rip age of almost 35 do not know how to jump rope! I seem to have absolutely no coordination so that was embarrassing. Going to keep at that.   I found myself lookinga the calendar and I've realized I'm 8 weeks post surgery and only down a total of 20lbs since my surger. I feel a bit disappointed and a little discouraged. I know I can't count just the pounds, its inches as well. Just figured I would have lost a little more by now. I'll keep trying to be positive and hopefully the addition of some serious workouts will be the boost I need.
LeeLee76

LeeLee76

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zil's Blog
 

GOOD NEWS

Had a visit on Monday for my first fill. I was surprised when I learned the dr put 4ccs in at surgery time. Another cc was added for a total of 5 now. The dr said I could have one again in 2 weeks so I am scheduled to get the second one on 10/3. Still not feeling any restriction (that I can notice) but am managing to keep my intake down and am making healthy choices.   Even better news, when I weighed in, I had lost 29.6 pounds since my very first appt...not too shabby for 2 months, and 10 of those pounds were in the month since I was banded. YEA ME!   To all of you that are experiences setbacks and doubts, keep with it. It will get easier. He hardest choice was to make the decision to get the band. If I can do it, anyone can.   Good luck to you all and keep up posted on your progress.
zil

zil

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mistilynn's Blog
 

Feeling Blah day..

Wow, I know we all get those days where we just feel like BLAH, and man is today one of those days. I have not felt this down in years. i have no idea why, feeling fat,very uncomfortable in all my clothes, Don't even want to get dressed to go back to work..   I was Banded June 29th 2011 I have only lost 29 pounds,and I'm feeling very tired already.   I don't know if I feel that getting the band was a mistake or not. I feel good when im not Bloated or feeling FAT. So I guess it was not a mistake...HEY I LOST 29 POUNDS OF FAT. Couldn't have done that without my TOOL.   Well, 3 fills later, pretty much can only eat salad and chicken, sometimes some ham in my salad. BORING.....I want some GOOD food,or would that be BAD food, but I know I can not Get it down....Man my body tells me when the food is NO good for me...lol...Think thats Pretty good though...I know my pants are getting bigger on me....Thats good..Well this Blog makes no sence,,,But i'm feeling a little better.....Guess I just needed to talk...Blah,Blah,Blah....   I love my Band and I love My Doctor...I love my Bandster Pals....Most of all I love all my friends who have gone through this with me..I know I have been a Grumpy person to be around..Addiction to food is just like Addiction to DRUGS...Food was my Drug of choice....and this band is just like my REHAB...Thank You LapBand.....   Well bye for now my friends.........I feel Better....Thank you...    
mistilynn

mistilynn

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icuingme2's blog
 

Pre Op Liquid Diet Day 7...

I'm doing good and haven't cheated. Not going to lie though some of my motivation was coming from seeing the scale show a decrease in numbers. Nothing for 2 days though....well I can't exactly say nothing either. I gainded a pound back yesterday.   Anyway, I know this isn't the big picture so I'm not stressing if I don't loose much more...but its nice seeing those smaller numbers for a change. I am curious to know though...what you did as far as weighing yourself. Did you weigh yourself each day or did you wait? If you did wait how often?   I tried walking the night before with my family but found that I was really tired soon after starting and then yesterday was a little rough. I love to go for walks but I'm thinking while I'm only consuming 500 - 600 calories a day maybe I should just hold off. What are your thoughts? Just curious?
arnetta

arnetta

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dee2003's Blog
 

Testing before surgury/to get insurance approval.

Hi, I'm still in the process of all the tests pre-op. I have visited the nutritionist, the pulmunary doctor and am visiting the psych doctor today, the pulmunary doc again today for a breathing test and to see my surgeon, all on the same day. My pulmunary doctor has informed me that I need to do a sleep study and that my insurance will not cover the machine that I can bring home, so I will have to go to a local sleep center. My question is; what does this study entail? Do they strap me up? Do they give me something to make me sleep? Also; what other tests will be coming down the road for me? I am making all positive life changing choices for myself..quit smoking, stop my glass of wine daily to prepare for my surgury and my healthy life to come and I'm very excited. Thank you for your comments.
dee2003

dee2003

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Linda526's Blog
 

2 days post op

I had my banding done on 9/19 just wondering why I did this. I have been lightheaded and having a hard time getting in my 64 oz. I guess I'm a worrier and I'm afraid of dehydration or worse, clotting. Second guessing my descision at this time. Time will tell I guess.
Linda526

Linda526

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Amvg85's Blog
 

Lap Band (Written 9-17-2011)

So, I decided I need to a little help in dropping this now extra 120 lb. I went for a Nutrition, Psych and Lap Band (Realize) consult. I thought it would go faster, but apparently my insurance sucks. They want me to prove I have been to the Dr 7 times in the past 2 years (consecutive months) where my weight was recorded and discussed weight. So, I hurt my back in May and went to Occupational Health (I got hurt on the job)-we descussed it but those people get weird about providing you with help. I am pretty sure I saw my Primary in June and we always talk about weight (he has known me since I was 6). Then in July I went to a Neurosurgeon, again, weighed, discussed how to improve my pain---exercise, lose weight---DUH! August...I think I went to my Primary, I have an apt with him on Monday to hash out the details of this. I am hoping he will be able to assist me in getting all the paperwork in place. Then, September is covered, because I went to the Bariatric Dr. Then I just need Oct, Nov, Dec and then maybe I can have the surgery in Dec or January. I am really excited...and scared! But, I am using this time to try and wrap my brain around eating better. Smaller portions, healthier food, not drinking fluids while I eat and eating more protein...I hope they approve it! I need help!
amvg85

amvg85

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First Blog
 

Keep pushing!

Yesterday was a rough day. I felt really really hungry on this liver shrinking diet. Today is day 7 and I weighed myself and I am down 14 pounds. Seeing this really motivated me to keep pushing. I just want to encourage others that are at the same stage as me to keep taking it one day at a time. My surgery date is approaching soon yayyyy! Not only have I motivated myself but I have also motivated my whole family to improve their lives by eating healthy. We have set up a special day each week to talk about our weight loss journey. My family is a great support during this time. So all my fellow soon to be banders and those who are already banded lets continue to support each other. We all Need it. I pray everyone has a blessed day and KEEP FIGHTING!
DivaD50

DivaD50

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ldpbell's Blog
 

Almost two month post op

Four more days and it will be two months since the time of my surgery. I am down sixty three pounds..I don't think that is bad at all. I was in a stall or so I thought that was what it was. Went almost two weeks without losing anything. I was getting really disappointed. Then, I weighed and had lost another six pounds. I was happy again. I was beginning to think I was doing something wrong. Sometimes, I get constipated and think maybe that is what's wrong. I use to eat lots of veggies, but not, it is mostly protein. Then again, sometimes I thiink I am not going to make it to the restroom quick enough. It's a little strange but I guess it just takes getting use to. I have lost 63 pounds total since liquid diet before surgery. It will be two months on the 25th..I'm not too disappointed. I know I didn't put all the weight on over night and it will take time. Just get impatient sometimes thats all. I see how much everyone around me eats and I eat like three or four bites and thats it..just feels it should be a greater loss. I sometimes get this weird feeling, its not that I'm hungry, or indigestion, its just a weird like feeling. I can't really explain it, so I have gotten in the habit of carrying sunflower seeds around with me. I just suck on those. They have the flavored ones. It seems to help with the wanting food when I see others around me eating. That isn't all the time though, just some time. I know, I'm weird..right? lol ldpbell
ldpbell

ldpbell

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Learning to Love me <3
 

Reality

Tomorrow uhh well today I start my shakes and bars pre-op diet. I'm very excited that the surgery is almost here so I can get on with my life and do things I want to do and actually enjoy everyday as me. October Bandster's started a group and it will be neat to see everyone else going through the same stages as me and it will be nice to get helpful tips and tricks from others who are living the "same" life or who have gone through the process already!!!
funygurl

funygurl

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boshie's Blog
 

what was I thinking....

Where to start...   Well things are looking up again. After getting unfilled 4 months ago and gaining 22lbs. I can only point the finger at myself. I made a promise to myself that once i got it off I would NEVER go down that road again. Hmmm.... ate those words. When I started this journey i was in a size 26 pants. Could wear a 24 but the 26 gave me alittle more room if you know what i mean.? I was doing really good back in April of this year. I was in a size 10 and at 162 lbs. loven every second of it. My husband lost his job and we was about to loose our Ins. So i thought i better get one more fill for FREE before i loose it. UGH! why did I do that. After getting another fill I stayed sick. stomach became enflamed and had to get unfilled for a while. NOT GOOD FOR ME AT ALL!!! I lost all self control. Im talking about back to eating Mcdonalds, bread.... I can blame NO ONE but myself here. Went to the Dr. On friday was able to get a fill in my port that has done a 90 degree turn. Thank goodness this Dr. knows what he is doing and was able to put me back a 5cc. BOY CAN I TELL IT. yippy... Im back and working hard at it again. Size 10 here I come!   Peace~
boshie

boshie

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forensicmary's Blog
 

800 Calories a day till surgery!

Spoke with the surgeon's office today. Too many carbs in HMR protein shakes so I switched to Atkin's shakes. I had a headache all day. Carb withdrawal? I also found out I can only eat 800 calories not 1000 like I thought. Okay now I am hungry. I am confused about the carb intake preop so more exploring on that.   On a positive note I have lost 5 pounds so far. Oh I learned how to set up my weight loss ticker which is fun. I also am tracking on livestrong.com which has helped me log my water, exercise weight, calories, protein and carbs.   at lunch I went for a walk because everyone was eating pizza. I also walked for 40 minutes with my friend tonight.
forensicmary

forensicmary

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Texasbandit's Blog
 

Went to see my surgeon and healing period over!!!

Well well well according to my surgeon my healing period is 2 weeks. He said he has no idea where people get 2 months from. I should be losing 1-2 lbs per week period. I'm clear to lightly start lifting weights again. Yeah!!!!! No over doing it. I need to up my protein and I'm scheduled for a fill but only if I think I need one. I'm not sure yet.   So the whole crap about giving myself time to heal is what some have been told by other doctors. I guess I should have listened to him. I was told yes to give up the oatmeal or so it once a week. Excersize more and more water. I've been slacking on that. It feels good to get the green light.
Texasbandit

Texasbandit

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Courtney's Big Adventure
 

This is all happening so fast.

On August 15, 2011 I had a consultation with a bariatric surgeon and now my surgery is scheduled for October 10, 2011. In some ways things seemed to move along glacially and in other ways I feel like I just made this decision yesterday. I was blessed with a fairly easy approval process that hit some bumps in the road: 1. The psychologist that was supposed to do my psych evaluation went on vacation and no one bothered to tell me, and 2. My PCP office took 3 weeks in getting my paperwork back to my surgeons office because they lost the papers on 2 separate occasions. I know these are minor things compared to the hoops that other people have to jump through and I am blessed that my insurance coordinator was on the ball with everything. She even got the psychologist to call and apologize to me personally, while he was on vacation. She also managed to put the screws to my PCP's office and managed to get them to fax her the paperwork the same day she sent it. She is a rock star. Today my surgeon's office called me with my date and it was a lot sooner than I expected. I called my boss and she is willing to give me the necessary two weeks off. I am a little worried, because things are so weird at work right now, but hopefully it won't have a negative impact on my job. I am hoping that my mother, who lives 4 hours away will be able to come and babysit me for a week. It would be nice to have her around and I am going to need some help dealing with my three rowdy beagles. My husband and daughter are both going to have school, so it would be tricky for me to handle these things on my own. I did it last winter when I had a broken foot, but I would prefer to have a little help. I am excited, but I have a few fears. I have never had surgery before, so I am very scared that something bad will happen to me during surgery. I am terrified of leaving my daughter without a mom. However, that is also the reason I have decided to have this surgery. I don't want to have a heart attack in 5 years and leave my daughter motherless. She has assured me that my surgery will go great.
courtines

courtines

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newdes' Blog
 

One day till Surgery:)

Well, today I went to the hospital to get all the admission paper work done and blood taken. I am getting a little nervous now since it is soo close. I am on my liquid diet for three day which today is day two. Which is a little hard but i am getting by alright. It is really hard getting all the protein shakes down. But, I can tell you that Jillian Micheals protein mix isn't bad. I would love for you to give my any and all advice you have for before and after surgery.   thank you:)
newdes

newdes

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Chronology of my Journey
 

Another List - Farewell Foods

There seems to be a lot of controversy about taking a food tour before going “all in” to this surgery. I kind of understand why people feel that mourning foods is the wrong approach. After all, if a few months I’ll be able to eat anything I like, more or less. But for me, that is the point of one last visit – the foods on this list mostly represent unhealthy things that I am preparing to cut out of my life altogether, whether I can eat them or not in the future. And in some cases, I am trying to get a taste of the holidays that I might miss since my surgery is about 5 weeks from Thanksgiving. I have made my peace with my decision. I can’t help it if others feel my choices are unwise. So judge not lest ye be judged.   Here are the foods that I have said or will say farewell to before I begin my pre-op diet:   Bo Lings – Gong Bao Chicken Crab Rangoon   Margaritas – Puffy Tacos   Lulu’s Noodles – Drunken Noodles Rainbow Noodles Basil Rice Crab Rangoon Corn Cakes   Steak N’ Shake - Frisco Patty Melt Fries   KC Sushi – I-29 Roll and various Maki   Homemade – Chili & Store Bought Steak Burgers Mashed potatoes and gravy Hot rolls Tortillas Stuffing Apple Pie White Cake with white frosting Doritos Trader Joe's Na'an and Creamy Roadsted Red Pepper Hummus Starbucks – Pumpkin Spice Latte Eggnog Latte Gingerbread Latte
Holiday

Holiday

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Texasbandit's Blog
 

Oatmeal is the Devil!!!!!!!!!!!! I worked out today, ouch

Oh yeah its the devil. I've decided to stop eating it!! I think it is the source of my stall. Waaaay too many carbs for me. So yesterday was my last day. I'll just give the rest to my son. We'll see how this works. Today I see my dr for the first time since surgery. I was suppose to go last week, but last week was an utter meltdown. babystter almost passed out and had to go to the hospital. I totally freaked. I had to leave work early and stay home with my son until she recovered so there went my workout plans. Blah!   Im still angry about not losing. I feel like I have gained weight. I have stayed away from the scale, but I can feel my a** spread everyday. We shall see. I know I got a weigh in at the dr.'s. I'm terrified.   I worked out today. OWWW!! i feel a sharp pain in my side now. I just know I kinda over did it, but jesus a light workout feels like a waste of my time. I dont think 30 min of cardio would be that bad. Oh well I feel better now. Probably just rusty. The barbells are calling my name. I so wanna lift. I'm gonna ask my dr about that today. I know 3-4 weeks, but cardio for the next couple of weeks aint gonna cut it unless I do 60 min a day 4x a week. I have to feel the burn! Obsessive? maybe? I never said I was too sane. LOL!!!   I feel a bit weak. Maybe I should eat before lunch, but i'm not hungry. Bandster heck is terrible!!
Texasbandit

Texasbandit

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2FIT2BFAT's Blog
 

FIrst FIll and FOAMY

I had my first fill and cant keep down a tbl spoon of water without getting foamy and spitting up. My concern is hydration. Even 1/3 of a popicile is a chore. I understand there is swelling and will give it a couple of days, but am not feeling to great at the moment.
2FIT2BFAT

2FIT2BFAT

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Charmane's Blog
 

Lost over 5%

Well I have been on the Lean and Green diet for about 3 weeks now and when I stepped on the scales yesterday morning I have lost a total of 17.6 lbs, I am now over my required 5% for the surgery date. I haven't been to see the surgeon yet or had any of the tests. My husband and I are doing this together and I have to admit that since we are working towards a common goal that our relationship has improved. It feels good to lose weight I am hoping we both are approved for surgery.
CharmaneFischer

CharmaneFischer

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Texasbandit's Blog
 

Ok wow some seriously bitter people on here!!

Ok here we go. Jesus I didn't know some people get their panties in a wad over others threads. I didn't know that sounding like a bitter **** was just on par in someones postings on a message board. I came here for info, encouragement, boredom not to be talked to like I'm an idiot. I've done so well though. Not one curse word!! Normally I would tell someone to **** off. The point is if you don't have something nice or constructive to say then just hit the exit button. If you have no clue about a person then ask and don't assume you know. I'm new but I can read between the lines. Take your b.s elsewhere cause I ain't trying to hear it!!!
Texasbandit

Texasbandit

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