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Blog 4214
 

My poor boyfriend

I just bit his head off for having pie and ice cream in the house....and then ordering pizza for his dinner!!! I told him it was okay but dang can you blame a girl for changing her mind? It all looked so good. I am still pre-op by the way so trying to lose those last 4 pounds! I told him that he HAS to help me. I don't mind him eating junk but single servings only so there is not enough left over. Sometimes my willpower SUCKS! I did really well for my frist two weeks on my pre-op diet. Did slimfast for the second week to jumpstart my weight loss before meeting with the surgeon. Now I am back to eating well. I think that it may take a few days to get back on the correct road. I just feel bad for my boyfriend. He is not having the surgery so he doesn't need to be cutting off his junk food. I hate asking him to, but he has been a sweetheart to help for the most part.
hugsamber

hugsamber

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Thoughts on my journey
 

Today is Sunday Oct 17th and I have made up my mind

So today is Sunday and boy did the good Lord do his work for me today. I happened to spot a post by Sandy who works with Dr Ramos-Kelly a surgeon I had read about but thought I could not afford. THey were running a special for VGS for Nov and Dec, unfortunately I am going in January so it would not apply to me. I though I would call Sandy and discuss the VGS and Dr Ramos Kelly anyways.   Sandy was awesome to talk to and she informed me that the surgery I wanted was not as expensive with Dr Ramos-Kelly as I had thought. He is certainly worth the extra $300 for my anxiety and peace of mind. Sandy was kind enough to "Test" my FSA Visa card to put my mind at ease about paying for this surgery with my FSA - and I wanted to know before I deposited pretax $5000 over the course of 2011 into my FSA account. It worked... did you hear me IT WORKED. Sandy ran $10 through and it went right through. Which means after Jan 1st I can have this surgery!   I did not want to take a loan or loan from my 401K if I did not have to. Also this way it reduces my taxible income by $5000.... horray! As soon as Dr Ramos-Kelly approves my I am going to make my deposit and get my date held... January 6, 2011 sounds like a very good day ... Happy New Year to me!
Kimmes

Kimmes

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Blog 86821
 

14 days post op- completed 5k walk today!

I am now 14 days post op. I have been eating soft liquids/pureed meals. Mainly creamy soups, yogurt, refried beans (thinned), and of course lots of protein shakes. I was able to complete a 5k walk today. Yay! I wasnt sure I could make it but with everyones encouragement I did it. Someone said I should train for the 1/2 marathon walk in May ??? Got me thinking. :-) I have been ok other than this horrible itching around the areas where the steri strips used to be at about day 8. OMG! It was horrible. I thought I would rip my skin off. I tried everything and finally got some Hydrocortisone cream and 3 days of Prednisone to calm it down. It is much better now. I definately feel more restriction in the morning. And in the evening I am hungrier. I am trying to stay on the prescribed plan and to eat very slowly. It is hard,. I think the swelling is starting to go down post op inside and I feel less restricted. I cant wait for a fill but that is in two more weeks. :-) Tomorrow I am supposed to be able to start things like tuna with mayo etc. :-) Its a good day!:thumbup:
Mishay36

Mishay36

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Blog 96827
 

My "Tree" wants to feel 28 again...

10/17/2010   Well I am now officially getting bummed about not hearing ANYTHING from the hospital where I saw the MD, did the psych eval, saw the nutritionist x 2, have called 3 times, e-mailed them 2 times and NOTHING!!! I have decided not to get super discouraged, but find myself not wanting to write in my food journal consistently, "thinking" about exercising now, and in general, just feeling kind of discouraged. I know from the other blogs, etc. that sometimes it can take a LOOOOOOONG time for this to happen, but would really like some sort of response from Cigna and/or the hospital. Will keep "shaking the tree" until I hear. :thumbup:
higgikd1

higgikd1

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Blog 100399
 

The WEIGHT is Over!!!

Tomorrow is my big day...pardon the pun but the weight is over in more ways then one! Thank the baby Jesus!   I haven't been waiting for this moment for seven months & now that it is here I am getting a bit nervous.   Should I be standing in a corner shaking like a leaf or should I just run a way like a scared dog with my tail between my legs.   I have prayed, had my husband light a candle for me at church, and even went as far as telling everybody my last dying wishes.   OK...I am totally over the top and need to calm my ass down and stop thinking. Just wish my head was like a light switch and I could turn it off.   My house is clean...my kids are clean...the laundry is done....and I have even cooked food for the first three days of next week. I could almost jump out of my skin.   Did I also mention that I am friggin starving? This liquid diet sucks. Kind of unfair when you think about it...when you go in front of the firing squad they give you a last dinner. How I would die for a last meal! But as we all know tomorrow I face my banding squad & no one even asked what I want for a last meal! LOL!   Pizza, fried calamari & a huge tossed salad! That would be my final meal. Oh and maybe a piece or two of sushi! But the reality is that the closest I will get to pizza & a salad is a glass of V8. ANd as far as the fried calamari & sushi...well I will just have to dream about it and when I am drinking my protein shake & chicken broth imagine lobster tails & filet mignon.   I will post my progress as much as I can and give you updates. The one one thing I am going to really try to do is tell YOU my experience how it made me feel and exactly what it would be closely related to...a point of reference lets say! I always thought that would be helpful and not many people do that!   Ciao for now.....
BRINA913

BRINA913

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Blog 103576
 

Almost cancelled...

So yesterday was a BAD day for me and if my flights weren't booked I would have cancelled the entire surgery...I am panicking because of reading those post where they have troubles from slippage, flipped ports, not losing weight...you name it, I am over thinking this! My husband is SO supportive and he laughs sometimes because he said the same thing...just go with it and everything will be fine! I am not sure about that after reading all of these post though...anyone else feeling like I am??? My surgery is set for Nov 17th in Mexico and I have a GF coming with me because she had it done there too!!!   Any help on how to calm down and not think this to death???
Jessistt

Jessistt

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Blog 97778
 

Hunger has returned.

Hi everyone, I had surgery almost three weeks ago . I have lost 23 pounds. Yesterday for some reason I went from liquids and mushy foods to a chicken nugget and a few cookies. I feel like i am totally hungry. Then I woke up this morning and started snacking again. I almost don't feel any restriction.. I go at my month appointment. I guess I need a fill. Has this happened to anyone else?
juliecook

juliecook

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Blog 95742
 

This Is It!!!!!!!!!!!

OK So I have been waiting for this day since July 20,2010 when I went to my seminar,fought my PCP,Sooo many tests,getting papers faxed,waiting,& waiting getting a surgery date,THE LIQUID DIET for TWO weeks, So tomorrow is the BIG DAY,Oct. 18,2010 I have cleaned the house,went grocery shopping,did the laundry,packed my bag just in case I have to spend the night,I AM SO SCARED my hubby is excited & keeps telling me to calm down & how proud he is of me for fighting and getting this done for me in spite of all the obstacles that was thrown in front of me UGH!! Pray for me.:thumbup:
lnhardemon

lnhardemon

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Blog 63001
 

Thanks to my bro!

Another great day at the gym! I have to admit I didn't want to go today but thankfully my brother encouraged me to do so. He went with me and we worked hard but also enjoyed the time together. I'm glad he is supporting me through this journey.   I can't wait for my apt. complex office to open...my turbofire set is here!
meltingaway72

meltingaway72

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Blog 90427
 

Last Time

At work on Friday the woman I have given all of my over sized clothes to handed me 2 coupons for the Avenue. They are having a huge sale this weekend - 31% off everything in the store, off your total purchase, including sale items. This will probably be the last time I have to shop in a big-girl's store.   I went yesterday to the Avenue near my father-in-law's place and got 3 tops in an 18/20. I really liked the tops and especially the price, so today I went to a different Avenue near my house and got 3 additional tops in an 18/20 and 2 in 14/16. I figured, why not? I'll eventually fit into them, right?:thumbup:   I had just finished at the gym, so I was all sweaty and couldn't try anything on, but I am a firm 18/20 right now. I remember just a short time ago being a 26-28. I weighed in today at 212.2:thumbup:. Just 2.3 to get out of the double digits. I can't wait. I count 10 lbs at a time, so 209, here I come!   You can get your own coupon at www.avenue.com. Today is the last day of the 31% sale, so if you need some new things at a really great price, check it out.   Have a great day everyone. :smile:
Bklynike

Bklynike

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Blog 102607
 

Just over a week to go!

My surgery is scheduled for Oct. 26, 2010. I am excited right now, preparing my postop meals (stocking up on clear fluids, jello, etc.) I am a hardcore Diet Coke addict, and I have been cutting down, but I am worried about what I will drink after the surgery (aside from water, of course). I purchased a new coffee maker and am stocking up on different kinds of coffee, decaf, flavored coffee.   I have been trying to get in a little better shape before my surgery, and have started jogging a little bit (couch to 5K plan). I know I will have to stop for a while after the surgery, I am guessing about a month before I could do anything too strenuous. I plan to keep walking, though, and then start my couch to 5K all over again when I am cleared to exercise. But, hopefully it will be a little easier then because I will be lighter!   I am not taking any time off of work. Because I am an RN, and I only work part time, my schedule is very flexible and I was able to rearrange my schedule around the surgery so that I have almost 2 weeks off before I have to go back. I am hoping that that will be enough time. I know I won't be able to do any lifting for a while, but I think I can do my job adequately with that restriction for a couple of weeks.   I know everyone says that you only lose about 55% of your excess weight with this surgery, but it seems to me that, reading blogs and even looking at scientific research that people are able to lose close to 100% of their excess weight. Which, of course, is what I really want to do. I know it will be a journey, however I have lost weight in the past (haven't we all). I know I can be successful at weight loss, and I love exercising, and I am just feeling very hopeful right now.   The thing that makes me most hopeful is reading blogs of people who had the surgery a year or 2 ago, and hearing them talk about how they don't "diet" anymore. When I think of dieting, I just think of a life of deprivation, always anxious and craving. Instead, this is supposed to be more gentle, isn't it? Still eating different things, but only small amounts, feeling full for a long time on a small amount of food, not making myself crazy. It sounds awesome and I can't wait.
evvie

evvie

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Blog 91504
 

looking for people in bakersfield area...

Hi, my name is Leticia Paredes. I live in Wasco, ca that is 30 mins. a way north of bakersfield, ca... I was wondering if anybody wanted to get together.. like a meeting place in Bakersfield... for a lap band support group.. i have my surgery date on Nov. 19,2010... :thumbup:
lparedes

lparedes

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Blog 102919
 

Successfully Banded 10-15-10

I cried the entire time in pre-op. Everything was running through my mind...what if I don't wake up, what if I fail at this, what if my liver hasn't shrunk etc. My doc was great & he and my anthesiologist assured me that I would be fine & that they would take very good care of me...which they did.   1 day pre-op and no hunger, desire to eat & I was able to go to my 7 yr olds football game today. I feel great. A lil pain like I've been doing situps but nothing unbearable. Slight tightness in the chest from the gas they blow in your stomach. I'll work that out though.   On the road to Healthier & Happier Life!:thumbup:
naya1003

naya1003

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Blog 103245
 

Surgery and The Day After

Yesterday was my surgery (10/15) performed by Dr. Nirmul and his crew.   Up until going in to pre-op I had zero anxiety. However, when I got into pre-op and they put the IV in, the reality of the situation set in. Fear of coming out of surgery and if I'm going to have any pain. Also in pre-op my husband met the surgeon and liked him very well.   Once I got wheeled-in I remember transfering to the operating table, and then waking up in recovery.   My husband said that once I left for the operating room only 45 mins passed by.   But it was the recovery room that I felt miserable. Not from the incisions, punctures, or the gasses in my body ... but a raging headache.   My oxygen levels were low therefore the team thought it best for me to stay overnight.   I slept for about 15 hours in the hospital. I woke up to go to the bathroom and take a walk a few times.   To my surprise I had and still have zero discomfort from the incisions. I'm on day-two and I simply feel the headache.   The minute I walked in the door, I headed for our fridge and opened it. I reminded myself that it's another bad habit I need to kick.   Today's picture is me @ 265 lbs.
karlenekarma

karlenekarma

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NewNancy's Blog
 

New Beginnings to Old Habits

In 2007 I was told that due to my previous abdominal surgeries there was no way Dr. Stellato would perform a gastric bypass surgery on me. Then a few short months later after a possible ovarian cancer scare I had another abdominal surgery requiring Dr. Stellato to repair an abdominal hernia. This didn't go well at all, and like Dr. Stellato had feared, I developed an infection and subsequently remained in the hospital for 6 weeks. He commented to me that I might as well of had a gastric bypass since I was going through exactly what he had feared! At that time I weighed 360 lbs. After surgery I was down to 330 lbs and at 4 months post op I had dropped to 299 lbs.   Two years later I was back up to 340 lbs when I had to have the previous surgical area repaired and 4 months later I abcessed and was reopened again with a staph infection. The plastic surgeon told my husband if I didn't get the weight off I would not be around in 5 years that my numerous abdominal surgeries had so weakened the abdominal wall that any future problems may not be resolvable. They would be out of options. This totally freaked my husband out so we again sought the surgeons opinion about WLS. Dr. Saber was now filling in for Dr Stellato and after reviewing my abdominal surgery history told me flat out he would not do a gastric bypass or lap band surgery. However, he was convinced a gastric sleeve surgery would work and be beneficial for me. Course that was the only surgery not covered by my Aetna insurance.   Several months later I get a phone call from Dr. Saber's office telling me Aetna now covers gastric sleeve and Dr. Saber wanted to get me approved for the procedure. Within a month I was approved and have been to three months of nutrition classes and pre op class. My surgery is scheduled for October 27th. At this point I am now down to 304 lbs. Dr. Saber require
NewNancy

NewNancy

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Special weekend edition...

Well, I got the big haircut today. There were piles of hair everywhere! I would post a picture of the winning style, but I can't. My wonderful stylist of 15 years went rogue. Chop, chop, chop. After venting to my mom for 30 minutes and crying about it for an hour...I took a shower spruced up and starting looking at it objectively. What I was originally seeing was just short hair. My mind was screaming "boy", "butch", and "soccer mom". Sigh. All of the pictures I had were of medium length. Short in the back but with the sides and top long so it was roughly all one length. What I got was short all over, just shy of a pixie cut. I am proud of myself because I did express my displeasure and did get her to get rid of the scary "roundness" of it all. She did admit that she cut it too short on top, but I can't get too mad at her. She has been an AWESOME stylist for so many years. I think she may have been distracted today because she had to tell me she was dropping me as a client. I knew it was coming because she has been wanting to scale back. I wish she wouldn't have been so nervous about it... :-) Ha! Anyway, now that I look at it, it is a cute cut. Just VERY short. Thank goodness I'm 75 pounds lighter and feeling better about my body. This cut last year would have put me in the looney bin, i think. I tried to take a picture but I can't get a good one of myself. I will try and have someone take one on Monday. I guess one silver lining is that it is going to inspire me to lose more weight just to stay confident with it. All in all, I wanted something different to emphasize my transformation and I got that. It certainly makes a statement. I'm determined to make that statement "I'm a confident and sassy woman!" and not "I hate my hair." Have a great weekend! Beth
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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Blog 99592
 

5K Race for the Cure!

I am so happy that I completed my first Race for the Cure today! My mother would be so happy to see me walking in her honor and not giving up no matter how bad my feet and knees hurt. I hope to be in better shape next year to actually run!:thumbup:
Noturningback15

Noturningback15

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Blog 3573
 

" I Just Realized ME!

:rolleyes:I always knew I was big and just went on with my life, and no one ever said anything fearing they would hurt my feelings. So I covered up all the pain with of course "Pain Pills".So this goes on for a while and life goes on. I had recieved a little extra change so I wanted to paint my apt. (which havent been for yrs), and had to move my china closet which is made with glass.So to make a long story short, I was forced to look at what was sitting with me.....I have never been so hurt as to how I have let myself neglect Me....Maybe if I would have listen to my doctor instead of the pain, well to be honest maybe the Mirrior is what I needed.Things happen in misterist ways. So, I meant my surgent on Oct.1st. and I was 352.2 lbs.,2 weeks later I went to my primary doctor and weight 343lbs. Then I meant with my nutritionest Oct.15th and weight 342lbs. I made sure and cleaned my refrigerater and put in all healhty food, and look at the weight I lost.I just have to express myself to someone even on here, for I live alone and going throw this by myself. So if anyone can understand where I am comeing from , please reply....Elite53 and loseing..... P.S.- my surgery is in March 2011... Good Luck All
elite53

elite53

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Blog 97014
 

Yeah Onederland!!!

It was slow going, but I'm there! 198.5 this morning! I started this journey 7/13/10 at 240, had my surgery 7/28/10 and I am so thrilled with my progress! I feel stronger every day. My happiness about my weight this morning made it a snap to snub the breakfast tacos hubby brought home and choose a plum instead.   Thank you God!
Seanamw

Seanamw

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Blog 4242
 

Met with Surgeon

So today will probably be my last entry on this web site since my surgeon Dr Baggs and I decided the Gastric Bybass would be the best option for me. I started this journey on Sept 27 and started at 221. I weighed 205.2 when I met with Dr Baggs and he was wonderful. He has a great since of humor and he did my appointment and my daughters together since she came in with me on my appt (2 for 1) how's that for taking care of us. My daughter is having the sleeve, so I will still check this site from time to time to help her with her journey.   I am excited to be going through this with my daugher, we attended orientation together, our surgeon appt and have psch appts on the same day and Dr Baggs even said it's a possibility for us to have surgery on the same day. We are both 4 lbs from our surgery goal! The sleeve is the best decision for my daughter, however with my struggles the Gastric Bypass gives me the best chances.   Good luck and much success to all you sleevers, I hope my journey will be as successful.   Amber, I am right there with you throughout the entire process and always - Love you - Mom
Lemon Drop

Lemon Drop

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Blog 89559
 

First Business Trip (Almost 5 Months Out)

First plane ride - check First full week away from home - check   Had a moment of tears filling eyes when I got in my very own seat with its very own armrest down and FIT. Snapped the belt shut with about 6 inches remaining. Tray table went down with room to spare!   Stood at a trade show 8 hours a day. So not tired we walked from the hotel to the Exhibition Hall each way each day in the 95 degree Phoenix heat. Worked out twice on top of all that (still on C25K program), carried boxes, cleaned booths, went to events and still not tired and no swollen ankles.   Thank you Dr. Oliak. Thank you Blue Cross, Thank you friends and family, Thank you me for doing this. Thank God for the blessing of health recovery and peace of mind.   I am a different person than I was 6 months ago. Could NEVER have done it without the surgery, the support, the information and the motivation. Love you all!!! :thumbup:
sandradee0124

sandradee0124

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Blog 93702
 

I Signed up for a 5K Run - What Have I Done?

I decided I needed a challenge in my exercising. I heard about a 5K run on October 30th, so I signed up for the event! On October 28th, I will pick up my runner's tag, number, T-shirt - and the "goodie bag" - whatever that is, LOL.   They asked for my T-shirt size, and I hesitated because I didn't know if I needed a Large or Medium (OMG - no longer need an extra-large!). So I ordered a Large just to be sure, but when I get there to pick up the items, I will see if the Large is too big for me, and I'll get a Medium. What a dilemma - LOL.   The funny thing is, I'm not a runner LOL. I am a walker - I walk three miles every day and I decided I wanted to push myself, so I signed up for the race. My husband and daughter asked me if I expected to come in first, second or third - I told them I just wanted to come in alive! The average time to run 5K is about 1/2 hour - I told my family that if they don't see me at the finish line in 1 1/2 hours - come looking for me - I'll be out there somewhere! GRIN.:thumbup:   So between now and, when I go for my walk every day, I'll step up the pace and run! Pray for me!
Debra G

Debra G

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