Brenda0600
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Hello.. Just wanted to start a Roll Call for all those who live in GA who may have had or recently considering the Sleeve. Anyone out there interested in signing up for a Georiga Sleeve:thumbup1: Club??
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Running Nose After Vs?
Brenda0600 replied to judy7120's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am approximately 2 years out and this appears to be very common. I've talked with a few folks who have experience the nose running. There seems to be no real answers for this, just a result with many who had the sleeve. -
Anyone In Their 40's Get Rid Of Saggy Skin/cellulite With Exercise?
Brenda0600 replied to sleeve 4 me's topic in Fitness & Exercise
Please let us know how Body Wraps are working. I heard of good noticeable results after a few series of them. -
Class Of 2010 Where Are You? And How Ya Doing?
Brenda0600 replied to sleeve 4 me's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm here from the class of 2010!!! Boy, what an journey!!!!! The amazing weight loss (from 306 - 176), lifestyle changes, eating differently, loss of friendships, image issues ( I still "see" a larger person on some days) and separation anxieties, it has been LIFE changing!!! I would not change a thing!!!! Lovin life and just trying now having my head catch up w all that has occurred!!! Blessings to everyone as we truly live a healthy more concious life to the fullest!!!!! -
This morning it just hit me!!!! NSV, I love towels!!! I mean seriously!!! A towel fitting around your body after a shower is a beatify thing!!!! Hadn't experienced that in sooooo long... who knew something soo simple would be so life changing!!!! LOL
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Hello Sleeve Family, I guess this would be a good time to report on progress as this is our one Month Surgiversay!! Well, started the journey on March 19 (294). Highest Weight (306).. However, I am happy to report that current weight is... drum roll.... curtain call.... standing ovations...(smile).... 182.6!!! Totally unbelievable!!!!! I just left Marcy's today in an attempt to sized for the new "girls".. (well, the girls know what I mean). (smile), Well, 38D from a 46FF (can you believe that!!).. Compliements are out of this world, my look has totally changed, somehow, I am a new person and I am enjoying the person that I knew I could be. Thank you all for your support, encouragement or positive thoughts along the way. I hope everyone is doing good and understanding the importance to live health, through our eating, since given this second change to do it differently and positively. Be Blessed!!
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Hello, I had my surgery in Mexico on March 19, 2011. Lived in Georiga at the time; however, I have recently moved back to Michigan. Highest weight 306, Starting Weight 294, Current Weight 182.6 Goal Weight 163. This has been one of the best decisions which I have made and my health is good. Looking for a VSG support Group in metro Detroit area to stay accountable with my physical/gym time. Anyone familiar with metro Detroit sleeve group(s)?
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i'm new! info about fairfax hosp in va or any program in maryland??
Brenda0600 replied to anninva's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
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Welcome to the Sleeve and the losers bench!! You are going to love this lifestyle and the changes which come along as a result. Sit back, ready alot and feel free to ask question if I can help. I am in VA and so it appears that we may be near. Be Blessed until next time. Brenda
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Hey Jules... How are you!! Miss you girl! We need to catch up soon.. I have moved from GA to VA (whew).. Life is good and I absolutely love the area and job. Write back soon.. Love you! Brenda
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Hey Skinny!! (smile).. How are you doing?? We need to catch up soon!. I am in VA now and loving it!! I am about 95lbs and still losing. I am working out still and loving that lifestyle as well. I know, it seems after weight loss, we just are soo busy living life and trying to enjoy life like never before. I start my new job on Monday(Oct.4) and looking forward to that. Let's catch up soon. Love you Jules!!
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Hello!! Congrats on the decision and weight loss!! Much continued blessing to you as you move throughout this journey. I have just moved to Fairfax, VA and had VSG in March, 2010. I am down a total of 95lbs. (Yahoo for me). Still losing and thankful for the surgery as it has been life changing. I am looking to connect with others who have had the same surgery. Feel free to inbox me or email me at Brenda0600@aol.com
Peace and Blessings!!!
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Let's count Dr. Aceves Patients!
Brenda0600 replied to Oregondaisy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Greetings Everyone!!! I just had to reply as I have not posted nor been in on the board in awhile. Of course, after VSG, it seems that sometimes folks are enjoying life soo much, time just seems to fly by. I had surgery on March, 2010 and started at 294 (which I could not even speak this number several months ago). Today (October 2), I am down 95 lbs which is just short of AMAZING!!. I feel good, just walked over 7 miles today with no problems, worked out after the walk and just seem to be living more now than I did 15+ years ago! Dr. Aceves and Dr. Campos were awesome!! Nina was a blessing! The entire Mexico experience was nothing short of remarkable!! As an healthcare professionally employed individual for over 20 years, I have never seen nor heard of the type of care that I and others recieved at this facility! It really makes one think about how our care, in the States, could be model after the folks in Mexico!!. I am forever grateful and thankful for a new life which has been give me! God Bless the entire staff with Dr. Aceves!!! :scared0: -
northern virginia sleevers?!?!?
Brenda0600 replied to anninva's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hello!! Just moved to Fairfax, VA (9/21/10) and had VSG (Mexico) in March, 2010. I am doing awesome and loving my new lifestyle. So far, 95 lbs down in a little over 6mths. I am looking for a support group in the area and would love to hook up and provide advice, counsel and/or support with others. Feel free to share information as to where the support group may be in the area. Blessings! Brenda:thumbup1: -
Hey March Babies!! Checking in and giving a update. Down 74 pounds!! Yes!! Scale pays Tricks on me going down a little slower these days and I'm working harder With my workouts to see progress! Yeah for us!!! :crying:
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I am having the same issue.. 5 weeks out.. and not a pound loss in the last week.. The first 4 weeks was awesome!! 33 lbs with no problems.. Help.. Help. Help.. intake about 600 calories daily, water intake about 40oz daily.. Help!!
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Thanks very much for this post!!! I am at the same point with a stall!! I am 5 weeks out and the first 30 days I dropped 33 lbs!!.. now, this week appears to be nothing and just has got be crazy!! I am following the rules.. Eating about 600 cal daily (if that), water intake 40 oz. Protein and fish has been the name of the game; but, things are definitely very, very slow now.. Any suggestions would be help.. ( I know, I trying not to become paranoid.. but, cannot help it. .:thumbup:
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Colon Hydrotherapy????
Brenda0600 replied to pnw218's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have personally had several colon therapies pre surgery.. but, just wondering how this would be post op. I am 1 month out and was thinking about 1 recently. I am not as regular as I was prior to surgery. Also, the experience is not as bad as it seems. It really is another option to cleanse and continue on a journey of healthy living. Yes, there are things on the market; but, they are not as effective as having gallons and gallons of water run through you like the colon cleanse. If anyone has had one post op, I would be really be interested in knowing how was the experience. Was it more painful or what?? Thanks -
Hey Jules!! How you doing girl... week 3 and its going well.. 31 lbs down and totally unbelievable. still not able to get all of the protein in yet.. I just keep trying.. Went back to work this week and trying to take it easy after work. Big girl naps help alot. Hope all is well with you and the family. Take care
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Hello all!! I had my surgery on March 19 and I am down 29lbs. Totally unbelieveable as I have never seen the scale move So' much in my entire life!! Besides battling a throat infection, which I am getting antibotics for that, I feel fine and can already tell this journey is going to be good!! Hope everyone is doing well!!
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Hello fellow Sleevers!! I had surgery on March 19 and I am down 29 lbs. Totally unbelieveable as I have never seen the scale move / decrease So much in a short amount of time! I am trying to get rid of a throat infection which is making things harder to eat. However, I feel good and back at work. I can already tell this journey will be life changing!!! Hope everyone else is doing fine!!!
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700 sleeves and no leaks
Brenda0600 replied to cajun's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just another echo here for Dr. Aceves!!! I was in the hospital the same timeframe has Julester and fell in love w him!!! I have worked in a various hospital leadership positions and without question found this hospital to be the best staff in terms of care, service and experience!!! When can anyone say that the actually enjoyed a hospitalization experience? Well, until I me Dr A., I can fully and equicovally say "I enjoyed every minute!!!" I would recommend him in a heart beat!!! -
Sleeve Date, March 19, Please describe the Pain
Brenda0600 posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Hello Veterans Sleevers.. Just trying to wrap my emotions around the pain which may be experienced. I have one child (23 years old) and still remember labor pains. Is the surgery pain comparable to child birth??? Also, are the drains normally removed before discharge. My surgery is with Dr. Aceves in Mexico. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks to all!!:001_tt2: -
Hello.. My surgery is scheduled for March 19, 2010. I am about to jump out of my with soo many emotions. Any support or Angels are certainly welcome. I fly out on March 18, 2010. Dr. Aceves, (Mexico).. Blessings to all Brenda
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Can anyone describe day TWO as everyone has posted that it is the worst. What would you compare this to?? Childbirth??? Hit by a Bus?? what?? (just trying to wrap my head around this before I am sleeved next week).. Thanks!
