MINI-Me

Just put it in my queue. Thanks!

Best of luck for a successful surgery and uneventful recovery. Please keep us updated on your progress. Remember, the first few days are the worst & it gets much easier day by day ... (Promise!)

I was out of the office for 1 full week. Then, I returned for 1.5 weeks of 1/2 days. That was a tremendous help - you get really tired due to the lack of calories and such. I truly felt like myself at about a month out - no need for a nap after work, etc. Like you said, everyone is a little different. But 2 weeks or so should really do the trick. If you have to go back earlier, you can do it. Just be prepared for the low energy & don't plan a lot of after work activities.

Since I haven't taken any more of the medicine, the effects seem to have worn off - very weird few days though.

That is FANTASTIC!!!! So happy for you. Your goal seems definitely attainable. Go for it!

Congratulations! Isn't an amazing journey - isn't it???

Thrift stores have some awesome deals and if you look hard, some really high end items. It's great for dropping sizes quickly.

Thanks Jane ... I'm sporting one of those pair today at work. Feels great! 7 pounds to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just wanted to take a moment and say welcome. Feel free to post any questions you may have, rant/fume/vent ... we've all been there & hopefully we can give you the information and/or encouragement you need for your journey. Welcome!

First, take 10 deep breaths... Then, change that thinking! They are removing up to 85% of your stomach. That is an awesome thing. You are going to learn to eat like a thin person. Heck! You are going TO BE a thin person. You will still go out with your friends. You will still be you. You will just be a much thinner and healthier version of you!!!!!!!!!!! We all know the emotions that you are going through. But, if you read the posts about "Would you do it again", it's like 99.9% YES. Those are great stats. Can't wait to hear from you once you are a LOSER!!!!!! (Note - if this doesn't work, go back to the top & repeat the steps until you remember that you've done your research, you know this is for you, and you are calm once again! :confused1:)

Believe me ... the emotional roller coaster is just beginning. But, it's only a blip in time ... soon you will be sleeved and watching the pounds drop off like crazy! Congrats on your approval. (P.S. - I love your avatar!)

Maybe you can start a new fashion trend! :confused1:

Glad to have you join the "Losers". We are a great group and welcome you!

So, not really related to WLS, but for me, it kinda is. The night before my surgery, I was a bit jittery so I took a generic Tylenol PM to help me sleep. I slept a while, but then woke up with what my husband calls "jimmy legs" or restless leg syndrome. Yesterday, I had a rough day, felt a headache coming on, so I decided to take a few more & just collapse. Again, jimmy legs. Only this time, I'm still having them today. Ugh! I did some research on Bing and found that others have had the same reaction & it can last a few days. Definitely not taking that again! It's driving me nuts. I can't concentrate - I've taken a few walks around the ofice, but nothing is helping. :confused1: Any suggestions?

Awesome job!!! Hope to be joining you at goal (or below!) very soon!

Sorry to hear that Anna. Just remember, the hair loss is temporary. The weightloss is FOREVER!!!! Maybe it's time to make an appointment with a fancy hairstylist that can give you a new look for the new body & help camoflouge the area for now. Spoil yourself rotten!

Glad you are doing better. I remember that first month - boy, was it tough! Emotions ran all over the place. You are healing & your body is reacting. It will get better. Press on & lean on us for support.

I wonder if that is what helped me??? Both of us live in the Pacific Northwest where sunshine can be hard to find. I was put on Vitamin D and looking back, my sugar cravings have decreased. Hmmmmmm

Welcome ... and second Eureka-C. What do you want to know?

Sounds like you are well on your way to being a success at this. Congrats!

Can't say it's "Hunger" as in the old definition, but definitely know when I need to eat. I get an "empty" sort of feeling - hard to explain. Head hunger has definitely come back with summer - schedules are off, invitations to bbqs, and tons of sweets seem to be wherever I am. But, working through that. We CAN do this!!!!

I got the distinct impression that he doesn't expect any stretching, but didn't want to give a 100% guarantee. Know what I mean?

I think this is very true. If you snack all day or graze, you can fit in a lot of food and calories. Likewise, if you choose slider foods for your meals, those calories will just slide right in. There may be some slight stretching ... only time will tell. But, my doctor guaranteed me that I will never be able to eat a Red Robin Hamburger again at one sitting. And, that sounds good to me because pre-op, I LOVED the Whiskey River BBQ Burger! :001_tongue:

Thanks Anna. I'm feeling pretty awesome. Now that I am getting closer, I think I may drop my final goal to somewhere between 125 and 135. Not exactly sure where I will stop, but I'm sure my body will let me know. Hard to believe I am really here. Still trying to wrap my head around my new size. I truly think I would have flattened that hairdresser. Good for you for restraining yourself!

I am 6 months out, but occaisionally have an MGD64. It does leave you feeling very full. Just be careful not to pick up habits of eating and drinking at the same time - very easy to do with beer.