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Theresa,

Isn't tomorrow the big day! I am thinking about you tonight. I know you have done so well on your pre-op and will be thinking about you tomorrow. I have my bloodwork done tomorrow. You are one of my inspirations - you are gonna do great! Breathe and I cannot wait to hear about being on the "sleeved side." Prayers and hugs headed your way!

Theresa,

It went really well. My hubbie joined me and he feels better about the whole shindig. I am scheduled for 12/29 - that is just right around the corner! I am really excited, but scared too! I know you understand. The more I talk with Dr. Nicholson the more confidence I have in selecting him as my surgeon. Please let me know where you are in your journey....

Theresa,

Where is the meeting on 2/12 - is it where the info meeting was held?

Theresa,

I am just getting so nervous. I have fever-blisters, upset tummy. I know it is the "right" decision for me, but I am still scared. I am just hoping I keep it together. I don't want to chicken-out, but I swear I will want to bolt when I arrive at the surgery center. I know I will have a big, ole panic attack. I have not had to take Xanax in years, but I am seriously gonna ask Dr. Nick if he can give me a couple for the night before and morning of. The office does seem so busy. Sometimes I feel a little lost in the shuffle. Hang in there girl, you are almost there and in my prayers at night!

Theresa,

I was watching Biggest Loser and there was a quote from Jillian (who scares me only slightly less than having 1/2 of my stomach removed) which I am gonna hold onto until my surgery and I thought I would share it with you, too. She was telling one of the contestants as they were embarking for the home part of the show to "Feel the fear, move through it, and do it anyway....." That may not be exact, but it was something like that. And I thought, for me, even though I am scared SILLY, I will be regretful if I am still at this place 5 years from now. And, while there is a lot of trepidation about doing the "wrong solution," at least I am not doing the "same ole solution" that I know does not work - like yo-yo dieting.....[/font][/color]

Theresa,

Saw Anna today. Hope you are doing well, sleeping, breathing and healing! I have to talk to Bea tomorrow, my EKG was abnormal, so I am not sure where that leaves me..... I will post as I find out more.

Thinoneday,

I hope you are able to sleep well tonight, and I pray your tummy gives enough peace to rest. I am hangin' on to the faith that this too shall pass, but man o man it is a rough row to hoe. I have had a really hard time getting my fluids in, so I am off to sip, sip ,sip...

Tiffykins,

I don't think I am going to be able to make the Dallas get-together. I am bummed! My kids are both coming home for Easter, and we will celebrate it on Fri. and Sat., because my son will be on shift at the firestation on Sunday. I will definitely be at the next one! Thanks for including me! Had a recent celebration. Had blood work done and I am totally normal in all counts. I cannot even remember the last time my chloesterol and blood sugars were in normal ranges. Way better than before the surgery. Have fun!!!!

WingRider,

Good luck. I think we are sleeve Twinkies. I am going to be sleeved on 12/29 as well. Live in the Austin area, but traveling to Dallas for my procedure. Who's doing your surgery? Someone local?

Yep,

feel like total crap. I am weak, very sick to my stomach, and my left shoulder is on fire. Really feel like crud and oh, so miss my morphine drip. Gentle cyber huugs sent yourway.

b

Yesterday I was having a bit of a pity party. Just feeling like I would never feel “normal” again. I know it’s been less than a week. I felt like I was just swallowing one pill or protein.... Today I feel better, both physically and my spirits. Actually your email where you said you almost felt normal gave me a lot of encouragement. Iam going in to work tomorrow, but it is just a workday - no students. I have already set up a sub or Tues, Wed., 1/2Thurs.

I am doing the FP plan. I am pretty excited about drinkable yogurt & cannot wait to get to the mushies - just sick of the fake sugar taste

I "hope" Wed. to get the drain out? Figure I will call tomorrow. Thanks so much for checking in on me!

How are you doing?

14 days - you are golden, girl. The worst is definitely behind you now. Take it easy and it is smooth sailing! I am doing splendid. This week I had a great moment. One of my pre-surgery "bad" days was when I had went into the Gap and I couldn't fit in a pair of their jeans. The 14's were too tight, and they did not have a 16. So I left realizing I had become too big to shop at a "normal," non-plus size spot. Yesterday, I bought a size 8! Size 8! I am wearing a size 8 jeans tomorrow on casual Friday - does that rock or what! You are gonna be right there too, before you know it!

Anna, I am a self-pay too. That is why I am on a Tues., wish it could be on the Monday. I am off until the 6th and trying to decide if I should take an additional week. I so hope you are on the 29th too. I am excited, but scared and it sure would be nice to have you there! I am saying a prayer for you to be healthy and strong tomorrow. I know you are in good hand with Dr. Nick. Let us know how it goes!!

Anna, tomorrow is my pre-eval w/ Dr. Nick. I am hoping to do surgery on 12/29. I know you are planning do have your procedure done over the break as well. Have you nailed down a date yet?

Bea called and said that they had reviewed my EKG, and it was good to go. I asked if they felt that there was any need for additional tests, and they said no. So I guess that is good. Glad to hear you are keeping something down. How's your energy - are you still feeling puny? I would think with so little in your system, it would be hard to not just be exhausted. The drain does sound icky - do you have it for a week? Not looking forward to that. Is it in all the incisions or just the "big" one? How do you think the scarring will be. I have a zillion scars, but none on my tummy... well not for another week or so .

BTW, do you think we can find some burnt orange protein for the Rose Bowl?

Deb, How are you! I am great. I have had virtually no complications from my surgery and am really pleased with my weight loss. I have lost about 50 pounds and that puts me very close to my goal weight. Who would have thought a year ago, I would be here? I am maybe 5 lbs from goal. I do have a bunch of lose skin. I am having a tummy tuck on Friday and am as nervous as a cat on a hot tin roof about that. I hope this finds you well! I amlost hesitate to say it, but it has actually been way easier than I thought it would have been, you know? I SO HOPE I KEEP IT OFF THIS TIME! I do worry all the time about gaining it all back...., but that is a problem in my head and the surgery doesn't fix that, right?

FUN! Hope you had a great time. Did you have energy and could you manage your food ok while traveling? That is a big accomplishment! Hope to see you on the 10th. I am pooped today, went to the UT basketball game yesterday. What a game! A really busy day still takes it out of me, just woke up from a 2 1/2 hour nap and feel better!

Happy (almost) Birthday to YOU! I hope you have a spendid bday! I do not think I will be able to make the Dallas get-together on 4/3. Both of my kids are trekking to Austin for Easter, so I guess they will expect the "mom" to be around. I will be with ya'll in spirit! I hope there is another get-together in the summer. Hope you have a terrific birthday!

Hope this gets to you Anna. I did meet with Dr. Nicholson last Thursday and I am set. I am scheduled for 12/29. I am excited and scared stupid! I hope the excited stays stronger for the next month. How are things with you - are you de-banned yet?

How are you doing today? Just wanted to check in on you??

How did the DFW get together go? I am so sorry I missed meeting you!

Howdy, just wanted to say hi! No real happenings to report, just wanted you to know I was thinking of you. I feel like you and Anna are my Sleeve sisters, and Linda is my sleeve Momma. I feel really good, not quite "normal. " Eating some mushies, like hummus, and drinkable yogurt with cottage cheese, this morning I had thinned grits for the first time. I have to use MOM to move things along, but I think that will improve. I have two protein shakes a day, so my protein is good too. I hope this finds you well. You look like you are doing great!

I am eating way less. I am just focusing on eating good foods, and small amounts, but I have not been restricting carbs. Today I had some thinned grits for bkfst, a protein shake at 10ish, some butternut squash (V8, so yum!) soup for lunch, some drinkable yogurt w/ cottage cheese and 2 spoons of humus for dinner, and a protein shake about 8:00. I just had two spoons of sugar free jello and made me a cup of Sleepytime tea. I know that is not many calories, I think w/ the 43g of protein in the shakes + the cottage cheese/yogurt/hummus, I am OK on protein. But, all my other food was carbs. How does that look to you? The carbs help me feel "normal" energy, but I do not want to "stall." Hope this finds you well! Barb

I am going to head up either Mon. or Tues. - sort of depends on what time my surgery is on Tues. They are supposed to call tomorrow with a firm time. I am currently scheduled for 8:00, hope it stays that way, but another friend of mine had this and was moved to 2:00 the day before her procedure. I am at Forest North Medical Center. I think it is good you are at the hospital, in the unlikely event there is a complication. I will say a prayer for you tonight for a speedy recovery and good pharmaceuticals. Post as soon as you feel able. Best Wishes. Hook 'Me![/font][/color]