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I'm so sorry for dragging this post back up but I JUST saw it (way to go Renee for not reading ALL the threads on the forum lol). I plan to tell people that my family runs a drug cartel and that I just found out that speed does wonders for my metabolism. Seriously though, WHY would anyone have so little manners as to question you when you're doing good things for your body? Jealous much?! gah, I wanna go back in time and be with you so I can punch them in the nose for you! *hugs* Renee`

Update us Jen Jen! How are you doing? Renee` xoxo

sweetie you absolutely need to go back to the E.R. Don't be too alarmed with the high blood pressure, the body does that when it's in pain, mine has always been low but soared up there when I first got sick with fibro, due to all the pain I was in. You are probably very dehydrated, not getting in any Protein at all (are you drinking Protein shakes or anything?) and possibly suffering from malnutrition because of lack of nutrients. Please please go back and make them treat you! Tell them you want to see a patient advocate NOW and don't let them tell you no, you absolutely have that right! Renee

Most Drs call the honeymoon period the first 4 - 6 months. That's when the weight just melts away almost effortlessly. You absolutely will keep losing if you're doing the right things and from what I've read it sounds like you have been, it just slows down. Did you read the bottom of Dr. Aceves' page where it says approx. 96% of excess weight will be lost during the first 12 months? Don't worry, you'll do it. About it being harder to lose weight after a weight gain, I was just talking about this with Gabby this morning and she said it's mostly because people are the most diligent right after the surgery and then as time goes on, they slip up. They always will have the tool though, but they have to make the decision to get back to the basics and kick start it in again and thats hard for some people to to, get back in that mindset. Renee`

Price for VSG for the month of May is $8750.00 with Dr. Aceves!!! Either way, good luck on your decision and glad you've decided to post! lol

Dehydration will make you feel horrible, sip sip sip and get all your Protein in, even if you have to choke down nasty stuff, you'll feel better afterward. Really from everything I've read, just hang in there and don't scale watch. It gets a whole lot better as you go along! xoxo Renee`

Make sure you're getting all your Protein in, that will stall weight loss. The more protein you take in the faster and healthier you'll lose the weight. My friend bought me tons of New whey, 3.5 oz of liquid and like 42 grams of protein. 2 of those a day and you're rockin. Renee`

I don't blame you at all for not wanting to share a room with a stranger. I wouldn't do it either, but I'm a chicken lol Renee`

If it were me, I'd get my money back and find someone else. It sounds to me like he maybe doesn't know what he's doing with the sleeve and therefore leery of doing the surgery. RUN! I'd find another Dr. just my 2 cents. Renee`

Actually I saw the humor more than you know. I just blogged about silly putty cheeks earlier this morning / last night. Seems like we think alot alike. I would share more, but I don't want to be accused of hijacking your thread. Not that you made this comment, but someone did so I try to stay silent now. Renee`

These are the most important things you can give yourself after being sleeved. Protein will help you heal and ensure that you don't suffer muscle loss and as a bonus, it's critical for weight loss! The right amount of protein will also ensure that you don't suffer from malnutrition (hair loss, nail problems, muscle loss etc.) Water will keep you hydrated, your body NEEDS water as does your skin. It helps with skin elasticity and reduces the "saggies". It takes 2 YEARS after major weight loss for the skin to re-attach to the fascia, so don't rush to your plastic surgeon for a tummy tuck, wait and see what your body is going to do on it's own. Renee`

I will never understand this. I want so much to have my health back and my life that I don't give two shits about baggy skin. I'm not the same person I was before I got so sick, so maybe that's why, but I'll be glad to have my life to share with my kids for many more years to come. Jump on me all you want, it's happened before, but this kind of post is exactly what I blogged about this morning. btw, the more protein you get in the more weight you'll lose, the more water you get in, the less baggy your skin will be. It takes about 2 years for the skin to re-attach itself after major weight loss to the fascia so who knows, you maybe just look great after all and I guess as a bonus you'll have a longer life. Renee`

Surgery date May 25 with Dr. Aceves! I can't WAIT to get there and get on the road to HEALTH and longevity! I don't care if I'm pudgy or not as long as I'm healthy...that's my goal Renee`

From what I've read all over, you're supposed to do liquid, protein THEN carbs if you still have room. According to most, you won't have much room after the protein.

I would want other sources besides wikipedia. It's not always accurate and yes, I have first hand knowledge of the lies that can be posted there. Uncool.

oh man Michelle, you should have put this in the pre-op to make sure everyone can see it. I know almost everyone has this question, it's a good one! Renee`

To me it's about becoming healthy. I don't care really about how thin I get, in fact I'd still like a little flesh on me to fall back on if I ever get sick. I want to be the absolute best I can be and I'd love to be able to get off all these meds! Thanks for all the encouragement! xoxo Renee`

I think sometimes the people that have already had wls vs those of us that haven't yet had it is sometimes bad. I have no idea why, but I've met with alot of negativity and I just quietly walk away. To be honesty, its not worth my time or energy and I'm not interested in a pissing contest or a "my labor pains were worse than yours!" bs stories. I'm here because I'm fat and I'm looking for answers. Hold your head high girl, don't let anyone or anything get you down, you know what to do to get your body healthy, just do it. People love to rain on a parade for some reason, maybe they have nothing better to do. Rise above it and them. *hugs* Renee`

Actually I'd like to know who the surgeon is, just in case others are considering going there, myself included. I think it would help more in our continual research to find the best surgeon we can afford. just my thoughts. Feeling any better today?

I wouldn't make it. I'm planning my trip to mexico as we speak. My best friend (Asia Carrera) adopted me as her sister years ago and has set up a donation site for me so with her help, I'll be able to get my surgery. I'm blogging all about it, the good, the bad, the ugly and eventually the ugly side of people because that always comes doesn't it? Thanks for your reply and your honesty. I wish you luck and good health in your journey. Renee`

I didn't want to post too much here since I'm reading more and talking less. For anyone interested, I'm blogging all my stuff on my site this way if you want to read it you can, if not it's not here taking up space. http://www.skinnyrenee.com

I shared with everyone not to make anyone feel sorry for me or to say that's why I got fat, I shared to let you all know we're all in the same boat, and it should be a safe one. I'll just quietly go away now. Seriously, I apologize for thread stealing and sharing. I would have done it sooner, but I was out of town. It's taken care of.

It IS still major surgery, Apple-saucey, but it's much easier, less painful, less risk of complications and faster recovery time done lap. I can understand his concerns. They will have you sign a consent form before you go in for surgery, stating that if they run into problems and for some reason can't do it lap, that they have your permission to do it open.

holybananas, that's quite a few. I don't think I'd want to be his last patient of the day, just in case he didn't wanna be late for a golf game or something. All kidding aside though, I mean, surgeons get tired and burnt out and worn out too, right? Are you SURE about this? Like 100% sure? I'm kinda wanting to reach through the monitor right now and tug you back LOL Renee`

Health drives me. I want to be the best possible me, no matter what size I end up. I don't care about excess skin (saves money on silly putty...I wonder if I will be able to press my skin to the sunday comics and have it show up?), I want to walk and run and play with my friends kids and not be out of breath. When I have grandkids I want to have a lap to hold them on and read them stories. I want the damn kitten to stop trying to nurse on me and /or using my boobs as a ledge to trampoline off of to get to a higher place. See? my priorities are straight!