Nancy Rivers
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I'm not on the liquid diet yet, but after reading the posts on here, I thought I would order some of the samples to see what I would like. I realize that my tastes may change after surgery, but this will give me an idea at least. So, I figured I would try one a day or so until I go on the liquid diet (I ordered a lot of samples) when I know I'll have to up it. Today, I had the Syntrax nectar Twisted Cherry. I mixed the 26g pouch in with about 12 ounces of Water. First sips aren't too bad. No real bad odor and while there is a bit of an aftertaste, it's not totally disgusting. I actually like it. What kind of surprised me though was on this packet (which I got from Nashua Nutrition who said the whole packet was one serving), it said there were 4 servings in the packet! But, looking at the actual nutritional values, it indicates that there is 6 g Protein per serving - which taking the whole packet would equate to 24 g (and what I thought I was for a single serving). Is this typical - where the package labeling indicates smaller serving sizes than we are supposed to have?
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At any given moment you have the power to say: this is NOT how the story is going to end ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨
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I finally called it quits at 10:35pm at New England Historic Genealogical Society. Got a bit done today. Thanks to Gary Boyd Roberts, I have made progress on my Dutch ancestors - dicovering some German mixed in with them. Tomorrow, I will try out my wand scanner to make some copies and will hopefully return to the microfilms...
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aaaacccckkkk - I've been "Garried" with the promise of more yet tonight! But, it has lead me to more info on my Dutch ancestors!
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I was at NEHGS until about 10:45 PM yesterday. They normally close at 5pm, but were open until 9pm just for us. A couple of the genealogists stayed though later than that giving us some extra time. I wasn't the last to leave though. And I got through a fair bit of research - there's still a ton to do.
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Still at NEHGS one hour after closing (extended hours were supposed to end at 9pm) and getting extra one-on-one time with a professional genealogist! Woo Hoo!!!
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I now remember why I hate living in the city - it never sleeps! There is always loud activity in the alley behind the hotel (where my room is). I have the blinds turned so it blocks most of the light at night, but when daylight comes at 4:30 am - my room lights up big time. Sigh...
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Spent the afternoon transcribing death records of New Hampshire for Stiles. I really hope there are not that many more as I already have about 3 pages worth.
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It had been so warm when I left Cinci and I knew Boston was also warm, so I didn't bring my coat. Now, the local weather in Boston was saying it's in the low 50's - the next two mornings will be in the 40's. Highs only in the 60's. Good grief...
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SWEATING all the time.....
Nancy Rivers replied to becca2297's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Personally, this is the thing I am looking forward to the MOST. Sure, the weight loss will be nice, but I really, really want to stop breaking out in a sweat after 5 minutes of standing and be able to walk more than 1/2 a block without loosing my breath and dripping with sweat. Today, I walked from my hotel one block to a restaurant to eat (after deciding that the real restaurant I wanted to eat at was too far - another 3 blocks). It was in the high 50's in Boston today. I did not have a coat (silly me forgot it when I left Cinci). At one block, I was winded and dripping in sweat! Part of the reason I don't exercise is because when I get sweating like that, I can't stand it. I'm just TOO hot. So, yes, I am really looking forward to this "side effect"! -
It's very cool. I can't wait! As for a name - how about the Sparklers? Sorry, it's just the first one that popped into my head and frankly, I'm not that great at this....
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Good luck with the surgery tomorrow. I look forward to reading your posts!
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Made it to Amtrak station in Providence. Fist time both of my GPS systems failed. Good thing I could print directions at the hotel before I left.
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I DIVORCED MY SCALE AND MARRIED MY TAPE MEASURE!!!
Nancy Rivers replied to savedbythesleeve's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Wow - that is a lot of inches! Congratulations! My dietician suggests to only weigh once a week and measure monthly. -
BMI 29.9 no longer obese, 49 pounds lost
Nancy Rivers replied to groovearmada's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congratulations! That is great! -
Congratulations on getting the surgery done! I'm glad everything went well for you.
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Congratulations on getting the approval!
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Just got certified for Sleeve, and now I'm terrified.
Nancy Rivers replied to CodenameSpivey's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, your fears are normal. I'm going through the same thoughts since getting my surgery date a couple of days ago. I would actually be more worried if you were NOT having those thoughts. But you have made the decision to make your life better for yourself and your family. Just remember the reasons why you are doing this. Keep repeating them over and over to yourself. Heck, write them down and paste them in places that you will see them every single day. That is what is helping me. Congratulations on the new you! -
SURGERY DATE JUNE 10TH
Nancy Rivers replied to layloo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Glad to hear it all went well. Congratulations! -
Welcome to the forums. If you had your surgery the 23rd of May, you might be in the "normal" stall that happens around week 3 or so. It will pass. You are doing great though - lost 20 pounds! That's fantastic! Plus walking 2 miles! Wow - I would love to be able to say that in the future!
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Un-Sleeved Introduction
Nancy Rivers replied to momof2mms's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome to the forums. There is a wealth of information and support here. There actually is a section of the forums that is dedicated to self-pay and Mexico surgery. Check it out - I'm sure you'll find answers. I am also self-pay, but luckily I had the money saved up for it. I know a few people have used Care Credit, or other credit cards. Some have also been able to obtain personal loans. -
I have been trying to not stop at fast food places since meeting with the dietician for the first time on May 18. For the most part - I've been successful in that. I admit, I have stopped about 5 times during these 3 weeks and have ordered from my favorite take out 3 times. However, that's better than I used to be - I used to stop for fast food every day - for Breakfast and dinner and order take out for lunch every day. So, while I still have a lot of work to do to break my fast food habit, I still count this as a success. On Friday, I'll be leaving for a 15 hour drive (which I am breaking into 2 days) so I can get to Providence to park my car (since it is cheaper there than at my destination) and take a 1 hour train ride to Boston for a week of genealogy research. For the first time ever, I have been thinking about how I will eat during that drive. I spent some time today chopping up some veggies and putting them into ziplock bags for my cooler. I even put some bottles of Water in the freezer which I will then use to keep things cool in my cooler. I also made a batch of those cheese crisps that was posted in the recipe section for the trip (I had to try one - it wasn't bad). I am even planning to take some of my Protein samples with me so I can mix them on the run. I'll stop at gas stations along the way to get more bottles of cold water. While I am in Boston, I do plan to eat out each day - but I have already researched some restaurants that are in the area of my hotel that have healthy foods for not an outrageous price. The trip home will be more difficult - as I'm sure I won't have any veggies left then (and frankly even if I did, they would probably be bad). I realize I could stop at many fast food places and get salads - but I really do not want to do that because it will be too easy right now for me to order stuff I shouldn't be eating. I'm sure I'll figure something out for the return trip. I'm amazed at this change in myself already - and I haven't even gotten to the pre-op diet yet!
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Fast food places are NOT an option for me right now. The temptation is too great to order the bad stuff. Maybe eventually I can - years down the road. But right now, no - the last thing I need is that. That's part of the reason I stopped at Olive Garden - the meal wasn't too aweful. Tonight, I'm going to have dinner at Audrey's - which is part of the Johnson & Wales Inn in Mass. Should be good food.
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Made it to Seekonk, MA where I am staying the night at Johnson & Wales Inn. Tomorrow on to Boston and New England Historic Genealogical Society!