ProudGrammy

@@cslove happy surgiversary 124 lbs gone (don't look at me, i didn't take them LOL) new activity you enjoy (bicycle riding) new friends with same common interests flying is physically, mentally no more problems seat belt extender out the window!! looking, feeling great - doesn't get better than that dealing with your triggers (addictions) with certain foods is half the battle look at all those NSV's you just had two major plastic surgeries!!! wonderful since you didn't say otherwise - you must be feeling pretty well normal side effects of some temporary pain, discomfort your transformation pics are great keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life i know you will kathy congrats

@@FabFemale you are following plan only way to go!!!~ you are aces!!!~ nice pics i love your 2nd hairstyle keep up the good work kathy congrats

hey dude you are doing great your measurements/loss of tummy are fantastic i see you have a neck too drinking a Protein shake to your new healthier, happier, longer life keep up the terrific job - i know you will kathy congrats

@@teedsg have you met with office/dr yet?? are you a n official patient yet? if you haven't done anything official yet with doc - i would look for another doc not a good sign being unable to reach office you might have a physical problem you have to talk about PO immediately or any basic question, or possible problem in action nutrition problems etc they don't reach you - oh no imo -not a good sign if they don't act quicker to a "cry for help" of a phone call many good docs in the sea - and operating room LOL good luck kathy

@@luvelye1101 Congrats on your approval - oh happy day but..............being realistic Money situation can be hard for many whatever you have to pay, its worth the money 10 times over talk to medical office about payments drawing from 401 K is NOT the best idea "they" say you are just repaying your account so it's no big deal not true - there will be A LOT of tax situations/problems borrowing from 401K is not advisable !! use 401K as a last resort i would GIVE you the money if i were a millionaire, unfortunately........... check all over for help - look under rocks too good luck kathy

i've said this before, but it's worth repeating recently i went flying (my arms were soooo tired LOL) i used to freak out when i had to sit in middle seat of 3 uncomfortable for me and others now i just plump my little tushy down in the seat i have plenty of space around each side of my rear end!!! oh happy days!!! kathy

@@VanessaVSGforme if you feel as good as you look wow you must feel awesome woo hoo! party dance, party dance glad your sciatica is gone i have experienced it a couple of times ohhhhh no, the pain!!!! would you fix your profile maybe add a ticker too SW?? CW?? keep up the great job for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life kathy congrats

@@spunkyheather many newbies get extra frustrated if they don't see scale move daily if you weigh daily you will SEE the scale not move (if that's the case) upsetting!!! if you weigh once a week - hopefully the # will change after one week in other words you won't see that you haven't lost weight one day the first year i didn't do scheduled weigh ins every 2-3 day i would weigh in 4++ years later GOAL now i weigh myself daily for ME, that works i have heard from OP that weigh before and after going to the toilet !!! ) not kidding!!! LOL whenever you get on the scale, it's your decision don't listen to anyone else (except me of course LOL) good luck kathy

hey dude no money, no tummy, no brainer LOL did you lose your mind along with those 147 lbs??? only teasing!!! i would run to the OR!!!! are you afraid to have PS? worried about pain etc if you are, you wouldn't be the first or last to have those thoughts after PS checks you out, if he sees no problem with PS now - go for it if he says you must wait a few months, that's ok too i'd bite the bullet and have that tummy tuck yesterday you'll look "HOT" on the beach too good job good luck kathy congrats

@@heather5565 show off!!!!! just kidding bud LOL LOL only closed my eyes for a second you lost more weight when i wasn't looking!!! happy for you and your success sad for ME I'm seeing less and less of you keep up the good work i know you will kathy congrats

@Armygalbonni i think for many (me) not drinking while eating is veryyyyyy hard i always drank while i ate since i was a little newbie 62+ years ago!! LOL i remember mom's breast then baby food like it was yesterday help for not drinking while eating?? Just Say No !!!!! easier said than done don't have Water et al around you while you eat if anyone else around you has a drink.... throw it in their face then duck!!! LOL in all honesty, don't expect or ask others to follow how you eat or drink OP reducing their intake around you is helpful/easier for you - buttttt there is no reason for them to HAVE to eat, drink like you (except their health!!!) not drinking while eating - the more you do it the easier it will get (kindof ) at 4++ years PO - i will have a few sips while eating, and drink sooner than later Do as i say, not as i do!!! LOL happy November surgery day speedy recovery good luck kathy

@@bdejong LOL !!!!~ been their done that!!! its the "little" things in life that make you/me/all happy!! bless those little things!! I see many more funny/good/"interesting" NSV's in your future kathy congrats

@ two weeks off sounds like a frequent response works for many your body will be the official "leader" telling you when you are able to return to work many OP don't have the luxury to take as much time off as they want/need if you must return to work sooner than you like - try 1/2 days i returned to "work" the next day i am happily retired!!!! good luck to you and your new sleeve speedy recovery kathy

@@northstar9148 many people don't like water (i love it) i'll tell you what i would say to them Deal With It !!! Get Over it!! liquids are essential in this program "normal" people should also be drinking 64 oz a day I have heard here that many people drink Chrystal Lite i guess it does have "fake junk" in it, but..... my NUT says to count my 11 oz Protein shake as a liquid it also has 25 gr protein, so that's great milk, tea (no soda of course) hopefullly you'll get other suggestions constipation?? never had that problem - good luck with that scale not moving is a bummer but that problem can happen periodically clothes are fitting better / great take your measurements about once a month you'll realize that you are losing inches - even if not weight but it all comes out in the wash - you will lose weight too good luck bud kathy

@@Armygalbonnie exactly right!!! you are doing great practicing before your WLS!! losing necessary weight is great!!! working on when to drink, when not to? you said "haven't had any sugar since August 1st" good for you at some point, you can allow yourself a bite or two of cake if you can control yourself to stop then many abstain, not sure they can handle a JUST little bit i frequently will abstain from a goodie i love don't like to tease myself with a little bit - but that's just me did you know that patting yourself on the back is good for you too you are exerting arm around back and motion hitting back LOL must count as "some calories"??? hmmmm!!! keep up the good work, attitude/determination you've got a lot going for you kathy

@@BobbyMacNCheese no expert here don't think it's possible to gain 10 lbs in one week just because you haven't exercised hopefully you are feeling better get back to your normal routine of Water, Protein - exercise etc things will "probably" turn around for the good sooner than later!!! don't worry tooo much it causes wrinkles!!! as @InnerSurferGirl said ..,.,,... (she is one of our registered smarties !!!!! - (seriously) " "Not knowing what your illness is, if you are concerned, you may want to run this by your doctor." btw - 400 to 185 (195) is amazing that's terrific kudos take care good luck kathy

oh, oh, oh no stupid questions, especially concerning WLS NSV - no small victory??? interesting thought/reply Beeep, Beeeeep WRONG answer - sorry @@GACaldwell gave the right answer NSV - Non Sleeve Victory confetti thrown up in the air she wins a months supply of GNC Protein bars!!! kathy

@@TracyBar we shrivel up and die!!! LOL i don't plan on getting older !! LOL low appetite - don't think that's gonna happen either!!! ok being serious now (hard for me!) thought i heard it all this is a question i never thought of before i don't think most people do think of it you "sound" like a youngun concentrate on today, tomorrow way future is just that - no need to dwell on it now you have many more important problems to think of !!!! take care continue your research, reading knowledge is power kathy

@@GACaldwell you have a great attitude some people want things right there and now doesn't happen that way with weight or life this is a marathon, not a sprint 23 lbs down living in onederland blood pressure and inches down finding your neck ring fitting success with riding eliptical wow - all those NSV's in one month!! you'll have many more NSV's in the future as you lose weight!! keep up the great job!! kathy congrats

hey tex great success story!!! you LOST 85 lbs but you GAINED a lot more keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life i know you can/will kathy congrats

@@atontor hey dude 120 lbs gone!! (don't look at me, i didn't take them!! LOL) how much is pre-op??? you look amazing on the beach!!! such a cutie!!! keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life kathy congrats

@@biglady904 i think that is a personal question!! I don't even know you!! you seem nice enough so i'll tell you i hate sushi!! There, now you know!! LOL "cravings", hmmmm, how long?? 9 months?? good luck kathy

@@MSer07 not me bud just wanted to say hi and welcome to the board people are here to support one another give valuable info like "what do eggs and our mind have in common??" give up? the answer is............ they are either cracked/scrambled or both LOL talk to your PCP about MS and surgery. hopefully you will get the go ahead from him. maybe your regular doctors have already approved you?? just waiting for official OK from ins co saying "go for it" (sleeve) just starting the process?? exciting times ahead watch u-tube about WLS read as much as you can knowledge is power ask your normal and abnormal questions too we've heard them all!!! LOL have fun jumping the hoops of insurance good luck kathy

@@magoosmom you said - "constantly burbling. I am really glad no one is around to hear it" actually bud, i didn't know it was you but i heard you loud and clear!! LOL. burping is very common PO for awhile this happened to me too you probably heard me too!!!! if this is the worst thing in life - all is good don't worry about it many people sneeze/sniffle too never understood that on a regular basis, this will eventually stop but at 4+ years it will still happen to me on occasion 48 lbs down you are doing terrific keep up the good job kathy congrats

@@TiredOfMyself i chose the sleeve over the bypass for various reasons main one being my gerd issue the weight comes as it does with GP get your facts straight read, talk to many Knowledge is power after all is said and done....this is a big decision only YOU can make good luck quick hijack @RJ'S/beginning @gowalking @RJ'S/beginning peek a boo!! @RJ'S/beginning nice to see you two it's been a while hope all is well ok, back to scheduled program already in progress sleeve/bypass decisions, decisions!!