CVWillis

I'm one day post-op and I feel like a million bucks. I'm sore of course, but I haven't taken any pain medicine all day - I figure if my menstrual cramps were this bad, I wouldn't take pain meds for them, so why for this? All in all, I feel pretty good - its hard to get comfortable for me because i'm a stomach sleeper - well - at least I won't be for a while.
 
We checked in at the hotel and its a beautiful room - just kinda haning out - hubby is snoozing - I took a little nap. Time seems to crawl by - I have to be back at the clinic for a checkup at 5- they come to get us.
 
I swear if the peope at the clinc were any nicer, they'd melt in the rain like sugar. I can't get over how they are so genuinely sweet. They don't condescend to you, they don't forget about you. They're really there to take care of you.
 
I'm now to the point where I can sip water, but I still feel pretty hydrated from the iv's.
 
I cannot wait to take a shower. Hopefully that will be tonite.
 
I'm still a little gassy, but nothing spectacular. I'm hoping to sleep through the night, but don't have any expectations to. Again, that's just me - I'm an insomniac.
 
Oh - and everyone at the clinic is just gorgeous. Inside and out.

Today is day 3 of my pre-op liquid diet. It's actually going really well. I don't feel hungry, but I do feel kinda weak, like I'm walking around in a cloud. I got dressed and drove to work like a zombie, but I've been worse.
 
I walk in to my office and a co-worker says, "What's the countdown? How many days do you have left."
I reply, "It's T-minus-five. But, I'm three days into all liquids."
He says, "Wow! Three days? You look great! You should take a picture of yourself today because you're gonna look horrible in about a week!"
 
Wow... thanks so much! I don't know what I'd do without such caring and supportive friends! LOL One day at a time...

For someone who is known for finding the silver lining in any dark cloud, an eternal ray of optimism for her friends and family...I sure am a Debbie Downer when it comes to matters of self. I have been so negative, so hard on myself about this sleeve since I got it. Its as if i choose not to trust it, and have faith in our success together, in fear of failure. When it comes to weight loss, i think all of us VSGer's have come to know that feeling at some point in time. I've thought that its too good to be true..that im eating too much at one time, that my sleeve is stretching etc, etc. Im four weeks out, and as of monday i am down 18lbs since surgery. 28lbs since the start of the process. i should be celebrating that, instead of scrutinizing it. So tonight, I went into my bedroom, and pulled out the little clothes. Particularly, my work scrubs. I fought myself, thinking, "do you really want to do this to yourself?" "Your not going to fit in those things girl, you couldn't get that one pair of pants over your thighs!"
They ALL fit!!! I had two pairs, that i bought small. I wore them things like a second skin. I actually wore spanx with them!! LOL!! I was so mad that i didnt try them on at the uniform store, that i tortured myself, and made myself wear them to work anyways. I wore them twice..Once a pair. My weight was around 236 then..where i always would seem to get stuck. Let me tell you..they fit PERFECT!! Im soo stoked! I had other articles given to me, that never fit, and Im rocking them! Even the size Large Dickies pants that I couldn't get over my thighs..fit perfectly!
Im so excited..It was so awesome to actually see, and feel the results! for the first time! Im going to come back to this post, when i start with the doubting..and remember that this is for real. <3ing my sleve!

Hi friends! I'm a lil over three weeks post op and I'm still loving it. Hunger is still gone. I would say I'm more thirsty than hungry and I try to drink as much water as possible to keep things moving along and for my skin. I've lost another 8 lbs since my last post op visit. I'm currently 231. Yay! I'm back at the gym, strength training. It felt like I was losing muscle mass. I'm sure part of my weight loss is muscle mass and I still want to maintain some of it, if I can. I'm not hitting upper body as hard core as I was, but my legs have been getting quite the workout. My left knee was bothering me pre-surgery and running was just not possible. Since losing nearly 50 lbs, my knee is back to normal. Thank you, baby Jesus! I'm eating fish and chicken in addition to well cooked soft vegetables like green beans, spinach. Inches are melting away and I almost wish I measured everything before surgery. Clothes are fitting loose and belts should return to my wardrobe to keep my pants up. I'm wearing those skinny jeans I had tucked away in the closet and that alone amazes me. I'm feeling good, taking my vitamins and following up with my doctor. I don't know if I mentioned this or not, but I am on BC. My doctor recommended it and I'm trying Nuva Ring. So far, so good. I haven't noticed anything out of the ordinary and I'm still losing weight. Win! If you're considering a BC option, I'd recommend Nuva Ring. I notice it less than a tampon and it has not fallen out one time. I've also "tested" it and no problems. I hope all is well with you, and for those of you pre-surgery, or thinking of surgery, I hope this calms your worries and that you don't hesitate to do something wonderful for yourself. This has been the best gift I've given myself.
 
My husband has lost over 50lbs and has started exercising. He's been focusing on cardio and I love that he comes to the gym with me now. We haven't worked out together since before we married. Win again!
 
Take care! <3

Hi Everyone, I am so glad the surgery is over. I was home within 24 hours. I am still in pain but trying not to get addicted to the pain meds. Everything i eat is staying down, no gas pains and no trouble with my bowels (TMI)...lol
 
I get up and walk around the house its really cold here. To everyone who sent me a message , I appreciate it alot.
 
Take Care, I know it will get better.

I just have to say...God is good. He's good when things are good and He's good when things are bad. He doesn't change. It's easy for me to be thankful right now because my life is like a freakin' fairy tale! (my biggest problem is that I'm fat. oh woo.) How did I deserve this life??? I didn't. God in His infinite grace and mercy has lavished it upon me. I have to say it gives me some uneasy feelings when I look at the misery around me. I almost feel guilty. My husband, my children and I enjoy relative good health. We have more food and "stuff" than anyone could ever need. It's not fancy, but there's a lot of it. I could go on for days about how blessed we are. And for that I say Thank You Lord!! (I'm sorry if this offends anyone, but it's my blog space;)
 
On this forum, I've read about more than just surgery and weight loss. I've read about people. Real people with real lives. People who have lost the ones they love most to d.u.i., unexpected death in the family, house fires that have taken away not only possessions, but family as well, people who were abused as sweet little children and are now fighting their own bodies over it, people who put their faith, love and trust into a spouse and get nothing but venom and hatred in return. I've read about the pains and emotions that can go along with this surgery, and the possibility of being hospitalized for endless months with endless complications. I've read about people who are being rejected by friends or family because they've made the decision to become a healthier person. I've read about a LOT of pain. A lot of heartache.
 
I hope and pray that if the terrible awfuls of this world befall me, I will still have the faith to say Thank you Lord! He is Good! I am thankful for my life and my salvation and I am praying for successful surgery and weight loss. And I have been/am/will be praying for every one of you.
 
--danielle

In less than 2 hours I will be on liquids only and ALL I can think of are Hot Krispy Kreme doughnuts ... LOL!!!!!
 
I am sooooo thankful and grateful for this forum there is nowhere else I would feel comfortable saying that without judgement. I just pray that I make it through the night without breaking down.
 
EVERYone pray for me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In less than 2 hours I will be on liquids only and ALL I can think of are Hot Krispy Kreme doughnuts ... LOL!!!!!
 
I am sooooo thankful and grateful for this forum there is nowhere else I would feel comfortable saying that without judgement. I just pray that I make it through the night without breaking down.
 
EVERYone pray for me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi, just checking in to see how everyone is doing. Day five and I am feeling great, I am handling the liquid diet like a champion!!!! I can tell in my face that I have lost weight. I went to a support group today and everyone seemed so happy with their decision. I can't wait to be sleeved.
 
I hope everyone has a great week.

I have 4 more days to go.
 
I went out to dinner with some friends tonight and I walked into an intervention. They don't want me to have surgery!!!! I was floored because these friends are as overweight or more than I am. I thought that they would be more encouraging because they KNOW how it feels to be overweight. I am sooooooooo amazed that my "skinny" friends are more encouraging. These are friends that I see rarely, so it is not a huge deal. But I ONLY told them because they are overweight like me and I thought THEY would understand and be supportive. I am very disappointed, but I am moving forward with my plans to have surgery on 1/11/2012 @ 7am ... REGARDLESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
My daughter isn't gun-ho about it either, but she admits to being selfish because she knows that I'm going to be cooking differently and for a while I am not cooking at all. I've frozen meals for her, but she doesn't usually like left overs ... but I am sure she will get over it.
 
Yesterday I had my pre-op appt. it was great ... I guess. I was given a lot of information. I was feeling a little overwhelmed. But I am excited about the end results of the surgery, but I am not looking forward to the impending pain. I didn't lose the 6 pounds I gained, but I did lose 4 pounds ... whooo hooo!!! I have learned that low carbs can assist with weight loss!
 
My fav low carb meal is veggie spicy sausage mixed with spinach, 1/2 oz of cream cheese and spicy Mrs. Dash ... it is soooooo yummy. When I want an extra protein boost I scramble in an egg. I know that after the surgery spicy foods will not be allowed for a while, but until then ... Yaaaay spicy!!!!
 
Now I need to pack my overnight bag for the hospital and for my stay at my mom's after surgery. I would like to thank EVERYone that contributed to the list of things that are needed after surgery
 
Good Night!!!!