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At least once a week I get emotional when discussing my upcoming VSG with my friend. I'm more nervous than scared but I'm sure that will change on the day of surgery. This really has been an emotional journey and I'm sure post surgery I'll have something that I would have wished for. I've read everything ad asked every question but I know there's something I've forgotten. I'll think of it after the fact

My doctor is Dr. Snyder from Rose Medical. I haven't been sleeved yetvbutvhe comes highly recommended, Rose is a COE and I know people that have used him and been very pleased.

OK I did it. I went to the gym this morning and i did three miles between the Elliptical and Treadmill ... Yay Me! Why can't i like the gym as much as I love food. I suppose if I did I wouldn't be in the shape that i'm in ow. Anywho, I've made a promise to myself and that promise is to go to the gym at least 4 times per week and accept nothing less than 2 miles each visit. Post surgery this is going to be so very important so I need to figure out ways to make going to the gym enjoyable. Seriously, how hard can it be to go to the gym four days a week. I can do this! I can do this1 24 hour fitness is literally around the corner from my house - no frickin excuse.... Next step - add weights for toning.....Gotta love it! :banghead:

Thanks for sharing. I haven't been a thin person for so many years it is hard to imagine myself less than what I am. I'll probably freak out when the number on the scale begins with a 1......It's been stuck on 2 something for years.

Wow! HIPAA comes to mind. You could have reacted differently but chose to take the higher road. In my opinion, if you wanted everyone to know your business it's for you to tell and not someone in the workplace that needs something to talk about. This is just a touchy subject with me. I am a HR Professional and I just delivered new hire orientation last night and we actually discussed medical information in the workplace. As for me, I have told a select few people that I work with and the first time somebody mentions "my surgery" to me that I didn't share my journey with I'll be ever so kind and explain what I want to explain and give a friendly reminder about HIPAA. Don't mean to be a prude or sound like a b**** but it's just not cool for someone to approach you with the "I heard" when it comes to medical...... Just my opinion... Go U

Agree, Agree, Agree......Confirmation :Angel_anim:

I too am not a big fan of Protein drinks. I visited my local Muscle Max store over the weekend and sampled some Protein Drinks. ISO Extreme has 2 really good flavors; berry and tropical. Those have been the best so far but I'm also planning on trying the Protein shakes from costco. A lot of people on the forum have said good things about those.... Let us know..

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing.....I'll keep you in my prayers. :biggrin5:

Praise God and thank you.....If not for this forum I don't know what I would do. I don't have anyone that I can talk to about my journey and anyone to share my good/bad days with. I know God will be with me every step of the way and will have his hands on me and the surgeon and the team working with them.....He knows what's best... I can't say it enough. Thank You Lord and you're right it's your blog! I pray that we all have successful surgeries and no complications post surgery.

Your words and attitude are uplifting. I dont know how to describe my emotions. For the most part I am at peace with my decision, however; every now and then I allow fear to creep in. If I had my way there would be a crystal ball with answers to every "what if" question that I have. I'm making pre surgery changes and gearing up for post surgery life. I'd like this part to be over with....... I've asked myself the same question. If you can do it without surgery, why get surgery. This tool will be so much more powerful than what we've tried and failed at. Thanks for sharing.

Glad to hear you are well.....

I love your spirit. If God leads you to it he will definitely bring you through it. I will say a prayer for you tonight. Please keep us posted on your progress. I'm still a couple months out so I'm going to need you to return the favor to me with prayer. I share your same feeling. I'm at peace but still nervous about "what if" I don't wake up; we're only human. We have to know that we are entering the operating with God and his angels looking over us and the hands of the surgeons working on us...

So excited for you!

Thanks for asking. Today was my first day of sampling protein shakes. I have never been a fan of these drinks but figured i should probably find something that I like. Anywho, i tried Spiru-Tein today and OMG.....couldn't do it. I threw it down the drain and opted for cottage cheese. If anyone knows of a really good vanilla, chocolate or french vanilla protein shake, please share.

Wow! I too have had acid reflux since 2004-2005 and was told after my endoscopy last week that I may not be a candidate for the band or sleeve. From what Ive been told and what i've read, acid reflux worsens in some (not all) after the sleeve. I know what it feels like to have this crap linger for what feels like days. They've upped my dosage of Omeprazole (??) and hope to know this week from doctor whether I can or can't. I'll be bummed out if it's a no go because i don't even want to consider gastric bypass. May have to keep doing it old school and I see what that has gotten over the years. You're sleeved so hang in there and hopefully it gets better. :aureola:

Well I did it. I have never in my life cleaned out my pantry and tossed out anything but I did this morning. Out with the crap, the snack food and anything else that may interfere in my pre/post progress. Better to get in front of this now so that it's not an issue for me post surgery. It's amazing how much money is spent on "comfort" food. I've heard that my taste buds will change. I wonder what it will feel like to see the crap that I used to stuff my face with and have no desire for it.... Not sure what my new addiction will be. I'm already addicted to shoes and purses and Lord knows i don't need anymore of those. Let's try something healthy.....Hmmm I'll keep working on that. Smooches to self - proud of you girl!

I just learned about myfitnesspal.com - can't wait to use it.

I agree with the comments. This was not an easy decision to make so for friends/family that want to comment, if it's not positive or they don't agree please keep that to self. I have enough going through my head that i don't need any extra BS. I understand the concern and get that they really care for us but as Dooter said, they don't have to live in your body. I went to three (3) seminars before finally making the decision to go for it. Since I can't seem to exercise self control on my own, I'm going to use a tool that will help me with that....

Went to see the Michael Jackson Cirque De Soleil show tonight. Awesome is an understatement. I knew I was a little out of shape but it was confirmed when i couldn't hike three flights of stairs to the arena. By the time i got to the top of the 2nd flight i didn't think i would make it but i pushed trough.....Unbelievable. Say it ain't so. I can't climb 3 lousy flights of stairs without huffing and puffing. Lord, lugging around the extra weight is such a bummer. The 130lb siamese twin that is attached to me has to go. I'm not sure when this all happened but hopefully I won't have to deal with it much longer. Tomorrow is a new day and will be my first official day of getting things in place for my new lie. I'll start with 30 minutes on the treadmill at 24 Hour Fitness and then I'll come home and clear the pantry of anything that will no longer be needed. If I start now, the transition won't be so hard later. Can't wait for the day that I can run up those same stairs and hen re-read this blog....

Fantastic! Reading posts like yours are really helpful and have really calmed my nerves about the surgery. I'm still nervous and scared but reading all of the uplifting comments and receiving support from complete strangers when I have none from my family has been the best. I'm ready to get past this so that I can begin living again. Have a fantastic week!

Thanks for the encouraging words. I haven't had surgery yet. I have my appts scheduled through March 5th so hopefully end of March or early April. As the days go by I am feeling better about my decision. Still scared and nervous but it will be ok. I plan on going back to conquer those stairs this year.

Good question. We should be sisters because my love for shoes is right up there with the love of food. After Christmas I went to DSW and came home with 4 bags of hot shoes. I'm hoping I can wear my shoes because I would hate to let them go...

first off - congratulations on your decision. I'm right there with you. The only support that i have comes from the few friends at work that have had or will be having WLS and this forum. I have offered for family members to attend support group meetings, come with me to my doctor and even check out the forums. I have been shut down on every level. Personally, I think It is the fear of the unknown or possibly losing their loved one but if they don't take the time to become educated the fear only intensifies. The WLS surgery methods have advanced so much over the years it's probably safer now than it was before. I'd be lying if i said i wasn't scared or nervous - I am terrified of all surgeries and the fear of not coming out once I go in. I'm terrified of doing everything correctly post surgery. I've had nights where i wake up at 4:00 a.m. and second guess myself but I know it's the fear... With that said, since I'm already scared and nervous, the last thing i want is to hear negative comments and be given a tongue lashing because someone doesn't agree with a decision i've made. I don't bring the subject up anymore and if anyone else does I don't have a problem telling them to keep their comments and opinions to themselves. I welcome an intelligent discussion but will not entertain any negativity. I can do that on my own an want to keep my head clear of any unnecessary clutter. Hopefully your family (and mine) will get behind us 100% but if not, oh well. You have to do what is best for you. For me, I wish it was as simple as diet & exercising an being able to keep the weight off without WLS but I have tried and have had no success. I am addicted to food and I see this as a tool to do something that i haven't been able to do on my own. we are all in this thing together and will come out so much better on the other side... I will continue to pray and put everything in the hands of GOD and know that he will guide me through this. I know he has bigger plans for me...

thinking of you this morning and hoping you are feeling better. keep us posted.

Just a note to myself: from today on I am going to focus on on the good that will come from having WLS instead of obsessing and focusing on all of the things that can go wrong. I've been looking at this forum and the comments and everyone seems to be so upbeat and excited and I start to wonder if i'm the only one that is scared shitless of doing this. I've allowed myself to become hostage to my fears, the unknowns and obsessing over what could go wrong. Time to redirect my energy and let it be what it will be....Time to start thinking about what it will feel like to be hot again You go girl!