journey4me
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I am starting my pre-op diet journey tomorrow and could use a little support! Keep me posted and maybe we can help each other! Cathy
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Ill Fitting Clothes
journey4me commented on new chapter in life's blog entry in starting a new chapter
You have a great sense of humor which is refreshing while going through this awkward journey! -
Not boring at all! I am a nurse and I remember that happening to patients of mine and I can't imagine how wonderful it feels to be without your feet feeling so bad. I am SO happy for you!!! CONGRATS!
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So happy for you! I know I'm nervous now so I am hoping I will be 100% ready by the 19th! You are so right this site has been a God send..... to whoever started it THANK YOU! GOOD LUCK!
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1 Month Surgery Anniversary
journey4me commented on new chapter in life's blog entry in new chapter in life's Blog
I think it's great that you are getting out and doing things you wouldn't have done before. All the feelings you are goin through are completely normal! Did you tell your co workers about your surgery? -
Another Question About Physician Supervised Diet
journey4me replied to Caribear's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't think so. They have you diet so they can see if your commited to the weight loss. So I would keep going. I started at 262 and am down to 240. But i know dang well that I can't do it all myself. I believe it just shows your commitment. Good Luck! -
Post-op Day 2: Today's Entertainment Brought To You By The Letter G
journey4me commented on meloney's blog entry in A Year of Possibilities
This awesome! So funny! Thanks for the giggle. Humor helps for sure! -
I think weekends are going to be harder, but I can do it! Just have to keep busy and go to the gym!
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Today was my first day of liquid diet. My Dr. doesn't require it but I think its a good idea not only to prepare you mentally but to help shrink your liver. So the first day went o.k. I had a preotein shake for breakfast and a cup of soup for lucnh. I did break down and have a yougart. I had a glass of o.j. plus 36 ounces of water,which I will get more in tomorrow. Worked today and had a meeting so I wasnt able to drink as much as I have been. Frankly I was going to be nowhere near a bath...
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Borderline Low Bmi- No Co Morbities?? Can I Be Approved??
journey4me replied to VP611's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
They only usually do it for people who have co-morbidy's with your BMI. Don't be discouraged though. You actually might have something that could be considered a co-morbidity that you don't realize. Talk to you surgeon and see what he say's. It is worth trying. Relax you pretty much don't have control of what they decide so I wouldn't worry. Good luck! -
Pre-op Diet Problems. Advice Needed. (also Maybe Tmi)
journey4me replied to jayeedee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I believe that there are other ones with that sweetener. I know that I tried a new shake and had horrible diarrea within minutes!!! It was actually just yesterday! I am going to change mine too. I would say not to stick with it if it is making you sick. I would check with your GNC store if you have one or a place where they sell vitamins and shakes. Call them and see what they say. I know they have a return policy if you can't deal with it. Some even have samples. Good luck! -
Shingle is horrible it is an adult form of chickpocks and is worsened by stress which probably is not easy to deal with. Good thing you are catching it soon it can be painful. You can probably look up the sugar part on the drug makers web site. Hope you feel better soon.
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My Motto..".Food is my drug" and I'm about to kick it's butt!!!"
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Congrats! So inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
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Congratulations!
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how do you do this?
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Regular Dr. Said Something Suprising Today....
journey4me commented on faddiscc4's blog entry in 2 Long A-livin Large's Blog
You definitely need to have your head in it too. This is only a tool, the rest is up to you like with any attempt to lose weight. It is not a fix all. It is an opportuniy to get you to a healthier place so that you can take control of your life. So make sure you are ready for all the changes you will have to make. Don't be discouraged. No matter what you will probably end up healthier. Definitely life changing. -
Introduction---long
journey4me replied to ElizabethAnne's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I have had some of the same feelings I felt like I was failing myself by not being able to do it on my own, but everytime I go down that path I take the higher road in my mind (which is not always easy!) and tell myself not to look back. I am doing this for me no matter how I got to this place in my life I never dealt with it properly in the past so now I am taking charge of me and making a journey to better eating habits and accountability! Good luck! -
Finally Approved.... Looking For Support!
journey4me replied to bri_belcher's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Bri! I am starting my pre-op liquid diet tomorrow too! My surgery date is the 19th! If you'd like to go through it together let me know how you're doing and maybe we can support each other! I know it's going to be a challenge for me could use all the help I can get! Take care Cathy -
God Bless you and your family!
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Do this for you and rid your life of the drama and think about YOU! As for your Dad I am sorry. Please stay focused on yourself as much as possible. I think as woman we tend to focus on others. This is your "ME" time. You will not regret doing for you! I am 46 and have been heavy for sometime now. I am telling you do this for you and don't look back because we are woman and we have no limits! Live your life to the fullest! You own your future!
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I just went through a repair to my pacemaker and had to stop exercising for a month. I sat a lot and I am not a sitter, but I couldn't risk dislodging the lead and believe me I didn't want to do that again! So I did what I was told, but I put some of the weight back on because of it. I am hoping my surgeon doesn't cancel the surgery now. I have lost 15 pounds and gained 5 back. Struggling to get it back off pre op appointment is next Thursday. Any input?
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Tried a new protein shake that didnt agree with me what so ever! Starting pre-op diet tomorrow! Here I go! Going to need some support with this one!
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Good job on the running and walking! I am looking forward to riding my bike again and hopefully jogging too! I can't wait to see whats when I loose my fluffy parts! Best wishes Thanks for posting!
