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I've been reflecting a lot this week. Thinking about how my life was before I was sleeved. Wondering what my life would have been like if I had not taken the first step to wellness. Prior to getting sleeved I was becoming immobile. It hurt to walk, sleep, etc; things that many of us take for granted was becoming difficult for me. I was taking a back seat to life and it was hurting me emotionally, mentally and physically.
I started my journey at 448lbs. I am currently 324lbs. My goal is 250lbs. Although, I read where many are starting their journey at my goal weight I realize everyone has their own story, their own goals and their own successes. It feels really weird because I do forget that I have lost weight.
Here are a few (not in any particular order) of things that I have experienced during my journey.

The pain is temporary
Gas pains hurt
Nausea is the worst
I burp all the time
The Slimies are Real
I've learned how to vomit in silence
The vomiting goes away
Eating a Cup of food is hard
I hate Clear Liquids
Post-Op makes you a stronger person
This is Not Easy
Tastebuds can change
Food is Not Important
Loose Skin
I'm Shrinking
The scale can make you crazy
Who Knew you can puree almost anything
I don't miss Bread
Toast is My Friend
I can eat anything I want after a year
My clothes are too BIG
I'm Beautiful :wub:
Accept Compliments with a Smile
You don't owe anyone an explanation
Be True
Exercise! :ph34r:
Just Because you can Eat More Doesn't mean you should

I've been reflecting a lot this week. Thinking about how my life was before I was sleeved. Wondering what my life would have been like if I had not taken the first step to wellness. Prior to getting sleeved I was becoming immobile. It hurt to walk, sleep, etc; things that many of us take for granted was becoming difficult for me. I was taking a back seat to life and it was hurting me emotionally, mentally and physically.
I started my journey at 448lbs. I am currently 324lbs. My goal is 250lbs. Although, I read where many are starting their journey at my goal weight I realize everyone has their own story, their own goals and their own successes. It feels really weird because I do forget that I have lost weight.
Here are a few (not in any particular order) of things that I have experienced during my journey.

The pain is temporary
Gas pains hurt
Nausea is the worst
I burp all the time
The Slimies are Real
I've learned how to vomit in silence
The vomiting goes away
Eating a Cup of food is hard
I hate Clear Liquids
Post-Op makes you a stronger person
This is Not Easy
Tastebuds can change
Food is Not Important
Loose Skin
I'm Shrinking
The scale can make you crazy
Who Knew you can puree almost anything
I don't miss Bread
Toast is My Friend
I can eat anything I want after a year
My clothes are too BIG
I'm Beautiful :wub:
Accept Compliments with a Smile
You don't owe anyone an explanation
Be True
Exercise! :ph34r:
Just Because you can Eat More Doesn't mean you should

I've been reflecting a lot this week. Thinking about how my life was before I was sleeved. Wondering what my life would have been like if I had not taken the first step to wellness. Prior to getting sleeved I was becoming immobile. It hurt to walk, sleep, etc; things that many of us take for granted was becoming difficult for me. I was taking a back seat to life and it was hurting me emotionally, mentally and physically.
I started my journey at 448lbs. I am currently 324lbs. My goal is 250lbs. Although, I read where many are starting their journey at my goal weight I realize everyone has their own story, their own goals and their own successes. It feels really weird because I do forget that I have lost weight.
Here are a few (not in any particular order) of things that I have experienced during my journey.

The pain is temporary
Gas pains hurt
Nausea is the worst
I burp all the time
The Slimies are Real
I've learned how to vomit in silence
The vomiting goes away
Eating a Cup of food is hard
I hate Clear Liquids
Post-Op makes you a stronger person
This is Not Easy
Tastebuds can change
Food is Not Important
Loose Skin
I'm Shrinking
The scale can make you crazy
Who Knew you can puree almost anything
I don't miss Bread
Toast is My Friend
I can eat anything I want after a year
My clothes are too BIG
I'm Beautiful :wub:
Accept Compliments with a Smile
You don't owe anyone an explanation
Be True
Exercise! :ph34r:
Just Because you can Eat More Doesn't mean you should

I've been reflecting a lot this week. Thinking about how my life was before I was sleeved. Wondering what my life would have been like if I had not taken the first step to wellness. Prior to getting sleeved I was becoming immobile. It hurt to walk, sleep, etc; things that many of us take for granted was becoming difficult for me. I was taking a back seat to life and it was hurting me emotionally, mentally and physically.
I started my journey at 448lbs. I am currently 324lbs. My goal is 250lbs. Although, I read where many are starting their journey at my goal weight I realize everyone has their own story, their own goals and their own successes. It feels really weird because I do forget that I have lost weight.
Here are a few (not in any particular order) of things that I have experienced during my journey.

The pain is temporary
Gas pains hurt
Nausea is the worst
I burp all the time
The Slimies are Real
I've learned how to vomit in silence
The vomiting goes away
Eating a Cup of food is hard
I hate Clear Liquids
Post-Op makes you a stronger person
This is Not Easy
Tastebuds can change
Food is Not Important
Loose Skin
I'm Shrinking
The scale can make you crazy
Who Knew you can puree almost anything
I don't miss Bread
Toast is My Friend
I can eat anything I want after a year
My clothes are too BIG
I'm Beautiful :wub:
Accept Compliments with a Smile
You don't owe anyone an explanation
Be True
Exercise! :ph34r:
Just Because you can Eat More Doesn't mean you should

I've been reflecting a lot this week. Thinking about how my life was before I was sleeved. Wondering what my life would have been like if I had not taken the first step to wellness. Prior to getting sleeved I was becoming immobile. It hurt to walk, sleep, etc; things that many of us take for granted was becoming difficult for me. I was taking a back seat to life and it was hurting me emotionally, mentally and physically.
I started my journey at 448lbs. I am currently 324lbs. My goal is 250lbs. Although, I read where many are starting their journey at my goal weight I realize everyone has their own story, their own goals and their own successes. It feels really weird because I do forget that I have lost weight.
Here are a few (not in any particular order) of things that I have experienced during my journey.

The pain is temporary
Gas pains hurt
Nausea is the worst
I burp all the time
The Slimies are Real
I've learned how to vomit in silence
The vomiting goes away
Eating a Cup of food is hard
I hate Clear Liquids
Post-Op makes you a stronger person
This is Not Easy
Tastebuds can change
Food is Not Important
Loose Skin
I'm Shrinking
The scale can make you crazy
Who Knew you can puree almost anything
I don't miss Bread
Toast is My Friend
I can eat anything I want after a year
My clothes are too BIG
I'm Beautiful :wub:
Accept Compliments with a Smile
You don't owe anyone an explanation
Be True
Exercise! :ph34r:
Just Because you can Eat More Doesn't mean you should

I'm also a May 2012 Sleever! Yes! I keep thinking what if I didn't take that step last year. My advice is to stay focused you can do it. I'm not going to sugar coat things and say all will be good because at some point you will question your sanity. LOL Real Talk!! When I start to mess up I remind myself that I consented for 85% of my stomach to be removed to save my life. That always kicks my butt into gear. Never compare yourself to others. I use to do that but then realized everyone's loss and journey will be different!
Good Luck to all of you who are joining us on the journey to wellness.
Hugs

Brooke....I'm a May 2012 sleever. All I can say is....best decision I ever made. This whole time, my mantra has always been "think where you'll be a year from now." Every time I things got tough, that's what I told myself. I've been telling myself that since I started my 6 month supervised diet way back in November 2011. I kept saying it right through the pre op diet, and the post op liquids. Still telling myself that.
But here it is getting close to a year post op and I feel like I have a new life. Yes, I'm still me...with all the flaws and stresses that come with that. But so many doors are open now that weren't before. And I have more hope for the future than I ever thought possible. I am brimming with optimism and enthusiasm. No more hiding, no more excuses.
Yes it takes work. It is certainly not "easy." There are times when you're going to want to take a hammer to your scale. And there are going to be times when you'll want to drown your frustrations in a plate full of unhealthy food. But you fight those battles and prevail. And one day, maybe this time next year, you wake up and realize that you are a new person in a new body with a new attitude. Makes everything worthwhile.

My starting weight was 448. I am 9 months post-op and have lost 118lbs. I reached 100lbs lost at 6mths. My weight loss is slowing down but I know I'm the blame. Most importantly you have to make yourself accountable to make it happen.
Just like many of us we turn to the forums for guidance support and help when things are going wrong (my first time here in months)
I will do better with staying active to help those who are on my same journey.

At my consult my weight was 448lbs. This was a shocker to me but I didn't have a meltdown because I know I'm taking control of my health. I have been very open and honest with friends and family with sharing my weight. First I get the repulsive look and then I get "you don't look that big". I honestly don't know how to respond. So I shrug it off.
I'm trying not to think about weight as one lump sum. I want to break it down in obtainable goals. I did read about a man who lost 100lbs in 4 weeks. Has anyone else achieved this quick success. I'm fearful of sagging skin so my plan is to exercise and moisturize compulsively.
I'm waiting for my paperwork to be submitted to the insurance company and then my approval letter. I hope to be sleeved this month.
Lewanda

The "thingy" is called the pyloric valve

The same exact thing happened to me last week when I ate salad! The runny nose, slimes, pain in chest, you name it. I had to just wait until it passed.I burped, hicupped, and puked a little. I just kept rubbing and patting my chest, and within fifteen minutes, I felt much better. Hang in there, it's all part of the learning process for us.

Here are a few tips when that happens.

walk around
put your arms up to help the food pass
vomit (don't make it habit)
breathe through it
sometimes I rub my belly (psychological)

Most important it will pass but try not to do it again. This happens when I drink Water too fast. Also when I forget not to drink while eating although I have mastered taking a few sips with my meal when needed. My Nut says we are okay doing this because we still have "everything" intact unlike a bypass patient. I can't think of the name of the "thingy" that allows food to pass from the stomach to the small intestines.
Feel Better.
Hugs

My doc said I could walk from day one. I think it was 1 mth before lifting and abdominal exercises.

It's normal. Trust me it will pass. I was a hot emotional mess.

My starting weight was 448. I am 9 months post-op and have lost 118lbs. I reached 100lbs lost at 6mths. My weight loss is slowing down but I know I'm the blame. Most importantly you have to make yourself accountable to make it happen.
Just like many of us we turn to the forums for guidance support and help when things are going wrong (my first time here in months)
I will do better with staying active to help those who are on my same journey.

I am 9 months out too!!! Yay may 2012 sleevers! U look amazing!

My NUT told me to stay clear of fruits and fruit juice. I'm 7 mths post-op and still do not drink fruit juice. I will eat watermelon, apple (no peel), orange but don't swallow the flesh, pineapples but not a lot. I eat all veggies. No corn. (veggie or starch? LOL) The important thing is Protein in any form. Beans, cheese, greek yogurt, Peanut Butter. It took me a while to eat eggs too.
*I'm down 110lbs 7 mths post-op* My hair thinned around 5mths but is growing back now.. I was consuming 70g of Protein a day but slacked off a little. I'm afraid of what might happen since protein and Vitamin use is low.
Of course we know each persons journey is different.
Good Luck!

Great job!! I started at 465. It's a great feeling being down. I was sleeved may 23. I'm down 135 lbs. still have a lot to go but feeling great. Congrats. Keep up the good work!!

OMG!!! I cant believe this. I am finally under 400 as of this am I weigh 397.2 Yippee! I was so excites when I heard that, it has made my day. Just want to shared!
Pre sleeve weight 477
Sleeved 9/12/12 @432
Today 397.2

Thanks everyone! Pre-op and Post-op this site has been wonderful. We come here because we all are on a similar path. It helps me to hear if anyone else is experiencing the same issues I have. Ultimately, I will visit the doctor but I also feel a sense of support and encouragement.
This can be a lonely road. My doctor didn't even know what SLIMES were. I had to explain its an internet term. Now he uses it when we meet. LOL
Thanks everyone, Remember we are a TEAM! (TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVES MORE)

Thanks everyone! Pre-op and Post-op this site has been wonderful. We come here because we all are on a similar path. It helps me to hear if anyone else is experiencing the same issues I have. Ultimately, I will visit the doctor but I also feel a sense of support and encouragement.
This can be a lonely road. My doctor didn't even know what SLIMES were. I had to explain its an internet term. Now he uses it when we meet. LOL
Thanks everyone, Remember we are a TEAM! (TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVES MORE)

Thanks everyone! Pre-op and Post-op this site has been wonderful. We come here because we all are on a similar path. It helps me to hear if anyone else is experiencing the same issues I have. Ultimately, I will visit the doctor but I also feel a sense of support and encouragement.
This can be a lonely road. My doctor didn't even know what SLIMES were. I had to explain its an internet term. Now he uses it when we meet. LOL
Thanks everyone, Remember we are a TEAM! (TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVES MORE)

Thanks everyone! Pre-op and Post-op this site has been wonderful. We come here because we all are on a similar path. It helps me to hear if anyone else is experiencing the same issues I have. Ultimately, I will visit the doctor but I also feel a sense of support and encouragement.
This can be a lonely road. My doctor didn't even know what SLIMES were. I had to explain its an internet term. Now he uses it when we meet. LOL
Thanks everyone, Remember we are a TEAM! (TOGETHER EVERYONE ACHIEVES MORE)

Thanks everyone! I am going to give it 110%. I've been reading everything today. My kids think I'm obsessed. Naw!!!!

At my consult my weight was 448lbs. This was a shocker to me but I didn't have a meltdown because I know I'm taking control of my health. I have been very open and honest with friends and family with sharing my weight. First I get the repulsive look and then I get "you don't look that big". I honestly don't know how to respond. So I shrug it off.
I'm trying not to think about weight as one lump sum. I want to break it down in obtainable goals. I did read about a man who lost 100lbs in 4 weeks. Has anyone else achieved this quick success. I'm fearful of sagging skin so my plan is to exercise and moisturize compulsively.
I'm waiting for my paperwork to be submitted to the insurance company and then my approval letter. I hope to be sleeved this month.
Lewanda