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Thanks for the info! I've been worrying about whether I would be able to digest it alright, this is good to know! I'm going to see if I can get samples of these then!

Hi guys! I'm still pre op, I'm currently testing out protein powders and I've read lots of good things about the taste of Mint Cookie and Cookies and cream protein powder from Sytrax Matrix line. I've also heard mixed things about whether Matrix is good for bariatric patients because I believe it's not straight whey isolate, but a blend of isolate and regular whey- though I have seen bariatric patients drinking it. Thoughts on this? I want to know if its going to be a good thing to purchase before I go through with it. Thanks all!

Good luck girly! Your SO close! I know the feeling- I finish all my pre op in a few weeks- I'm SO excited, but the anticipation is KILLING me! lol Hoping you get your date soon!

That's just ridiculous! That was my fear going to my old Dr (I hadn't been in a while- since I had gotten over 300lbs again) so I switched Drs to a Dr that was affiliated with the hospital I was having surgery at. I understand your frustration- that was my biggest fear- going there and bein too big for the scale. Go on Amazon and search for scales- they have scales that hold up to 500+lbs on there. I'm planning to buy a new digital one (My old one only goes to 330) I was looking at this one- goes to 400, pretty good reviews and resonably priced http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Bathroom-Capacity-Sense-On-Technology/dp/B003ATS2QC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1345955267&sr=8-4&keywords=scale+400+lb

Yay congrats! We're on the same time frame- I only have 2 appointments left too! The psych on September 6th and Pulmonary on the 12th- then I see my surgeon for the last time September 18th(Just a day after you!) and thats when I should get my date! Stay in touch because it looks like we'll be having surgery around the same time!

Lmao!! This is awesome!

I injured my knee last year causing my to gain 40+ lbs (possibly more- I don't know my heighest weight) I had always been very mobile and active for someone mg size (300+) and after that I felt truly helpless and immobile. It was the worst feeling ever. My knee is still kind of messed up and I know weight loss will help. Honestly I feel like I've 'outgrown' this city- NYC it's just NOT a good place to be fat in. There is so much walking, stairs, turnstyles- it's almost impossible to be far here and live okay- at least THIS fat. I want my life back, that's what I realized and that's my main motivation for surgery- to live a normal life here.

I'm thinking that Jammy has a good idea and Sheep Meadow would be the best spot there. Easy to get to, not too much of a hike.

Hi everyone! We are in the process of planning a meetup for all of us in the NYC area! Please come out and meet your fellow NYC sleevers! The meetup is tentatively being planned for September 8th and we're looking to do it in Central Park. I was thinking a pot luck style picnic with sleeve friendly food/drinks! Everyone can bring something. Some people may be pre op and on a pre op diet at the time but don't let that stop you from coming! Bring your Protein Shake and Crystal light with you and come on out! Suggestions are encouraged! Lets make this happen!

Definitly want to make sure we accomadate you Jammie! How would September 8th be for everyone? I'm going to look into location- the most obvious would be Central Park but finding a spot that is easily accessible to everyone is key since Central park is HUGE. I've seen people plan meetup type events there before in other groups I've been in and people had a hard time finding each other because it was so large. Don't want that to happen either. So lets work on a date and then get a location HEAD COUNT who is serious about this? Once we have a date I'll make a seperate thread for it!

LMAO that's hilarious! Now that you mention it I totally see the reseblance! Lol

The park is a great idea and my first choice too. How about a pot luck picnic- sleeve friendly of course. Everyone can bring one dish that would be WLS friendly- depending on how many people, everyone may not have to bring food since too much would be a waste with lots of sleeve sized tummy's lol. Who is seriously interested in this? If we have enough people lets try something for mid September is that works for everyone!

I personally can't stand Dr Oz.

I have my pulmonary September 12th so I'm wondering too- hopefully it will be smoothe for both of us! I was told I need this because I was diagnosed with sleep apnea after my sleep study, and I also have asthma. I don't think they usually send everyone for it unless you have a history of breathing issues.

Hi everyone! I wanted to make an announcement letting you all know that Sleevie Wonderland has made me the new group owner and myself and Larae will now be moderators. A little bit about myself- my name is Robin, I'm 23 from The Bronx. I'll be sleeved in October- counting down the days! I'm really excited to get this group going again and have some fun things planned! One of the big things for me is finally planning an official meetup for us New Yorkers. There has been interest in it but nothing official planned and that's something I think we should really get going. So on that note any idea's or suggestions for a meetup? I would love if we could make this a regular thing every few months. Let's get this thing going!

WOW! You don't even look like the same person! I would say oh sure those two guys are brothers but no way would I think it was the same person! You look AMAZING!

Yay awesome! Thanks so much! Looking forward to making the group awesome!

I'm from NYC- The Bronx

I PMed you, just want to make sure you got it.

17/20 not bad! This was fun thanks for posting!

So glad you all had a good experience! I know I probably terrified a few of you with this post- so sorry! What happened with me is definitly not the norm so you all shouldn't be scared. I feel like I caused mass hysteria without meaning to lol

Hey pretty I'll be sleeved in October at Jacobi! good luck on your surgery that's SO soon!

My body shape is so strange. I'm smaller on top (tiny boobies always lol) with a big butt and thighs- though I'm not quite a pear. And I have a big tummy- but definitely not an apple. I've always called myself a papple lol. I definitly hope my body shape changes a bit with weight loss. When I lost weight years ago my shape changed a lot- I lost most of my apple-ness and I looked more straight up and down- I don't even know what you call that lol- except with a booty still. Im convinced that if I never gained weight ( always been big) I would have the figure of a boy lol

Me too I'm so anxious! I hope all your pre op stuff goes by fast! I didn't have my psych eval yet- thats one of the last things I do. I have it September 6th then the 18th I see my surgeon for the last time and get my date! So ready for that day!!

There absolutley is a huge difference! Awesome job so far! Our minds are weird things- Im still pre op but I understand that not seeing it in yourself thing. Five or so years ago I had lost about 70lbs and I was the only one who didn't see it. I felt it but didn't see it at all in the mirror despite going from a size 24 to 18. It takes a while for our mind to catch up I think. Fantastic job so far! Hope I do as well! Oh and congrats on the promotion!