rockin jessie

I'm out! Surgery went great yesterday. Pain. It's getting easier. Definitely feeling better. On liquid meds now. Much more manageable. Not hungry. Sip. Sip. Sip. Still feels like a dream! So excited to be a loser and have a success story finally! You guys are so awesome on here sharing. Very helpful and knowledgable Put me at ease and let me know what to expect! Hugs!,

I'm out! Surgery went great yesterday. Pain. It's getting easier. Definitely feeling better. On liquid meds now. Much more manageable. Not hungry. Sip. Sip. Sip. Still feels like a dream! So excited to be a loser and have a success story finally! You guys are so awesome on here sharing. Very helpful and knowledgable Put me at ease and let me know what to expect! Hugs!,

3rd day post op and I am FINALLY having gas that I can actually get out! Thank you Jesus! What a relief!!!
xo Hilary

For anyone that is looking into having RNY surgery...look at what it has done for me...
In April of this year I weighed in at 309lbs. I was devistated. I was wearing 24/26 clothes that were tight! Well in just 7 short months this is where I am now 188lbs and wearing a size 12. I have about 23 more pounds to go until I get to my goal of 165 (I am 5'9 so that is a BMI 25) and for Thanksgiving this year...I am jogging/walking in my FIRST 5k. I am so excited I can't hardly wait. I AM SO THANKFUL FOR MY RNY. It has changed my life FOREVER and I am so happy with the results that I have had. Here is some before and now photos.  

I am so happy for you!! I am a little over 3 months out (Surgery 8/13/12) and feel the same way.... I am about to make the 70 lb mark and be under 300 lbs! I only have 2 lbs to go!!!
So I share your excitement and I think this is the best thing that I could have done not only for me but my family as well!
Best wishes to you!!

I am so thankful and blessed to have had the surgery. I wouldn't change it and couldn't be happier with my choice to get it. I have my times when eating is harder then normal but the outcome is worth it. I loved food before and now food isn't the same. But that's good for me because pretty sure I was becoming addicted to food. I want to lose another 40-50 lbs. For anyone needing reassurance, gastric bypass was the best for me.

I am doing awesome! Had surgery this am but am up walking!

My bag is packed... Can't believe tomorrow is my day and a new chapter of my life begins... Good luck to everyone having surgery tomorrow!!!!

My Psychologist said something to me that has gotten me through a few rough times. He said, "when times are tough and you don't know why you would put yourself through this emotional and physical roller coaster, remember ALL the reasons you did this surgery in the first place."

HELP!!! I would love to see what the rest of you are eating. I eat the same few things over and over again, not enough Protein. I am frustrated. eggs are NOT my friend.
Please suggest menus.
M

Tomorrow is the day! I can't believe I survived the liquid diet. I am sure I can do this now! Nervous. Excited. Ready to get going. Had my emotional breakdown yesterday. Praying for big success!

To answer some of your questions. The weight gain (blah)...yes, it happens. I gained the 40 lbs between 2003 and 2006 and, after a significant breakup, I just needed something else to focus on. I started simple with walking and eating only vegetarian. I didn't join the gym until about 3 years ago but, since then, I am a regular and do not go less than 5 days a week/often 7. I held on to two pair of my favorite post op/weight loss pants and was determined to get back into them...they fit big now.
I think the way you can get motivated is to put it into your schedule. It should be as regular as making dinner, going to work, taking a shower..the gym/working out needs to be added to your day schedule. Even if it's just 20 mins walking around your neighborhood!
I have managed to avoid a bunch of loose skin and I contribute that to being active and drinking TONS of Water. I don't drink soda anymore and my "soft drink" will either be Crystal Light or iced tea/with Splenda. Also, when I got back to work after two weeks of recovery, I started walking around my office during my 15 minute breaks. Now I'm that crazy workout lady who walks during her lunch too :-) Oh and as far as hydration goes, try coconut water...if you can find it in your area. It's SO good and refreshing, with different flavors like mango and pineapple. I feel extra hydrated when I have coconut Water.< /p>
PS...my dear friend had GB a year after I did. At first she refused to get it done because she was going to do the "cabbage Soup diet"...well, that didn't work...obviously. She is one of the people who wasn't dedicated and has gained a lot of her weight back She had a lot of loose skin, went to Mexico to get it removed and I really think they just took her money and didn't do anything but cut her open and sew her up (swear). Now she's on the "pouch shrinking" diet. What? Yes, that's a real diet and I just let her vent and tell me she doesn't eat that much, etc. But I've seen her snack on sugary things a lot.
Hope this helped!
Betsie

The hormones from the mirena and the change in hormones from weight loss will change your cycles. So, you have to go through a few weird cycles before you get a pattern again.
I wouldn't get it taken out. I got mine taken out And the hormones and all... ovulated 2 eggs and now prego with twins!
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Our December list is growing. What a wonderful way for us to end a year and to begin anew. Praying for all of us. You all make this journey feel so much better, so connected to others that are going through the same things. I really appreciate you, every single one of you.

Tomorrow is the BIG day!! Good luck to all my same day surgery buddies!!! And to all those before and after! I will post something as soon as I am able....surgery at 7am!! Praying for everyone......this is our 2nd chance! Wooohooooo!!!
xo Hilary

Sorry for the poor quality if this pic. My 5 year old daughter took it! Lol
I had to share my success with some one.
Here I am rockin my skinny jeans!
Size 7 yo!!!
I feel like I'm living in a dream. Only 11 pounds from goal but honestly I'm so happy where I am now, I don't care if I ever get to 135 :-)

Wow!

I plugged my nose and rinsed out with Water after every sip. I finally finished did not throw up. It has been about 30 minutes and I am taking a nap now, but so far so good,

That is amazing! Look forward to being 150 in 5 months!!! Im so excited for you! My only advice is be patient with urself, follow the diet, drink lota of Water, really take advantage of those forst weeks where u cant eat to lose most weight... Bc when u start to hit 4 months, u are almost on ur own... U need to make healthier decisions...
The first couple of weeks are tough. But they will go by very fast!!

Unjury chicken Soup and strawberry blast. (For protein)
G2 and propel low cal.
SF Italian ice.
Straining regular Soups for variety. .

new list as of November 24 2012!
Welcome everyone to November family
Losers Bench for November members:
Ttailsharp..............November 1, 2012
Starrlov...............,November 2,2012
Mommy327 Maria….. November 2, 2012
Nickster81... Nikki...........November 5 2012
ahanson82520.………..November 5, 2012
crstalww ………………..November 6 2012
Honeydue29..................November 6 2012
Ambercowens.................November 6 2012
Vicki Loichinger...............November 7 2012
LaGp................................November 7 2012
eeyoregirl1970………….November 8, 2012
Marta..........................November8 2012
Seattlelyte.....................November 9 2012
Sarah2012...................November 9, 2012
Aufan.............................November 12 2012
Beautifulmistake84.....November 12, 2012
Eva Chavez................November 12, 2012
catgirl12…………………November 13,
FatfreeinNC.................Novemember 13, 2012
Falicia004.................November 13 2012
Catgirl12....................November 13. 2012
Leelerbeeler................ November 13 2012
Nycole........................November 13 2012
Kauaigirl808..........November 13, 2012
Lizz........................November 13 2012
Tbooks........................November 14 2012
Contentwithme..Angel..November 14, 2012
Peachee213.......Lisa..November 14, 2012
LapBand06.................November 14, 2012
LilPieFace...................November 14, 2012
Chilet071............... ..November 15 2012
Karmagirl.................. November 15, 2012
ladyspl………………….November 15, 2012
Jennco75.....................November 15, 2012
dottednails...................November 16, 2012
KellyAnn805............November 19, 2012
Worm2879................November 19 2012
Startinova17................November 19, 2012
JennJacoby..................November 19, 2012
Imani.......... ...................,November 19, 2012
Kathryn Sides..............November 20 2012
Ed Rosales.................November 20 2012
Kasonabby..................November 20, 2012
Sky..............................November 20, 2012
Kimmyk......................November 20, 2012
Jgarland.....................November 21, 2012
Emiller2012........Elizabeth....November 21, 2012
Waiting for surgery soon to be on the Novembers losers bench
francesmcg……………November 26, 2012
Truth85.....................November 26 2012
Hajones5891..........November 26 2012
Dawn...........................November 26 2012
DonnaGB....................November 26 2012
Lisa Collom................November26, 2012
Miris..........................November 26, 2012
SuzNc........................,November 27, 2012
Johnnybots19.............November 27, 2012
2fat42long ..................November 27, 2012
Rockin Jessie........November 27, 2012
Katie R.....................November 28. 2012
Connie3...................November 28, 2012
Shemmyormeko.....Shameka...November 28, 2012
Jessica143.................November 28, 2012
Lyn mom of seven......November 29, 2012
R4snd..........................November 29 2012
Millybell.........................November 29 2012
Pwnykat......................November 30 2012
Newlife4leah................November 30 2012
Thunderchubky...........November 30, 2012
Saying a prayer for Eva & Felicia until they both get home
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Thanks for the welcome! I am excited to start this journey. I have been in liquids for 4 days and pretty tired of the lack of variety. Any suggestions?

Onederland baby
Sw: 272
Dos: 269
Today weight!!! 199

DOS 10/17 248
TW 217.5
Down 30.5

Good luck and prayers
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