Xandria1

Hi everyone, I wanted to take a moment and thank you, each of you. Many times I sit back and am a silent observer. I read your stories and comments and your words, thoughts, and experiences have helped me before, and during this process. The comments I have on my photo album give me strength and keep me going. I only hope that I can offer new and current sleevers that same support. Im six months out today and am down just about 82 lbs. You have all been a part of my journey in one way or another. Good luck everyone, Im here for you all and Im glad were in this together.

I would follow up to just make sure but I think youre at a greater risk of pulling a stitch in your sidewall muscle. Your lifting shouldnt strain the stomach pouch at all. Be careful and dont over do it! Good luck.

Hey there, I found some Demitasse spoons (used for espresso) and some cocktail forks from target.com they are silver and very heavy and nice looking. I like the idea of small utensils but jsut not childish. They work great!

Hi everyone. I made it! I was anxious for nothing the surgery was a breeze. I did come home the first day and sleeeeeep. When I woke I wondered why i did this< did I make the right choice. I feel better today. I actually made it upstairs and showered. SO difficult to eat or get in all my protien I just dont want any food. Its a new feeling for me. I hope this will improve as the swelling goes down. I will say my five inscisions only one feels sore and its not intolerable. I havent even had pain meds since 10am Thursday morning. I will post my success and I am not part ofthe team to help through any newbies. Thanks all. Sleeved 2/23 Dr Chengalis Royal Iak Beaumont Hosp. No wieght loss to post yet. Soon!

I am continuing to do wonderfully. Had my first weigh at the 10 day follow up, lost 18 lbs! Sleeved 2/23/10 Dr Chengalis, Royal Oak Beaumont MI

Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences and thoughts. I am finding I do have the strength to get through this and I am so looking forward to life after being sleeved. I will update you all when I get home Sleeving: 2/23 Royal Oak Beaumont, MI Dr Chengalis

Hello everyone, I have been reading your posts for about 4 months as I began my process. Ive found alot of information and indirect support through your words. So today I have joined you! My surgery is 2/23/10 at Beamont Hospital in MI. I must admit I am anxious to get on with life post op but the surgery itself has me anxious to knots. Im fearful of the surgery preps ( my first surgery as an adult-had tonsils out at 8yrs) Im worried about the anestesia as well. Can anyone go into detail abouthte actual surgery? what you rememeber? how it felt? what you did to remain calm? Thanks so much and Happy Valentines Day :drool5: Sleeve date 2/23/2010 Current weight 385