KellyL

I am just seeing this, so how was the margarita? Did it hit you harder than it did pre-op? I'm sorry if you're having a rough night. :hug:

Are you getting all your fluid in? Did you have blood sugar problems previously? And have you noticed if you've gone a long time without eating when it happens, or does it happen even just after eating? Could be dehydration, low potassium, low blood sugar, you will probably need to see a dr to know for sure. You might want to add more fluids, like Gatorade G2 or Powerade Zero for the potassium and electrolytes. I hope you get it figured out soon!

Clothes falling off, yes one of the best kind of NSV's! There's a song about Tequila makes her clothes fall off. Well we got a new one, The Sleeve makes our clothes fall off!!! lol. Congrats!!

Wow, amazing girl!! you have rocked your sleeve and you look GR8!!!! Congrats! :cheer2:

thinking of you and sending you positive healing vibes! Please update as soon as you feel up to it.

Congrats on being sleeved!! I'm glad things went well and you are back at home. Good luck!

Congrats on being sleeved, and I'm so happy things are going well for you!

Congrats!!! You look absolutely wonderful, and I am so glad things are turning around for you!! :cheer2:

And please don't just judge your success by the scales alone. I know everyone does, and it's tempting, but how your clothes are fitting, and using a measuring tape are other ways to see changes when the scales are stubborn.

I have never noticed other people watching or staring at what I eat at a restaurant. But maybe it's because I am not self-conscious at all. I don't even really look around much, except at the people I am there with, because we're talking. I am there to enjoy a meal with family or friends. I order something that has a lot of protein and sounds yummy to me, knowing full well I will be asking for a go box. I actually enjoy getting to take some home and making numerous meals out of it. And I LOVE the sense of control I have now over food. I don't really like water, but it's free, so to not bring up any questions or looks over why I am not ordering something to drink, I go ahead and order a glass of water. It's there if i NEED a tiny sip to get something down, but generally it sits there, untouched. No one asks me why I didn't drink any of it. When I finish the portion I am going to eat, I go ahead and ask for a box and if they mention it or ask if I'd like dessert, I simply say the same thing normal people say when asked this question: No thanks....or no, I am so full....or no, I couldn't eat another bite. All of which are true. I have stopped worrying about what others think of what or how much I eat, it is no ones business and I don't owe anyone an explanation. This is coming from someone who used to care way too much about what others thought too.

Yes, you do look pretty and healthy too.

Good luck to you for an easy surgery and speedy recovery!

I have no memory of them doing this to me when I had surgery. If they did it, it was removed before I woke up and I didn't even feel any soreness or scratchiness in my throat whatsoever.

DishDiva, I am so sorry you are going thru all this! How very scary and frustrating too. I know you are ready to be healed and move forward with your life. Sending you wishes for a complete recovery very soon!! *hugs* Kelly

Congrats on being sleeved! I hope you continue to heal quickly and feel better every day!

Wow Kimmes, congrats, you are absolutely stunning!! You are such an inspiration, thanks for sharing the before/after pics!! :cheer2:

Congrats and welcome to Sleeveland!! Wishing you an easy and speedy recovery!! :cheer2:

Yes, seems true for me too. Mine can be different from day to day, and also the time of the day? Sometimes I can't eat much or don't even want much in the morning, but I am hungrier or can hold a little more early evening. It's weird, but I've seen a lot of people say the same thing.

Hi, congrats on being a Sleever!!! It sounds like you are doing very well. It is normal to have diarrhea for a while, cuz you are only taking liquids in. Try to get as much fluid in as you can to stay hydrated, but yes, it takes a while to build up to all your fluids and protein. You may be tired for a while, but again normal, you just had surgery and your body has to recover and heal. It takes a while to adjust to getting everything in, but you will have more room once the swelling goes down in your sleeve. Usually it takes about 4-6 wks. I hope you have a very easy recovery!

Wow!!! You look absolutely fabulous!! Congrats on your amazing success! :cheer2:

Wow, a normal BMI in 6 months, you have done so well!!!! Congrats! As far as your nagging fear, I have no idea where that is coming from either. I have seen a thread with this topic not too long ago, so you apparently are not alone in this fear that for some reason you may need your stomach. But you do still have a stomach, just way smaller. I could never find in my yrs of research, a reason why we would need a larger stomach vs. a smaller stomach. I know people have no problems getting pregnant or carrying their babies thru their full term pregnancy. So I just don't know, but I would venture to guess the emotions are coming from some where else too. Plus sometimes it's just hard to wrap our heads around being able to finally be successfull at losing the weight I think, so perhaps your fear is just not about needing your stomach, but also fear of the weight coming back, or just something negative to prevent you from experiencing your full happiness with your success. I hope you are able to identify the causes of your concerns and fears. Perhaps you can research it, and set your mind at ease. Also get in touch with the other feelings. I imagine you do get homesick on a job that keeps you traveling. It's difficult to deal with our emotions and find other ways to channel them sometimes, and it's a big adjustment. I am so thrilled for you, and you are such an inspiration!! You should definitely post some before/after pics!!

What another great post from Mr Pasquini, and I agree wholeheartedly! I have to remind myself daily, I am in this for life, it's not just a diet. Those days are behind me forever, now on to the healthier lifestyle!! My Sleeve is helping me to incorporate healthier choices and eating into my daily life. I am also definitely on the slow loser train, but I will get there just the same. I must be on the scenic route!! haha But I am just happy and thankful to be on the journey, going in the correct direction for a change. The Sleeve is a wonderful tool that will help keep me on the straight and narrow path. I am very grateful and I love my sleeve!

Hey girl!! It is absolutely wonderful that you are getting that kind of support from your mom and sis!! mani-pedi celebration, that is the way to celebrate and pamper yourself! And the ninja blender and new scales, wow, what great ideas for bday gifts and to begin your journey with! I am so happy for you! Happy early birthday, but I am sure I will be messaging you too. You're surgery date is SO CLOSE!!! It's very exciting. Thanks for the shout out, and I'm so glad I can help someone, as others have helped me. Take care and I'll be messaging you soon.

Nina, Hooray!!!!! Congrats on doing so well on your weight loss, and wow, Onederland already?? I am so looking forward to that, seems like my scales just don't like to cooperate with me lol. Although I am seeing changes in my clothes sizes still so I can't complain and I feel so much better! I am very happy for you, I know it must feel GR8!!!!!!! :cheer2:

Congrats on being Sleeved, and glad things are improving for you on your healing. Welcome to the losers bench!