ItsFinallyMyTime

OK, I am a little over a month out. I am struggling getting in my Protein (aren't we all). So today I was determine to get at least 60g in my body. I had it all figured out.... so I thought. I had a can of tuna - which is on 3 oz of meat. I figured if I took an hour to eat it I could fit it all in and make that protein mark! Nope.... I was feeling what I believe if my new "full" ( I am still learning) but there was just one more bite left. I did it... I ate the one more bite... OOOOOOOPS...... Wont be doing that again! I thought it went down... but it just kind of sat there almost in my tummy. then that one last bite came back out! I didnt loose my whole lunch - just that one last bite - but... ugh what a horrible feeling and apin just before it came back out! Lesson Learned!!! DONT EAT THAT ONE LAST BITE! I am going to measure things out from now on too. 1/4 and no more!

OK, I am a little over a month out. I am struggling getting in my Protein (aren't we all). So today I was determine to get at least 60g in my body. I had it all figured out.... so I thought. I had a can of tuna - which is on 3 oz of meat. I figured if I took an hour to eat it I could fit it all in and make that protein mark! Nope.... I was feeling what I believe if my new "full" ( I am still learning) but there was just one more bite left. I did it... I ate the one more bite... OOOOOOOPS...... Wont be doing that again! I thought it went down... but it just kind of sat there almost in my tummy. then that one last bite came back out! I didnt loose my whole lunch - just that one last bite - but... ugh what a horrible feeling and apin just before it came back out! Lesson Learned!!! DONT EAT THAT ONE LAST BITE! I am going to measure things out from now on too. 1/4 and no more!

OK, I am a little over a month out. I am struggling getting in my Protein (aren't we all). So today I was determine to get at least 60g in my body. I had it all figured out.... so I thought. I had a can of tuna - which is on 3 oz of meat. I figured if I took an hour to eat it I could fit it all in and make that protein mark! Nope.... I was feeling what I believe if my new "full" ( I am still learning) but there was just one more bite left. I did it... I ate the one more bite... OOOOOOOPS...... Wont be doing that again! I thought it went down... but it just kind of sat there almost in my tummy. then that one last bite came back out! I didnt loose my whole lunch - just that one last bite - but... ugh what a horrible feeling and apin just before it came back out! Lesson Learned!!! DONT EAT THAT ONE LAST BITE! I am going to measure things out from now on too. 1/4 and no more!

That's great I am happy for you both!! Good Luck

Hey guys! Took some pictures this past weekend and noticed a lot of progress so I wanted to share!!!
My stats:
-starting weight: 296
-surgery date: November 19,2012
Current weight: 180
30 MORE POUNDS TO GOAL
Me on the right:

Before and current:

My date is May 22nd too! I am sure your approval will come and all will be well. The waiting was the hardest part of the whole ordeal. Now I am 6 days in to the pre-op diet and the days are flying by - your will be too!

So tomorrow is exactly one month post surgery for me. Starting weight 248, day of surgery, 235, today 211. Feeling great :-) no complications yet.

It took me a week to get approved with a 36/37 BMI and 2 co-morbidities. I did the 90 day track.

So you did the multi disciplinary regiment...

Howdy yourself! It's great to have like-minded folks so close by.

Congratulations! Today is your big day:) I am sleeved already. I am almost 9 weeks out. Keep us posted as soon as you feel like it. I hope you have a great experience and a fast, easy recovery.

I'm in Forney - howdy neighbor!

I'm may 21 on Dallas with Dr Barker! It's almost here!!

At this point, I'm a week behind you (pending insurance) and at Methodist vs Forest Park. All the best to you, however, and keep us updated!

I'm on May 22nd also had to lose 18lbs have dropped about 30! I'm getting mine done in Memphis,Tn. By Dr. George Woodman.

Congratulations! I have a friend that used Dr Nick and she has nothing but good to say about him.
I'm in Mesquite. We are almost neighbors:)

I'm in east Dallas -so Sharon we are neighbors! I am scheduled at 1:30 today at southwestern. Sharon are you already sleeved? I am NPO and dying for water!!! Need to quit thinking about it.

Good luck to you! I am 9 weeks out with Dr. Nicholson. Very happy and love that he does he leak test in the OR so you can start with ice chips as soon as you wish. Forrest Park~Frisco is a beautiful facility and the nursing staff is fantastic! Don't ask me how, but somehow they parked me up on the 4th floor in a beautiful two room suite for my stay. Felt very VIP!

Im FINALLY SET! May 22nd Forest Park Hosp Plano Area TX. I am using Dr Nick.... anyone else out there gonna be in there with me?

Made these for dinner tonight- 1 was more than enough for me (plus salad). The other adults in my family each ate 2. We all voted this is a definite do again!!!! Portion controlled.
Lasagna Cupcakes
2 cup marinara sauce (I just used 1 jar)
3/4 pound ground beef or turkey
24 wonton wrappers
8 ounces shredded mozzarella
3 ounces Parmesan cheese
4 ounces Ricotta cheese
(optional) basil for garnish
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray muffin tin (12) with cooking spray.
Brown beef and season with salt and pepper. Drain. Add sauce. Mix.
Begin with a wonton wrapper and press it into the bottom of each muffin tin.
Spread with a small spoonful of Ricotta cheese.
Top with a little meat sauce then some parmesan and mozzarella.
Use around 2 teaspoons of all the ingredients depending on your personal preference.
Repeat layers ending with cheese.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until edges are brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. To remove use a knife to loosen the edges then pop each lasagna out. Garnish with basil (if desired) and serve.