pjanes54

Yup, sure am. It's a bitch.

suggested by JudiM AUGUST 'CRAZY ATES' **FIRST TOPIC: Suggested books to read** You may choose to (of course, you may?!) ignore or subscribe to this thread. I am going to toss an idea up or suggest a "food for thought" (so to speak, excuse the obvious pun) subject, or etc. Supposedly, this will be thought provoking, interesting or just something you have NEVER thought about before OR maybe, it will be a subject that you may like to research and share with all. ******* pjanes54: I'll start: My suggested read is a book I just finished. I would lend it out but I am reading and re-reading it and I have asked my hubby to read it as well, so he can expand his understanding in regard to the BAND. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK:Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding: Achieving Permanent Weight Loss with Minimally Invasive Surgery Jessie H. Ahroni Ph.D. A. R. N. P.

The scale is rally depressing me right now. I think I am going to stay off it and try to focus on eating healthy and healing. AFTER the first fill (Oct 2) then I am going to weigh every day. I can't take seeing the numbers on the scale right now--up or down--I'm not going to worry about it. Good luck all!

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Congratulations on your surgery--now the jouney begins and it should be exciting! You and your wife can look forward to LONG healthy, happy lifetime together. Best of luck to you.

August 23--it's official--I'll be in Banderville! It's been a 5 month wait but, I am ready to begin! Anyone joining me that day?

Hi buzimom, I was just banded by Dr Lederer at HCMC Bariatric Center in Minneapolis and was very pleased overall with the care, staff, etc. My surgery went smooth and quick with zero complications. I feel very fortunate that I have been relatively free of pain--just some minor discomfort. Is St Joseph's in the Twin Cities? Sorry, I am new to the area, so I can't help much in that regard. Read and research as much as you can--you can't be over prepared-it made me feel better to be informed and at least, feel as if I was prepared for surgery. Much of what I did and gathered together was not needed but, I it was comforting to me prior to surgery to know it was there should I need it. Best of luck to you. Feel free to PM or email me, if you like.

First of all, congratulations on your band! I was banded Aug 23! You mentioned tummy tuck--how has the recovery for the band compared to your recovery from the tummy tuck, if you don't mind me asking? I have had several SF Popsicles for snack and they seem to help between meals (call that a meal????).

I was also banded on Aug 23 and am on full liquids for 2 weeks--it is going to be tough! Thankfully my husband will cook for himself (and me!) and so that has made meal time easier. Overall, I am feeling pretty good. Some discomfort, for which I am taking tylenol and that seems to take care of it for a bit. Take care and good luck on your weight loss journey!

Where are you at mceni? Postponed? Banded? Hope all is well.

I'm on full liquids for 2 weeks, then 2 weeks mushies, 2 weeks soft foods, then gradual introduce reg food one at a time. My clinic is very conservative that way. It's going to be a rough, bumpy ride and the road is curvy and hilly (can you tell I just LOVE the road/wls association?!) Did I mention there's NO SHOULDER on this road. Okay, time to say good night. :notagree

I just wanted to send my wishes to all. I had surgery on Thursday, Aug 23, about 3 PM and I am feeling fantastic. I took the pain meds, rested, sipped water, walked, rested, sipped, took pain meds........etc, etc and by this afternoon I am on Tylenol only and sipping thinned pureed chicken noodle soup. It was my first surgery and I was terrified! All med staff were so kind and good and my doc was the greatest. If a big chicken like me can get through it---ANYONE CAN DO IT! I would not hesitate to do it all over again in a heartbeat. Sending good vibes your way.

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I said, "Cozumel." The resident surgeon said, " I've never been there." I replied, "Me either." The last thing I remember as the wheels started to roll to the OR. crazy!

Probably be a few potholes, dead skunks, blown out tires, etc..just steer safely around them and do the best you can to keep the rubber on the road. It will be an interesting ride for sure!

Banded Aug 23 and doing great. Walking, sipping, taking pain meds...all is good. If a big baby like me can make it through this...anyone can! This was my first surgery and I was terrified and I am happy to say the experience was not EVEN a fraction as bad as I thought it would be. All went very well and I'd do it again in an instant. We'll see what tomorrow brings!?!

Thanks for the reply. I am not having any issues with the Lovenox. Hope you are doing well. Yeah, the morphine. I am easing off the Vicodin now(pretty good stuff, too) and taking with the liquid Tylenol. I am able to be up and active with very little difficulty and I guess that is the best. Take care!

Surgery on the Thursday August 23--taking the pain meds, resting, walking, sipping water, crystal light...all is very good. I am amazed how well everything went. My bariatric team ( docs, nurses, etc) were great. It is so exciting to be getting on with my "new lifestyle"!!

deana, thanks for the good wishes! The clinic called to finalize time for surgery tomorrow and bumped my time out 1.5 hours...so, I am to arrive at 11 am. Central time zone, here. It's all good, it's all very good. OMG, LMAO!

wow. what a great big reYOUion we could have...190..big class this month!!

Rose, Go to tickerfactory.com create a ticker, copy and paste the picture of the ticker into your signature on your cp. correct me if i am wrong, anyone. that's how i did mine Sounds like you are off to a great start!

Glad to hear you are doing so well! Good luck on your journey to a healthier YOU!

Clara, We'll all "get by with a little help from our friends" :grouphug:as the lovely song goes :note2:...and it is very true. We need to be here for each other. Your posts have helped me with many of the same issues I am dealing with and I thank you for sharing your experiences on this board.

hugs for you yummie