CarryOn7

Just a few more days!!
Super excited!

Well, we are on the sleeve side of life! Surgery went well, so far no complications. Lots of painful gas... Which was to be expected. Had surgery in TJ, Mexico, performed by Dr. Almanza. Had the procedure yesterday, stayed overnight and back at the hotel today. Hotel is much more comfortable, but to call down to the nurse for pain meds, takes a while to receive. We are waiting on our masseuse to arrive. A free 20 min massage is included in the package! Helps with the gas pains. Ill keep y'all posted!

Today my waiting is over as I check in to the hospital at 12:45 pm and my surgery begins at 2:15 pm. I expect to be in recovery by 4:00pm and in my room soon after. I did my pre-surgury dieting and have lost weight, reviewed all the Dr's literature, know what is about to happen, and am ready for what it will take to reach my goal weight.
My thanks go out to the many people who posted their victories, failures, and solutions - you all helped me get to this day. I will continue to share my thoughts and progress as I recover and work on achieving my goal weight. Thanks again and let's keep posting!

Looking forward to everyone's stories of surgery.
may everyone have a speedy recovery
Looking forward to the New self!

By this time tomorrow, I'll be a post-op-er. Eek. So excited.

The countdown is so close to over!

Hello!
I know we are all having surgery to be healthy and to improve our daily living. BUT, is there one person, who you can't wait to show the new you when you lose the weight? A person who made your life miserable because they teased you, or someone who would be super excited for you? I would have to say, I can't wait to show a former best friend. I wasn't asked to be in her wedding because of my size, and she mentioned to others how "big" I had gotten. I am excited for her to see all of my hard work, even if she doesn't feel bad about what she did/said. Any of you have that one person you can't wait to show?

Last day of preop diet and senses are very hightened

Starting my two week pre op diet officially on Tuesday, surgery is Sept. 17th. I'm feeling a bit nervous about this wondering if I'll have the energy to work. I'm on my feet all day running back and forth. I'm easing into it by starting today to see how I do. Getting nervous but very excited to start this new chapter of my life! Congrats to everyone who is having surgery this week! Hoping for quick easy surgery and recovery for all!

Hello Sept. Sleevers I am also scheduled on Sept. 16, 2013 and I am so Happy. Seems like a life time of waiting for that Approval. Lol
Ready to get this done and start feeling better. So Happy for everyone that is having their new life started. Hope and Pray that all goes well with each and everyone of you. No leaks or issues.

Don't look at it like it is cheating! Look at it like this - before the surgery, would you have stopped, or been able to stop at three spoonfuls? I admit, it is a bit soon to be deviating from the plan. But if you go forever denying yourself an occasional treat, that is no way to live. Forgive yourself, and get back with the program.

While I tend to be one of those "follow the program" fellows, and I hope I am. It's over & done with. Get back on the horse and ride. And get your head "in the game".

Your way to funny.....what a hoot!!!!

When your mind gets made up your tastes follow.
I preferred brunettes because of a bad experience I had with a blond early on. I married a brunette and have been as happy as a clam with her. When she began turning grey she decided she wanted to be blond. Not being a control freak I supported her decision.
I have overcome my aversion to blond hair. Just one of a multitude of ways she has changed me.

I am scheduled for Sept 9th ... starting to get nervous and anxious ... excited at the same time. Who is having surgery at the same day? Lets be in touch ... having my surgery in Portland OR ☆

I thought this was funny. Today is day 5 of my Pre-Op Diet. I haven't cheated, except a 1/2 packet of Crystal Light Grape Energy a couple days ago. (My Surgeon Prefers No caffeine)
Any way this morning my body was up early & I was Really looking forward to eating my chewable Multivitamin & Chewable Calcium. I've had both of these is the past & Yuck normally.
It's funny how when your mind is made up it finds something to like the taste of.
I know it's cheezy, but I found it funny.
Have a Good day All! We are one day closer to a Renewed Life!

I thought this was funny. Today is day 5 of my Pre-Op Diet. I haven't cheated, except a 1/2 packet of Crystal Light Grape Energy a couple days ago. (My Surgeon Prefers No caffeine)
Any way this morning my body was up early & I was Really looking forward to eating my chewable Multivitamin & Chewable Calcium. I've had both of these is the past & Yuck normally.
It's funny how when your mind is made up it finds something to like the taste of.
I know it's cheezy, but I found it funny.
Have a Good day All! We are one day closer to a Renewed Life!

I thought this was funny. Today is day 5 of my Pre-Op Diet. I haven't cheated, except a 1/2 packet of Crystal Light Grape Energy a couple days ago. (My Surgeon Prefers No caffeine)
Any way this morning my body was up early & I was Really looking forward to eating my chewable Multivitamin & Chewable Calcium. I've had both of these is the past & Yuck normally.
It's funny how when your mind is made up it finds something to like the taste of.
I know it's cheezy, but I found it funny.
Have a Good day All! We are one day closer to a Renewed Life!

I thought this was funny. Today is day 5 of my Pre-Op Diet. I haven't cheated, except a 1/2 packet of Crystal Light Grape Energy a couple days ago. (My Surgeon Prefers No caffeine)
Any way this morning my body was up early & I was Really looking forward to eating my chewable Multivitamin & Chewable Calcium. I've had both of these is the past & Yuck normally.
It's funny how when your mind is made up it finds something to like the taste of.
I know it's cheezy, but I found it funny.
Have a Good day All! We are one day closer to a Renewed Life!

JodiAnn, my surgery is one week away and I'm having those same feelings on and off. I have been on pre-surgery diet for a week now and lost 6 lbs. so I feel I wish I could just do it on my own. Then I come back to reality and realize how many times I did it on my own and lost and gained weight back. I know at times I can do it on my own, but if I go to a restaurant I love, or an amusement park, or get stressed out I will fail. I Know I need this tool to help me; and as scary as it it, I know it will be ok. We can do this!!

My husband has been through every step of the way with me since this past February when my journey to have gastric sleeve surgery began. I chose not to tell anyone but him and one other person about this surgery because it is very personal to me. He has had to listen to me complain about my weight and sometimes even try to blame him for helping me gain all of this weight because he is such a good cook! He must really love me to keep putting up with all of the ups and downs I have gone through to get where I am, and THAT is 12 days from my new surgery day! He has now decided that after I am on the road to recovery that he is going to start the process to have the same surgery!!! I can't wait till our rolls are reversed and it is me listening to him during the ups and downs that he will more than likely have to go through. It will be well worth it in the end though because good Lord willing we will both get to have this surgery and will both be on the right path to healthier lives.