Thick'n'Thin

Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you, that on Saturday the 4th of January I married my soul mate. My choice to have vsg surgery has been one of the best health and wellness decisions I have ever made. On the day of my wedding just a few days shy of 6 months post op I was down 92 pounds from day of surgery. I went from a size 22-24, 286 pounds to 194 pounds and a size 14 wedding dress! I feel amazing! If there is anyone wondering if they should do it, I hands down thank that you should do it. The changes are amazing. Toasting to me, my new husband, my healthier life, and to all of you who have taken the plunge into this journey as well as those who are standing on the edge... jump and be prepared to fly! Good bless you all!

Ik uve all felt like me first day home, I'm weak n restless but reading all of ur well wishes for me, I'm so puffed up w joy that I couldn't go to bed wo telling u all that I sincerely Love you all! I don't throw that word around easily. You're an amazn bunch of troopers and u say how strong I am but I've drawn my strenghth not only from God, but from each and every one of you. I thank God for each of you and we are going to be some kinda healthy lookers n 2014! You too, stay positive, stop worrying over stalls and remember, its been years since we've lost weight. So don't fret stalls, we have the rest of our lives to get our own weight off! No time limit, no rush, no comparisons...only our individual journey that we can share w each other. I am soooo amazed and proud of this Dec 2013 group!! We have n continue to support each other threw it all. From Dec 1 to Dec 31, we've had each others back. Now we share a bench that's getting lighter n lighter. Plz read this posts as I've written it to each of you. Threw my struggles, I read ur posts tho I cudn reply, YOU, helped me keep the Faith. Again Ty and you all are an amazn group of individuals. To Atl nd Mn, you both did an awesome job keeping up w nearly 300 people, thank you. And to those who stepped in when the two had surgery, Ty as well. If I had a wish, it wud b to meet you ALL:). So, I'll shh now, may b the meds, lol. But let me end by sayn, God bless you all, thank you all, and we are on our way, we will get threw this. And hmm, who'll b the first to post pics?? I can't wait. Gn my life long friends:)). Dee Dee

Hello, Good to meet you. I don't know about the transportation issues but good luck to you!

I thought I'd post here since y'all are the ones who will understand my excitement. I broke through, I'm under 200 pounds. Hello 100's boy have I missed you.

I was told a few ago that I'm gttn DISCHARGED TODAYYYY! Praise God n THANK U ALL FOR UR PRAYERS N SUPPORT:). XOXOX. I'll luk when I'm home:))))

So as you all know I was denied by my insurance. So I had to do an appeal. I sent in a lot of medical records a letter from my PCP and a letter I wrote. I sent all that in on Dec 30. They received it on the 31st. They told me it will be 30 days before they made a decision. So I checked about a hour ago and they reversed the denial and approved it. I AM TOO HAPPY. I TRUELY THANK GOD BECAUSE WITHOUT HIM, IT WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE!!!!

WOW!!!!!
We are going to be some skinny bit@he$!!!

The pounds have been a bit stubborn for me it seems. Was sitting at 290 for four days, 289 for two, then to 287 for three days now. I'm two weeks out today and down 10 lbs. Fortunately, I am able to eat very well. Perhaps that is why I'm not losing as fast. I may be impatient to lose but I know in my logical mind that it's not a bad thing to lose at this rate. We shall see. Time to join the gym.
HW: 310
SW: 297
CW: 287
If I could keep losing 5 lbs a week that would be cool, I just was hoping for a big number this first month. We'll see, still just two weeks out.

Trust me when I say that your husband hasn't spent 18 years and his entire teen to adult life with you because he likes the "thickness" of you!! He loves the you that is inside.

Yes!!!!! I will wait until Thursday but YES!!!!

I left his office at 3:30 and came back at 4:30 to pick up Vitamins I had left by accident! lol
You can do it. Don't leave quitting as an option. Find your resolve and no matter what do not waver! Chew celery and carrots if you must. Take a walk, do some mediation, deep breathing, call a friend, take a nap- something! You do not need to smoke. It will get easier soon.

Calls to ask the NUT a question and doc answered the phone himself.
Me: Doc, can I have coffee?
Doc: What kind?
Me: The good stuff!
Doc Hazelnut?
Me: Sure, as long as it has caffeine!
Doc: Sure. Just remember it's a diuretic and doesn't count toward your Fluid intake. Be mindful of the cream and sweetners you use.
Thank the Lord and Dr. Neff!

Hey December Sleevers!
I'm so excited I had to share! First stats - Sleeved 12/3 - Starting weight 271 - Surgery weight 239 - Today's weight 219.
You know those couple of expensive, classic dresses/pants etc you've kept in your closet for 10+ years -just in case you ever get back to a smaller size? (Or perhaps you've subconsciously kept them for mental torture reminding you of what you no longer are?) I tried them on this morning... And THEY FIT!!!! ( With some room to spare!) I've gone from a tight size 20 to a... 14. Amazing! My reaction is odd tho... Excited but very teary at the same time. I've got to look into what this emotion is I guess!
I should also mention, I'm starting to get a lot of the "OMG you look great" comments from coworkers and them asking me to share what I've been doing. So far I've just been saying I've assembled a WL team of doctor, nutritionist and trainer and working hard. It's not a lie... Just not the whole truth. we'll see how long I can get away with that!
To those of you just sleeved or still struggling hang in there! I'm cheering for ya! This journey is amazing!

Congrats on your success so far! I was suprised myself that I had lost 10lbs one week out from the surgery. I kind of chuckled and said it must have been 10lbs of stomach they pulled out of me

Agreed! I was moved to soft foods on Thursday. That was my first meal. Mmmm! I'm gonna try refried Beans with cheddar, salsa, and sour cream for lunch today.

I'm in the 200's!!! Been 3 years since I've lived in this neighborhood! Of course, I'm only visiting!!
I stayed the exact same weight for 6 days -- woke up this morning to a 2.5lb loss! Woot!
HW 348
SW 330
CW 297.5
Yep..I'm claiming that half pound..lol!

Sleeved Dec 13 2013... Goal of 140 to lose
HW - 351
SW - 331
CW - 304

I must say the BEST thing I've eaten on puree stage is WENDYS CHILLI pureed in the blender. OMG YES and only $1.60 with tax. (My inner fat girl is saying thank you god for something so good)

HW 320
CW 294.6
First 25 down! 18 since surgery 12/17!

Take chewable Pepcid! Twice a day. I was sleeved on the 18th as well, and I've been taking Pepcid every day since then...almost no heartburn and gas pain since the day after I left the hospital!

I had surgery 12/11/13. Still going through different changes. Acid reflux even when I take my medications. Cant handle dairy anymore. I however am getting creative with my vitamix. I have lost 27 lbs in 23 days. Thats exciting

Finally a doc that got it right. Coffee does NOT cause dehydration, it just doesn't add anything, the caffeine cancels out the Water intake. So don't count it.

Calls to ask the NUT a question and doc answered the phone himself.
Me: Doc, can I have coffee?
Doc: What kind?
Me: The good stuff!
Doc Hazelnut?
Me: Sure, as long as it has caffeine!
Doc: Sure. Just remember it's a diuretic and doesn't count toward your Fluid intake. Be mindful of the cream and sweetners you use.
Thank the Lord and Dr. Neff!

First, I'm sorry some are struggling through right now. I pray you feel better soon!
First week check up today (10 days post op). I'm down 8 lbs post post. Feeling awesome. Getting my Water and Protein in. I asked about eating crab (it's all I can think about!) and the nut moved me on to soft foods! I had chili at Wendy's as my first meal. I finished half a small and it was very satisfying!
I will be revising my weight loss goals as well, as the nut evaluated my lean body mass at 130lbs (I'm 5'6") so 162.5 seems like a reasonable goal (25% body fat). I think I'll round it down to 160lbs (instead of 154, my current goal) and have a couple pounds wiggle room.
Doc said I can remove the surgical glue. I'm so pleased with how my incisions are healing! Doc cleared me for basically whatever I want/need.
ME: Can I work out and lift weights?
Doc: Sure!
ME: Can I go back to work?
Doc: Sure! When would you like to go back?
ME: All done the blood thinner shots doc?
Doc:Yep!
I guess tomorrow will be a down day though, school is canceled on account of snow. I'm not walking outside or driving to the gym I think...unless I can get some crab legs while I am out!

First, I'm sorry some are struggling through right now. I pray you feel better soon!
First week check up today (10 days post op). I'm down 8 lbs post post. Feeling awesome. Getting my Water and Protein in. I asked about eating crab (it's all I can think about!) and the nut moved me on to soft foods! I had chili at Wendy's as my first meal. I finished half a small and it was very satisfying!
I will be revising my weight loss goals as well, as the nut evaluated my lean body mass at 130lbs (I'm 5'6") so 162.5 seems like a reasonable goal (25% body fat). I think I'll round it down to 160lbs (instead of 154, my current goal) and have a couple pounds wiggle room.
Doc said I can remove the surgical glue. I'm so pleased with how my incisions are healing! Doc cleared me for basically whatever I want/need.
ME: Can I work out and lift weights?
Doc: Sure!
ME: Can I go back to work?
Doc: Sure! When would you like to go back?
ME: All done the blood thinner shots doc?
Doc:Yep!
I guess tomorrow will be a down day though, school is canceled on account of snow. I'm not walking outside or driving to the gym I think...unless I can get some crab legs while I am out!