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Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

Thought I would share my success:
So, this morning I had to try about 20 outfits to find one that was not falling off me! There is a big pile of clothes that don't fit on my bed.
In the past, it was the reverse! The pile would consist of clothes that were too tight!
Not a single pair of my office pants fits me anymore. So, I am going to use my 30% kohls coupon today to buy a couple of pairs to ride me over.
Down from pant size 22 to 16!
YAY!

I'm surprised by the "I only lose 1-2 pounds per week" comments...that's all I lose, and I'm very pleased with it. How much do you think you're supposed to be losing?!?

This is one of the main issue that we have with WLS. We expect the weight to just fall off constantly. It does not happen that way after a few months ( honeymoon period )
You should feel really good and proud of yourself for losing any amount of weight. It is all good. 1 lb or 20 lbs! As long as you are going down who cares....Your health and well being are the most important issue here. Your adding anxiety to your journey that does not need to be there....
Put the scale away and look at your clothes and how you feel as a measuring stick....The scale is our enemy most of the time....
Like you said you are still on track...Stay there and the weight will move again...But the scale needs to be out of the picture until you are at maintenance... No one ever listens to me regarding that. I only get weighed at the Dr. office....
Now that I am at goal I weigh about every 2 weeks when my hubby forces me too. He is worried that I will lose more weight...lol

As Patsy said, everyone is different, but from my experience:
Pain was helped by drugs at the hospital but walking helped the most! I walked inside my house and increased the walk by a half a min to a minute every time I got up. Try to walk just a little every time you get up for any reason.
Don't worry too much about calories, Protein etc. for the first couple of days. Concentrate on sipping slowly every few mins. I used the same trick that patsy mentioned. Drink every 15 mins with the timer. I had Nausea in the hospital but the meds helped with that.
Don't be afraid to ask for help! When in doubt call you doctor. Post here on the site. Ask your family to help you out!
One more thing. No matter how bad it seems the first few days, it does get better! Good luck!

Hello friends!
It's my Birthday today! I am 42 today and haven't felt this healthy since I was 20.
As of this morning, my wt. is 220.6 pounds, down from my HW of 265!
So, I want to share my thoughts/experiences about the topic of food and fun based on this weekend and plans for today:
Social event # 1:
This past weekend we had some friends over for an overnight stay. I had a full house with 7 adults and 5 kids. Spent almost all day Saturday cooking. First of all, 6 weeks out of surgery, it is pretty darn amazing that I cooked up a storm and did not feel any pain!
I did not taste the food I was cooking, no licks, no tastes! My hubby was glad to help with that part .
When everyone was enjoying the appetizers, I was sipping my Isopure and had a have an Avocado.
While playing cards with friends for fun, I had 3 Organic Strawberries and continued to drink Water.
At night for a late dinner, I had a spoon of some of the veggies I had made only because I had already fulfilled my Protein requirements for the day. No dessert for me! Sunday morning, made Breakfast for everyone while enjoying my Protein shake and had a Faye non-fat yogurt while everyone was having Breakfast. But I had a blast with my friends! Playing cards, watching movies, staying up to chat.
Social event # 2:
Sunday evening, BBQ at my brother's house for my Birthday. I had a drumstick, .5 oz pork loin, one disc of grilled yellow squash and 3-4 Edamame Beans. My niece made a cake for me and I had a very small bite to make her happy.
Main event: My Birthday today:
My wonderful hubby and lovely daughters decided that we should go to Dave and Busters tonight. A little bit of food and a lot of fun!
I did not feel deprived or depressed. I guess working with a psychologist about meaning of food in my life is helping Moral of the weekend? FOOD DOES NOT EQUAL FUN!
Did I mention that no one outside of my hubby and kids know of my surgery? People think and see what they want to see. They see me losing weight. They can think whatever they want. I do not owe them any answers. But they did notice how I eat and commented, "No wonder you are losing weight. You eat like a mouse. Good for you!"
One last thing, my Birthday gift for myself: Starting to work with a personal trainer from tomorrow, twice a week! YAY!
Life is good! Can't wait for the Onederland!
Take Care all!

Hello friends!
It's my Birthday today! I am 42 today and haven't felt this healthy since I was 20.
As of this morning, my wt. is 220.6 pounds, down from my HW of 265!
So, I want to share my thoughts/experiences about the topic of food and fun based on this weekend and plans for today:
Social event # 1:
This past weekend we had some friends over for an overnight stay. I had a full house with 7 adults and 5 kids. Spent almost all day Saturday cooking. First of all, 6 weeks out of surgery, it is pretty darn amazing that I cooked up a storm and did not feel any pain!
I did not taste the food I was cooking, no licks, no tastes! My hubby was glad to help with that part .
When everyone was enjoying the appetizers, I was sipping my Isopure and had a have an Avocado.
While playing cards with friends for fun, I had 3 Organic Strawberries and continued to drink Water.
At night for a late dinner, I had a spoon of some of the veggies I had made only because I had already fulfilled my Protein requirements for the day. No dessert for me! Sunday morning, made Breakfast for everyone while enjoying my Protein shake and had a Faye non-fat yogurt while everyone was having Breakfast. But I had a blast with my friends! Playing cards, watching movies, staying up to chat.
Social event # 2:
Sunday evening, BBQ at my brother's house for my Birthday. I had a drumstick, .5 oz pork loin, one disc of grilled yellow squash and 3-4 Edamame Beans. My niece made a cake for me and I had a very small bite to make her happy.
Main event: My Birthday today:
My wonderful hubby and lovely daughters decided that we should go to Dave and Busters tonight. A little bit of food and a lot of fun!
I did not feel deprived or depressed. I guess working with a psychologist about meaning of food in my life is helping Moral of the weekend? FOOD DOES NOT EQUAL FUN!
Did I mention that no one outside of my hubby and kids know of my surgery? People think and see what they want to see. They see me losing weight. They can think whatever they want. I do not owe them any answers. But they did notice how I eat and commented, "No wonder you are losing weight. You eat like a mouse. Good for you!"
One last thing, my Birthday gift for myself: Starting to work with a personal trainer from tomorrow, twice a week! YAY!
Life is good! Can't wait for the Onederland!
Take Care all!

Hello friends!
It's my Birthday today! I am 42 today and haven't felt this healthy since I was 20.
As of this morning, my wt. is 220.6 pounds, down from my HW of 265!
So, I want to share my thoughts/experiences about the topic of food and fun based on this weekend and plans for today:
Social event # 1:
This past weekend we had some friends over for an overnight stay. I had a full house with 7 adults and 5 kids. Spent almost all day Saturday cooking. First of all, 6 weeks out of surgery, it is pretty darn amazing that I cooked up a storm and did not feel any pain!
I did not taste the food I was cooking, no licks, no tastes! My hubby was glad to help with that part .
When everyone was enjoying the appetizers, I was sipping my Isopure and had a have an Avocado.
While playing cards with friends for fun, I had 3 Organic Strawberries and continued to drink Water.
At night for a late dinner, I had a spoon of some of the veggies I had made only because I had already fulfilled my Protein requirements for the day. No dessert for me! Sunday morning, made Breakfast for everyone while enjoying my Protein shake and had a Faye non-fat yogurt while everyone was having Breakfast. But I had a blast with my friends! Playing cards, watching movies, staying up to chat.
Social event # 2:
Sunday evening, BBQ at my brother's house for my Birthday. I had a drumstick, .5 oz pork loin, one disc of grilled yellow squash and 3-4 Edamame Beans. My niece made a cake for me and I had a very small bite to make her happy.
Main event: My Birthday today:
My wonderful hubby and lovely daughters decided that we should go to Dave and Busters tonight. A little bit of food and a lot of fun!
I did not feel deprived or depressed. I guess working with a psychologist about meaning of food in my life is helping Moral of the weekend? FOOD DOES NOT EQUAL FUN!
Did I mention that no one outside of my hubby and kids know of my surgery? People think and see what they want to see. They see me losing weight. They can think whatever they want. I do not owe them any answers. But they did notice how I eat and commented, "No wonder you are losing weight. You eat like a mouse. Good for you!"
One last thing, my Birthday gift for myself: Starting to work with a personal trainer from tomorrow, twice a week! YAY!
Life is good! Can't wait for the Onederland!
Take Care all!

As Patsy said, everyone is different, but from my experience:
Pain was helped by drugs at the hospital but walking helped the most! I walked inside my house and increased the walk by a half a min to a minute every time I got up. Try to walk just a little every time you get up for any reason.
Don't worry too much about calories, Protein etc. for the first couple of days. Concentrate on sipping slowly every few mins. I used the same trick that patsy mentioned. Drink every 15 mins with the timer. I had Nausea in the hospital but the meds helped with that.
Don't be afraid to ask for help! When in doubt call you doctor. Post here on the site. Ask your family to help you out!
One more thing. No matter how bad it seems the first few days, it does get better! Good luck!

Good morning, Friends!
Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful Father's & Husbands!
I have been posting pain issues on this board so thought I would give you all an update.
I am almost better now. The excruciating pain that I had last week is almost all gone. The pain was on the left upper quadrant going back to my ribs. Once docs ruled out anything bad, I just waited it out and walked as much as I could.
One important thing I learnt was that no matter how "routine" the pain seems by reading about other peoples' experiences, call the doctor! Ask questions, get tests done to remove all doubts! Everyone is different. My pain was luckily just a part of healing but yours could be something that needs attention! Don't ignore any symptoms that are out of the ordinary. Not worth it!
Now on the wt. loss:
HW: 258 SW: 238 CW: 224
14 pounds lost in 5 wks and 2 days since surgery. Not much by many VSG standards but I am very happy! Slow and steady wins the race!
Now off to Arlington Race Course to spend a wonderful Father's Day with my family! Have fun and stay healthy!

Good morning, Friends!
Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful Father's & Husbands!
I have been posting pain issues on this board so thought I would give you all an update.
I am almost better now. The excruciating pain that I had last week is almost all gone. The pain was on the left upper quadrant going back to my ribs. Once docs ruled out anything bad, I just waited it out and walked as much as I could.
One important thing I learnt was that no matter how "routine" the pain seems by reading about other peoples' experiences, call the doctor! Ask questions, get tests done to remove all doubts! Everyone is different. My pain was luckily just a part of healing but yours could be something that needs attention! Don't ignore any symptoms that are out of the ordinary. Not worth it!
Now on the wt. loss:
HW: 258 SW: 238 CW: 224
14 pounds lost in 5 wks and 2 days since surgery. Not much by many VSG standards but I am very happy! Slow and steady wins the race!
Now off to Arlington Race Course to spend a wonderful Father's Day with my family! Have fun and stay healthy!

Good morning, Friends!
Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful Father's & Husbands!
I have been posting pain issues on this board so thought I would give you all an update.
I am almost better now. The excruciating pain that I had last week is almost all gone. The pain was on the left upper quadrant going back to my ribs. Once docs ruled out anything bad, I just waited it out and walked as much as I could.
One important thing I learnt was that no matter how "routine" the pain seems by reading about other peoples' experiences, call the doctor! Ask questions, get tests done to remove all doubts! Everyone is different. My pain was luckily just a part of healing but yours could be something that needs attention! Don't ignore any symptoms that are out of the ordinary. Not worth it!
Now on the wt. loss:
HW: 258 SW: 238 CW: 224
14 pounds lost in 5 wks and 2 days since surgery. Not much by many VSG standards but I am very happy! Slow and steady wins the race!
Now off to Arlington Race Course to spend a wonderful Father's Day with my family! Have fun and stay healthy!

Good morning, Friends!
Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful Father's & Husbands!
I have been posting pain issues on this board so thought I would give you all an update.
I am almost better now. The excruciating pain that I had last week is almost all gone. The pain was on the left upper quadrant going back to my ribs. Once docs ruled out anything bad, I just waited it out and walked as much as I could.
One important thing I learnt was that no matter how "routine" the pain seems by reading about other peoples' experiences, call the doctor! Ask questions, get tests done to remove all doubts! Everyone is different. My pain was luckily just a part of healing but yours could be something that needs attention! Don't ignore any symptoms that are out of the ordinary. Not worth it!
Now on the wt. loss:
HW: 258 SW: 238 CW: 224
14 pounds lost in 5 wks and 2 days since surgery. Not much by many VSG standards but I am very happy! Slow and steady wins the race!
Now off to Arlington Race Course to spend a wonderful Father's Day with my family! Have fun and stay healthy!

I got sleeved on May 9th. So far, I have lost 7 pounds post op. Can't say it's not been stressful. But, more on that later. First an update on how I am doing:

Incisions healed! Pain is minimal!
Able to get in most of my fluids and more than 80 gm of Protein most days.
Some fatigue and weakness is still there but getting better each day.
Nerve damage to left arm due to a bad IV is healed almost 80%.
Starting to move more and feel positive most days.
NO REGRETS!
Now onto my slow weight loss:

I visited my doctor 2 days ago and asked his PA about losing only 7 pounds so far. Her words? "WOW, you lost 7 pounds!". That does put things in perspective.

I feel that reading all the posts about quick wt. loss set some unrealistic expectations for me earlier.

I forgot that all bodies are different! I have always been a slow loser. But I have never been able to lose 7 pounds in 2 weeks. THAT MAKES IT 28 POUNDS LOSS SINCE I STARTED MY PRE-OP DIET! What more can I ask for?

I also remember feeling proud if I ever lost 2 pounds in a week in my previous life before the surgery, so, why be negative about it now? 7 pounds is 7 pounds! It's 28 sticks of butter! It's one whole infant!

And what else was I ignoring in all of this? My clothes are getting loser. This past weekend, I had to sit on floor for an event and was able to squat for 40 minutes before I had to change my position. In the past, I could not squat for more than 5 mins! Oh, and one more thing. I can cross my legs now!

I had about 100 lbs to lose when I started this journey. I am more that 1/4th of the way there!

I am sure I will still be complaining about slow weight loss sometime in the future again but right now, it feels good to put things in a positive light.

I will continue to follow the plan. As long as weight is headed in the right direction, I am going to try not to worry about it too much!

Hope everyone is doing well! Try to look at the positive! Think good thoughts!