DeniseNCC1701

My EKG came back abnormal under a week before surgery, and I had to do a stress test before I could be cleared for the procedure. I hope things work out for you, that stinks! Be well…

Anyone going to Star Trek Vegas this year? I'm unable to attend, though I will be in Vegas for business the week before. Ahh.. so close and yet so far! I went a couple of years ago when Leonard Nimoy made his final ST:VEGAS con appearance. I had a blast. I even wore at ST:TNG Admirals jacket when I had my picture taken with him. It was thrilling. Be well…

"just not doing it for me" Complications aren't going to do much for you either. Sorry to be blunt, but the surgeon doesn't give you guidelines for you to be so dismissive. It's tough, yes. It s*cks, actually. But you gotta do it to the best of your ability. Be well…

I had that a lot during my first two months or so, and I still get it to this day if I have something with too high a fat content. But it's calmed down quite a bit. My surgeon had advised that it's my body trying to figure everything out, and to try either a Fiber supplement or incorporating a little bit of vegetables now that I'm on full solids. I hope it improves for you as well! Be well…

Yes, hang in there, you're going to be just fine. I know a day or two after my surgery, I felt like s**t and had a major oh-my-god-what-have-I-done meltdown. My parents visited daily and drove me bananas (LOL). But by day 5 my head started to clear and I felt better about things. Just make sure you're getting in some Water, broth, and/or tea, and rest... please rest…your body is trying to figure out what the heck just happened. Be well…

@@ladykatie_ LOVE that Pterodactyl!!!!

I don't have tattoos yet, but I've designed two that I will get eventually. One is simply the letters LLAP with my surgery date. LLAP is "Live Long and Prosper" which is a Star Trek reference. I'm a big trekkie. That one will be on the inside of my right wrist. The other is a fishing tattoo, as I have a passion for fishing. That one will be on my inside forearm, and about 2 1/2".

Sorry, I was too distracted by that outfit you're wearing that I forgot all about the numbers. I wanna wear one of those someday and parade around somewhere! You look terrific, congratulations!

Look at you, sexy lady! Your smile says it all. You should be very proud! Congratulations!

I only told my parents (and I'm 49 now). But I went "public"on Facebook the morning of my surgery. My cousins were all supportive, and most of my friends. Some didn't comment at all, which is OK too. I guess we all perceive support differently. I know sometimes the support seems superficial, despite the truest of intentions. Just the other day, a co-worker commented how good I looked, and exclaimed "You know, you really have to watch your portions and now would be a good time to start good exercise program!" *sigh* She meant well, I know, but you get some that are all of sudden experts and others who think you're taking the easy way out. Find who works for you support-wise and stick to them like glue. Be well…

Congratulations on taking those critical steps towards change. Yes, as WLS patients, we need to address so much more than the few weeks of discomfort and doctors' eating plans. And if we don't address underlying issues along the way, we would have gotten to our goal(s) without really knowing how we got there. Good luck to all pursuing OA! Be well…

One of the things I keep reading over and over in posts is "how much did you loose in 3 days/weeks/minutes/nanoseconds?" and, of course, "I'm stalled for 3 days/weeks/minutes/nanoseconds please help!" I'll start by admitting that pre-op, I too looked at others results and did some number crunching in my head. I projected and I planned and I was hopeful. And in that respect, perhaps such posts have a powerful influence, since it can get one to pick up the phone and make that first call. But once that first step is taken, the journey becomes the individuals, and theirs alone. And no number crunching and projecting is going to change how one's own natural healing process is going to progress. So, I ask, what's your hurry? The road to the goal is not linear. We must acknowledge and embrace a process of push and pull, pros and cons, give and take, and ups and downs. And when we are feeling up, for heaven's sake, enjoy it! Cherish those moments. Every. Single. Second. Celebrate. Sing in the shower. Go fishing. Dance naked around the house. Build on that joy, because the effects are cumulative. And it will get you through times when things are not so optimal. Trust the process. Before you know it, you'll be dancing/singing/celebrating once again. So, I'll ask again, what's your hurry? I believe in setting goals. I believe in developing a clear vision of a healthy future. But it's in the journey, the process, and the day-to-day choices where the real transformation occurs. And if one is not enjoying every "up" second of that process, and working through every "down" second, they would have gotten to their goal without really knowing how they got there. So, in conclusion I ask, what's your hurry?

@@jenpez No worries about hijacking and… @@obramj Jenpez offered some great suggestions… pretty much what I would have written myself. It's critical that you build a support team around you now to help you back up. I hope you are able to find the strength to push through this rough time. I may be a complete stranger, but I know you can do it. And I know it's in you. Dig deep! Be well, everyone…

@@jenpez Valid points, indeed, thank you! Though I still maintain that one must embrace and enjoy the journey. The physical passage of time is a constant. How we perceive it is not. Be well…

My surgery was on a Monday. The first few days were rough, but by Saturday, I was feeling much better. I was back to work that Monday (one week post-op) and fishing the following weekend. I admit that I was blessed with a little luck. Be well…

Hello everyone, I just wanted to share some good news. I had lots of bloodwork done for my 3-month post-op and I reviewed the results with my PCP this morning: I'm diabetic, and my A1C at the end of January was 12.2%. One month post-op I was 9.6%. Now I'm at 6.4% and that's with being able to cut my medications by over 65%. My doctor thinks I'll be cured by the end of the year. I'm skeptical, but am very hopeful. My triglycerides dropped by 50% and are pts away from being normal. Much to my surprise, my total cholesterol didn't budge. My doctor says my body is still trying to figure things out, and to give it more time. In January, my liver and kidney enzymes were elevated, not a good sign of what my future held. Now those numbers are normal. THAT's WHAT I'M TALKIN' ABOUT! And as of this morning, I'm down 78.4lbs. If I'm lucky, I'll hit 80lbs down by the time I see my surgeon Thursday next week. Thank you for letting me share. Be well…

@@jenn1 No worries, my friend. I wasn't offended! As a matter of fact, I laughed out loud!

What a great post! First, congratulations on renewing your vows with your husband, that's wonderful. I'm currently on my "honeymoon" with my sleeve, and I have concerns about how I will be over time. I don't dwell on it. But posts like this are encouraging and eye-opening. And I remain hopeful. Thank you. Be well…

@@Ginger Snaps pretty much sums out how I feel about that post as well. Be it bodybuilding, aerobics, dance, yoga, walking the dog, or fishing (had to get that in there), do what you love, and do it with passion, gratitude and consistency, and the results will follow. Be well…

@starspring "So, it's only 10lbs in a month and a half." Please eliminate the word only from you vocabulary. Now you have "So, it's 10lbs in a month and a half" And while that might not be the numbers you are looking for, it's still 10lbs. And add me to the list of people here saying please focus on your nutrition. Have you explored Protein waters? I hope you start feeling better real soon, and this all becomes a distant memory. Be well…

If possible, can you have two therapists? Building the most powerful support team you have is so critical. Be well…

@@InfiniteButterfly I do yoga too! I can see how your doctors might not want you doing any sun salutations or inversions, but can you do some simple standing postures like tree pose, chair pose or table against a wall? Those would be great to start building balance! Be well…

The first thing I had when I went from full liquids to pureed was scrambled egg whites (with sriracha sauce). Best darned thing in the world at the time. And to this day, I have egg white omelets every single morning. They have been a godsend to me. Be well…

@@Miss Mac Beautifully stated. Wrapping our heads around the process, walking the walk, etc... is where's it at, sistah. @@TonyaMac Outstanding! I read your post and grinned broadly from ear to ear. You will be (and already are) a hero to many. Enjoy it! Be well…

Look at you, sexy lady! Your joy is evident in your beautiful smile. You should be very proud, and I'm glad you are so happy… congratulations! Be well…