Cherich

I had mine stiched up at the time of my VSG.

The sleeve was invented as a first surgery before RNY. My doc says its as successful as RNY, without the negatives, like dumping. Also you are not losing weight through mal absorption. I liked that.
Though i have had great results, I have been far from an angel and have yet to start exercising. Joining Curves this week. Got a free membership with my health insurance. Still have 60 lbs to go, so I need to buckle down if I want to make it to goal by my anniversary date July 15th,

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

I'm 63 and had my sleeve surgery July 15th. Have lost 110 lbs. Deliberately haven't put any pictures on-line where my family would see them. Went to Calif. To visit 2 weeks ago. They didn't think it was me getting out of the car...lol. Before we left, my husband took me on a couple of shopping trips. He was so enthusiastic. I felt like his Barbie dol...lol. Still have about 50 lbs to go. Ate like a pig in Calif yet lost 3 lbs and 2 last week. All this and I haven't started exercising. I'm enrolling at Curves this week. Want to qualify for removal of my "apron" as soon as I can. In your 60's this truly is your last chance at a better quality of life. I'm going to be a Grandmother for the first time the week I turn 64. So happy I'll be healthy enough to enjoy it. No more C-pap and I'm down to 3 pills a day from 9! No longer require surgery on my knee. We don't need to feel guilty or weak. We literally don't have the time to lose weight through self control. This is only a tool. It is still our choice whether to eat healthily or not. It is NOT easy! However it does make it quicker. My husband is 8 years younger than I. He is so impressed he is making an appointment with the surgeon. He has already lost 150 pounds, but has been stalled for several years. Don't 2nd guess yourself! Remember that fear and excitement feel the same to your body...Just change your attitude to gratitude that you have this opportunity.

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

I'm 63 and had my sleeve surgery July 15th. Have lost 110 lbs. Deliberately haven't put any pictures on-line where my family would see them. Went to Calif. To visit 2 weeks ago. They didn't think it was me getting out of the car...lol. Before we left, my husband took me on a couple of shopping trips. He was so enthusiastic. I felt like his Barbie dol...lol. Still have about 50 lbs to go. Ate like a pig in Calif yet lost 3 lbs and 2 last week. All this and I haven't started exercising. I'm enrolling at Curves this week. Want to qualify for removal of my "apron" as soon as I can. In your 60's this truly is your last chance at a better quality of life. I'm going to be a Grandmother for the first time the week I turn 64. So happy I'll be healthy enough to enjoy it. No more C-pap and I'm down to 3 pills a day from 9! No longer require surgery on my knee. We don't need to feel guilty or weak. We literally don't have the time to lose weight through self control. This is only a tool. It is still our choice whether to eat healthily or not. It is NOT easy! However it does make it quicker. My husband is 8 years younger than I. He is so impressed he is making an appointment with the surgeon. He has already lost 150 pounds, but has been stalled for several years. Don't 2nd guess yourself! Remember that fear and excitement feel the same to your body...Just change your attitude to gratitude that you have this opportunity.

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

My husband is 8 years younger than I Am. I've always been paranoid of him wrighing less than me. I tried dieting twice and weighed even more. Then Medicare began to allow the sleeve. I was able to use my 2 diets as proof along with my hystory of a stroke and an arythmia. Well,...it's been 6 months and if you include the 10 pounds U lost in the two months before the pre-surgery diet, I've lost 104 pounds. Only 63 to go!

I had my surgery when I was 62...July 15, 2014. I lost 10 pounds in the 2 months before surgery by quitting sugar and caffine . As of yesterday, i have lost 100 pounds total And am dowm from a size 28 to an 18w. Making a big push to get to onederland by the end of March for my unveiling to my family in CA. Haven't put any pictures on line dince this adventure started. We live in KS. SUCH FUN! You'll love the new you.

Don't rush the food stages. It can hurt! Atfirst I could't stand being around anyone eating real food. I wasn't hungry, but longed for my old friend. I wanted to taste and feel texture. When I just couldn't stand it, I took a bite and spit it out. Usually I discovered it didn't taste rhe way I thougt it would. My sense of taste has been hightened and my tolerance for some of my old favorites is nil. I can't ear dairy products except yogurt and cheese. I can't tolerate pork, which was my favorite meat. Now one of my favorites is some really sharp cheddar cheese with some nice crispy apple dlices. Did my 4 month measurements today and cried when I saw my pictures! Yesterdsy my husband asked to take me clothes shopping!!! Wouldn't change any of this. The short lived pain...learning to eat all over like a baby...hair loss...is all nothing compared to what I have attained. Hang in there!!!! It's worth it!

I had my surgery July 15th. I never took pain meds after leaving the hospital and am embarrassed to say I havn't begun exercising. As of today, I've lost 70 pounds. I may be able to avoid knee surgery and am off cpap and only take 2 meds. Sometimes I miss being able to pig out...but I feel so much better. Bought my first new outfit last weekend and found myself between departments...lol. most plus sizes are too big and most regular 18s are too small. What a wonderful problem for a former size 26 to have! I'm not hungry and my biggest problem is getting in enough protien and Water. When I don't, I stall. I am experiencing Hair loss from not taking in enough Protein, but would gladly wear a wig the rest of my life, to feel this good! Remember your body cannot process the amino acids in protein without some fat in your diet. I've added some coconut oil to my diet in hopes of reducing hair loss. Another thing to remember: the day you had your surgery you were reborn. You are a baby. Don't expect to eat what the grownups eat. Give your body a break and take it slow.

Yeah it's weird - even though I'm not losing people still are telling me I'm looking thinner.. I think it's still shifting and adjusting ?! Time to get a little more serious . I'm bad about my Water intake and I still like sweets and candy is a problem ( lol). If I gave up sweets and drank more water it might do the trick .

I quit caffine and sugar before surgery, i still miss caffine. I wish .i had started exercising before surgery. I'm 3 1/2 mos post op and still havn't started. Luckily I've lost 70 pounds anyway!

I was just thinking about getting rid of some clothes. I bought my first new outfit last weekend. Started this journey a size 26 and discovered I'm between departments! Most plus sizes are too big and normal size 18 is too small. I'm thrilled to have this problem! Down 70 pounds in 16 weeks!!!

My husband is a classically trained chef. We moved to the Kansas City are from rural Kansas 3 weeks post op. Sometimes I miss being able to pig out, when something tastes terrific...but I'm never hungry so that helps, And I find nyself satisfied with being able to eat a bite or two.
I chickened out on surgery 3 times. The first 2 weeks post were tough, but I could feel huge imprrovement daily. Now I'm 10 weeks post and 60 pounds lighter. Glad I had the courage this time,
Courage...
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”
― Dale Carnegie

I got over my cravings a weird way. I chewed a bite and spit it out. Nothing tasted the way I thought it would and most cravings have ended. At first I couldn't sit at the table when others ate...now it doesn't bother me at all. I've found I can eat a bite or 2 of almost anything 10 weeks post surgery. It's amazing to never be hungry! Now I'm 60 pounds lighter and loving it!

My husband is a classically trained chef. We moved to the Kansas City are from rural Kansas 3 weeks post op. Sometimes I miss being able to pig out, when something tastes terrific...but I'm never hungry so that helps, And I find nyself satisfied with being able to eat a bite or two.
I chickened out on surgery 3 times. The first 2 weeks post were tough, but I could feel huge imprrovement daily. Now I'm 10 weeks post and 60 pounds lighter. Glad I had the courage this time,
Courage...
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”
― Dale Carnegie

My husband is a classically trained chef. We moved to the Kansas City are from rural Kansas 3 weeks post op. Sometimes I miss being able to pig out, when something tastes terrific...but I'm never hungry so that helps, And I find nyself satisfied with being able to eat a bite or two.
I chickened out on surgery 3 times. The first 2 weeks post were tough, but I could feel huge imprrovement daily. Now I'm 10 weeks post and 60 pounds lighter. Glad I had the courage this time,
Courage...
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”
― Dale Carnegie

I got over my cravings a weird way. I chewed a bite and spit it out. Nothing tasted the way I thought it would and most cravings have ended. At first I couldn't sit at the table when others ate...now it doesn't bother me at all. I've found I can eat a bite or 2 of almost anything 10 weeks post surgery. It's amazing to never be hungry! Now I'm 60 pounds lighter and loving it!

Often when we are trying to change a long standing behavior that no longer serves our Highest Good we are really hard on ourselves if we don't do it fast enough or "perfectly enough." We think that by giving ourselves a good stern lecture and punishing ourselves when we "mess up" we will be more likely to change.


You say things like "That's the last piece of candy I'll ever eat...I need to
exercise 10 hours today to make up for my messing up yesterday. I know better
I should do better. I must be an idiot. I don't deserve to succeed
for being so stupid. I'm disgusted with myself, etc."
This actually helps to perpetuate the "messed up" behavior instead
of diminishing it.
When you are struggling to change a behavior of which you
desperately want to be free (i.e. compulsive eating, chronic
care-taking, gossiping, smoking, gambling, drinking,
disorganization, etc), you need an emotional hug, not a beating.
When you love yourself through the rough moments your heart
softens, anxieties dissipate, and your struggle is transmuted into
acceptance and growth. You give yourself the space and freedom to
breathe and feel and be. It is from this place that you connect
with your authentic self; the Divine. It is from this place that you receive the inspiration and guidance and make manifest your grandest dreams!
Affirmations:
I am perfect in this moment!
I love myself unconditionally!
I say only kind and loving things to and about myself!
I always 'show up for me' when I am struggling to change...
AND
When I really 'show up for me' I no longer feel like I am "struggling"!
Live in Love!
Louisa

The first 2 weeks after surgery weren't much fun...but every day I could see drastic changes in my improvement. I'm 2 months out now and kinda wish I could still have such drastic improvement. just settling for 2 pounds a week. I've lost 50 pounds...so no complaints!

The first 2 weeks after surgery weren't much fun...but every day I could see drastic changes in my improvement. I'm 2 months out now and kinda wish I could still have such drastic improvement. just settling for 2 pounds a week. I've lost 50 pounds...so no complaints!

The first 2 weeks after surgery weren't much fun...but every day I could see drastic changes in my improvement. I'm 2 months out now and kinda wish I could still have such drastic improvement. just settling for 2 pounds a week. I've lost 50 pounds...so no complaints!