nasirah21

Hi Leile,
Guess what, I hate it too. LOL!!! But as we all know it's necessary for so many health benefits. Before I had surgery, I had diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and issues with my ankle swelling when I walked. Even when I was dieting and workout regularly I would see little to no results. And I would be in pain at times from the exercise itself. But once I started losing weight I felt better , I could move and I had more energy so I wanted to do more. The key is you have to fine something that you enjoy doing. I hate the treadmill, but I enjoy walking outside. So that's what I do. I go walking on trails in my community. I put my headphones on and just go. When my husbands available we go together and if not I just go. I really enjoy it. It helps me clear my mind and just focus on me during that time. I get to be selfish in that time and that's ok for me to do. Being a wife and mom, we are so focused on taking care of others, we tend to let ourselves go and don't take care of us. That is a big part of how many of us got into the cycle of obesity. Not taking care of us. If we don't make us a priority, who is going to be around to take care of our loved ones. So we must change to way we think and be a little selfish so we can be the best us possible so we can be here as long as possible. Anyway back to the point LOL, I found that I have more energy and I'm not tired anymore so I find myself wanting to try new activities. When I lift weighs I feel more powerful. As your losing weight you discover its so many more things you can do and that drives you to want to do new things. I shoveled snow a few weeks ago. Not that, that's a great thing but it was for me because a year ago I couldn't do to my weight. Now, I was moving like I was a snow plow. LOL, my hubby stopped and looked at me and I asked what's wrong, he said I'm just amazed at you, I'm tired and out of breath and you're moving like a machine. The funny thing is that I had not realized it until he pointed it out to me. The point is find something you like and enjoy and just get moving. Dancing, swimming, whatever, you have so many new things to explore. It doesn't have to be traditional exercise like in gym or at home. As long as your moving and having fun, you'll want to do it again. Oh yeah, and all my health issues, gone. And momma's got her Sexy back. All the motivation I need to keep going.
Erica

Hi Leile,
Guess what, I hate it too. LOL!!! But as we all know it's necessary for so many health benefits. Before I had surgery, I had diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and issues with my ankle swelling when I walked. Even when I was dieting and workout regularly I would see little to no results. And I would be in pain at times from the exercise itself. But once I started losing weight I felt better , I could move and I had more energy so I wanted to do more. The key is you have to fine something that you enjoy doing. I hate the treadmill, but I enjoy walking outside. So that's what I do. I go walking on trails in my community. I put my headphones on and just go. When my husbands available we go together and if not I just go. I really enjoy it. It helps me clear my mind and just focus on me during that time. I get to be selfish in that time and that's ok for me to do. Being a wife and mom, we are so focused on taking care of others, we tend to let ourselves go and don't take care of us. That is a big part of how many of us got into the cycle of obesity. Not taking care of us. If we don't make us a priority, who is going to be around to take care of our loved ones. So we must change to way we think and be a little selfish so we can be the best us possible so we can be here as long as possible. Anyway back to the point LOL, I found that I have more energy and I'm not tired anymore so I find myself wanting to try new activities. When I lift weighs I feel more powerful. As your losing weight you discover its so many more things you can do and that drives you to want to do new things. I shoveled snow a few weeks ago. Not that, that's a great thing but it was for me because a year ago I couldn't do to my weight. Now, I was moving like I was a snow plow. LOL, my hubby stopped and looked at me and I asked what's wrong, he said I'm just amazed at you, I'm tired and out of breath and you're moving like a machine. The funny thing is that I had not realized it until he pointed it out to me. The point is find something you like and enjoy and just get moving. Dancing, swimming, whatever, you have so many new things to explore. It doesn't have to be traditional exercise like in gym or at home. As long as your moving and having fun, you'll want to do it again. Oh yeah, and all my health issues, gone. And momma's got her Sexy back. All the motivation I need to keep going.
Erica

Hi Leile,
Guess what, I hate it too. LOL!!! But as we all know it's necessary for so many health benefits. Before I had surgery, I had diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and issues with my ankle swelling when I walked. Even when I was dieting and workout regularly I would see little to no results. And I would be in pain at times from the exercise itself. But once I started losing weight I felt better , I could move and I had more energy so I wanted to do more. The key is you have to fine something that you enjoy doing. I hate the treadmill, but I enjoy walking outside. So that's what I do. I go walking on trails in my community. I put my headphones on and just go. When my husbands available we go together and if not I just go. I really enjoy it. It helps me clear my mind and just focus on me during that time. I get to be selfish in that time and that's ok for me to do. Being a wife and mom, we are so focused on taking care of others, we tend to let ourselves go and don't take care of us. That is a big part of how many of us got into the cycle of obesity. Not taking care of us. If we don't make us a priority, who is going to be around to take care of our loved ones. So we must change to way we think and be a little selfish so we can be the best us possible so we can be here as long as possible. Anyway back to the point LOL, I found that I have more energy and I'm not tired anymore so I find myself wanting to try new activities. When I lift weighs I feel more powerful. As your losing weight you discover its so many more things you can do and that drives you to want to do new things. I shoveled snow a few weeks ago. Not that, that's a great thing but it was for me because a year ago I couldn't do to my weight. Now, I was moving like I was a snow plow. LOL, my hubby stopped and looked at me and I asked what's wrong, he said I'm just amazed at you, I'm tired and out of breath and you're moving like a machine. The funny thing is that I had not realized it until he pointed it out to me. The point is find something you like and enjoy and just get moving. Dancing, swimming, whatever, you have so many new things to explore. It doesn't have to be traditional exercise like in gym or at home. As long as your moving and having fun, you'll want to do it again. Oh yeah, and all my health issues, gone. And momma's got her Sexy back. All the motivation I need to keep going.
Erica

Hi Leile,
Guess what, I hate it too. LOL!!! But as we all know it's necessary for so many health benefits. Before I had surgery, I had diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and issues with my ankle swelling when I walked. Even when I was dieting and workout regularly I would see little to no results. And I would be in pain at times from the exercise itself. But once I started losing weight I felt better , I could move and I had more energy so I wanted to do more. The key is you have to fine something that you enjoy doing. I hate the treadmill, but I enjoy walking outside. So that's what I do. I go walking on trails in my community. I put my headphones on and just go. When my husbands available we go together and if not I just go. I really enjoy it. It helps me clear my mind and just focus on me during that time. I get to be selfish in that time and that's ok for me to do. Being a wife and mom, we are so focused on taking care of others, we tend to let ourselves go and don't take care of us. That is a big part of how many of us got into the cycle of obesity. Not taking care of us. If we don't make us a priority, who is going to be around to take care of our loved ones. So we must change to way we think and be a little selfish so we can be the best us possible so we can be here as long as possible. Anyway back to the point LOL, I found that I have more energy and I'm not tired anymore so I find myself wanting to try new activities. When I lift weighs I feel more powerful. As your losing weight you discover its so many more things you can do and that drives you to want to do new things. I shoveled snow a few weeks ago. Not that, that's a great thing but it was for me because a year ago I couldn't do to my weight. Now, I was moving like I was a snow plow. LOL, my hubby stopped and looked at me and I asked what's wrong, he said I'm just amazed at you, I'm tired and out of breath and you're moving like a machine. The funny thing is that I had not realized it until he pointed it out to me. The point is find something you like and enjoy and just get moving. Dancing, swimming, whatever, you have so many new things to explore. It doesn't have to be traditional exercise like in gym or at home. As long as your moving and having fun, you'll want to do it again. Oh yeah, and all my health issues, gone. And momma's got her Sexy back. All the motivation I need to keep going.
Erica

Hi Leile,
Guess what, I hate it too. LOL!!! But as we all know it's necessary for so many health benefits. Before I had surgery, I had diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and issues with my ankle swelling when I walked. Even when I was dieting and workout regularly I would see little to no results. And I would be in pain at times from the exercise itself. But once I started losing weight I felt better , I could move and I had more energy so I wanted to do more. The key is you have to fine something that you enjoy doing. I hate the treadmill, but I enjoy walking outside. So that's what I do. I go walking on trails in my community. I put my headphones on and just go. When my husbands available we go together and if not I just go. I really enjoy it. It helps me clear my mind and just focus on me during that time. I get to be selfish in that time and that's ok for me to do. Being a wife and mom, we are so focused on taking care of others, we tend to let ourselves go and don't take care of us. That is a big part of how many of us got into the cycle of obesity. Not taking care of us. If we don't make us a priority, who is going to be around to take care of our loved ones. So we must change to way we think and be a little selfish so we can be the best us possible so we can be here as long as possible. Anyway back to the point LOL, I found that I have more energy and I'm not tired anymore so I find myself wanting to try new activities. When I lift weighs I feel more powerful. As your losing weight you discover its so many more things you can do and that drives you to want to do new things. I shoveled snow a few weeks ago. Not that, that's a great thing but it was for me because a year ago I couldn't do to my weight. Now, I was moving like I was a snow plow. LOL, my hubby stopped and looked at me and I asked what's wrong, he said I'm just amazed at you, I'm tired and out of breath and you're moving like a machine. The funny thing is that I had not realized it until he pointed it out to me. The point is find something you like and enjoy and just get moving. Dancing, swimming, whatever, you have so many new things to explore. It doesn't have to be traditional exercise like in gym or at home. As long as your moving and having fun, you'll want to do it again. Oh yeah, and all my health issues, gone. And momma's got her Sexy back. All the motivation I need to keep going.
Erica

Eggplant is definitely on the menu at my house. You can cut up the insides and saute it with other veggies you have.
The way we fix it here is to saute some ground beef, onion, and garlic and add cut up eggplant. Add enough of your favorite spaghetti sauce to make it kinda thick. Take your hollowed out eggplant halves and stuff them with the mixture. Bake at 350 degrees until the eggplant shell is tender. You could sprinkle mozerella or other cheese on it to increase the Protein.

Far from the easy way out. We all know the truth! This is YOUR life and YOUR body, who gives a crap what "they" say. If you want it, then be happy and we will support you! Best of luck!

@@Shellbell619 I'm beginning to think it's just something people say like when your pregnant and the first thing people ask is "is it your first"? I heard that so many times about Not needing surgery it was ridiculous. I was 267lbs at what point do I need surgery then? Once I'm dead? Yep she should have had surgery. Lol! Just say thanks and move it along....unfortunately for them you get to decide that.

And see, I would have wanted to say, "I know we are about the same size! Have you considered weight loss surgery?" Lol

Your vacation sounds relaxing. If you do plan on swimming, make sure your incisions are fully closed and just check with your surgeon to make sure it's ok. Also I don't know what your diet will be two weeks post-op but for me I was full liquids and starting puree. Make sure you bring the food you will need for whatever stage of eating you will be on and your Vitamins and pills. Have fun

Also try Yoplait 100 greek yogurts. They have less sugar and more Protein.< /p>

Congratulations,
Everything will go smoothly and I hope you have a speedy recovery. Make sure you walk as much as possible. It will help to prevent clots and with gas pains. Here's to the new you

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your support. It really helped!!! The surgery went great. I did have a small hernia the Dr. Wynn repaired during the process. The whole surgery took about 45mins. I came home the next night because I meet all the requirements to be dicharged. I didn't have to much pain from the surgery itself. My pain was from gas and really bad nausca.Walking will help with the gas but the nausca was bit more to get under controll for me. they have me every med they could but they didn't help to much. Finally the switched my pain meds which were added to the nausca and they gave me this patch to put behind my ear.After that the nausca started to die down. So now I'm recovering better. I'm finding it difficut to get in all my fluids because I'm not hungry but I know I have to try. Does everyone feel this weird sensation when you are drinking and does it go away? It it because of the gas? I guess its like your trying to get it down and the gas is trying to push it back up at the same time. Thoughts?

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

Good morning everyone,
Well I'm at the hospital and waiting to get rolled back for my sleeve. So excited and just ready to be post-op with my sleeve. It's be along journey getting here but I've a lot along the way????. Enjoy your day and best wishes to everyone getting sleeved today.

You will do awesome!!!! I get sleeved on June 30,2015, so I think I'm a day ahead of you. The nerves haven't kicked in yet. I just ready to be on the other side of it now as a post-op. I do have health issue so that's why I'm doing it. This forum and watching youtube and researching have really helped take the edge off in getting me prepared. I'm sure you have done the same so I know you are more that ready. So sit back and enjoy the ride, LOL!!! You have done everything you needed to do.

Hugs, Hugs ,Hugs, you will do so great and it will be over and you'll be up in recovery in no time. Keep positive thoughts and hope you have a speedy recovery.