VSG Davis

I told/tell everyone - i gathered up co-workers & I posted to all my friends on FB - I know someone that had it but has not said anything and people approach them all the time with oh my God how did you lose all the weight? - what's your secret? - what diet are you on? I don't want to go the rest of my life having to make something up as a response. I did this for MY life & MY health not for anyone else if they don't understand they can feel free to waste their time pondering - I won't waste one minute on explanations I've got my new life to live.

Hey Davis,

I am not going tonight, my kids are sick. I feel bad leaving them with my mom when they are sick. I will be there in January. Are you going? If you see the others send them my regards!

I went to see Maria today I am down 31 lbs! So excited! I am feeling pretty good. I registered for the 6 week class in the surgeons office, they said it is not given in Greenwich. Jan 26 at 1pm.

How are you feeling? 2 weeks already crazy right? I hope to talk to you soon!

Hi Michelle - There was no meeting this week - I think the next one is 1/6. That's awesome 31lbs. The class is 6wks long in the afternoons? Those are too early for me. I went today also I'm down 29lbs and can move on to next stage of nutrition. Keep up the good work.

it's definitley normal to feel that way - I was all over the place emotionally once I arrived at the hospital and was going through pre-op everything seemed to calm down. Keep to the program prescribed for you & everything will be fine. I am 13 days Sleeved & it's the best decision of my life. Good Luck to you

Great post - Thank you

What kind of Protein shakes are you using? I am going to try and flavor my shakes...that's a great idea. I agree 100% about the week of discomfort being worth it! I am excited too, everyone I speak to says by 1 month you will be loving life lol!

I have not heard from the rest of the group, I wanted to get their numbers before we left but everyone left before me lol. Hopefully we will see them at the support group.

The powder i get is called ProtiZyme they have a few diff flavors. Do you know which support group you are going to next? are you going to the support group on the 30th or are you going to wait until Jan?

Hi Davis,

Yes I did I am going on the 30th at 9:30. I am good, still can't get all the Protein in, kinda sick of the shakes. How are you doing?

I'm going on the 30th also 3:30 - I'm actually doing pretty well have been able to get my 8 to 10oz of Protein down - I was getting a little bored to but ended up putting pumpkin spice & cinnamon in my shake to give it a different flavor then switched back to regular flavor. I've been getting more than the 64oz in of Water also - really excited def worth the few days/1wk of discomfort. Have you heard from any of the other group?

Thanks for sharing everyone - I'm coming up on 2nd wk post-op - I ended up sitting at the table with everyone while they ate their Manicotti, meatballs, garlic bread & salad whilst I sipped on my 4oz of Protein Shake. I'm glad I went that route so I could enjoy conversation & laughter - just one more celebration to get thru the 2014 holidays -

A major portion of your stomach is removed but...Your nose is still attached hahaha - I found myself a few times walking by the cafe in our office building and thinking "Man! that smells delish" - I was not hungry but could definitely remember how that tasted. - I was just wondering how everyone is/has handled Holiday meals - sit at the table or go off and do something until the meal is over?

Hi Michelle - How are you doing? we are almost at 2wks - did you get your appt made?

Congrats!

Agree -

I have mixed 2 different flavors of Protein for a couple days then go back to one - I figure it's only 2 wks - keep reminding myself I did this for a reason - keep the faith & stay the course - good luck

Amy - I'm sorry for your loss

I am so afraid of blood clots that my NUT said that I must walk at least 35-45 mins a day. That was my motivation. Yesterday the mall, today kohls.

I know it, those clots are scary - I even purchased a pair of compression socks in the infomercial section of the CVS - supposed to better the circulation & massage ur leg as ur walking

Get2chris 42oz's is really good - it's pretty interesting the different protocols that everyone has - did they do a leak test on you?

Davis this is Michelle from Greenwich .... How are you doing? Feeling better? I have a crazy question... Kate said to make one 9oz shake in the morning and then split it into 3 servings.... Do you think I can make 3 - 3oz shakes?

Hi Michelle - I'm doing better each day - I think she said make 9oz because we are putting 2 scoops of Protein in the shake & it's easier to get the correct grams ? As long as you think you can get the correct grams by making 3 individual shakes it should be fine - I have been pouring my shake into a 3oz Jello cup - I'm also using that same cup for Water - how are you doing?

Glad to hear everyone is doing well - does anyone have a hard time getting out of bed? I'm afraid I'm using my stomach too much

Amy and Davis so happy to gere you're both done on on your road to a healing healthier you's!

Thank you & good luck grandma2tweeties

Made it to the Post-Op side - Officially did my first Naked & Afraid hospital gown walk - thanks everyone for the good wishes

Surgery time is 8:15am it's now 7:40 - nurse here is great helping me come down from my anxiety - tick tock.,.

MORNING OF SURGERY!!! 3:51am showered and ready to go - once again Good Luck everyone - LET'S DO THIS!

I am also set up for tomorrow at 6:15! Feeling nervous but can't wait for tomorrow to be here and done!

I am right there with you - tomorrow can't come soon enough - good luck

One more day! It's early afternoon and I'm starving on clear liquids. Don't check in at hospital until 10 AM tomorrow. It's going to be a long day!

i know it - thank goodness for green Jello and Water

Don't forget to take a "before" photo and measurements today! I did my photo last night.

ohhh thanks for the reminder - Good luck to you also

I am the 15th - i am all over the place emotionally nervous one minute & excited the next - woohoo - good luck to everyone