Kelcybo

I am from Buffalo, N. Y.

Congratulations you look great...

Great job, you look good.

MzBlaze36, all I can say is awesome. You look absolutely beautiful. Great job... Care to share some nuggets about your journey? Thank you, for the encouragement...

Great job, you look wonderful... Keep up the great job. Congratulations!

It will happen Perk, God bless and God speed...

I was in the emergency room this morning and apparently I'm having pains from not going in 4 days... I got my sleeve Tuesday and still haven't gone. Tried mineral oil, softeners, benefiber, Water, and haven't taken any pain pills. Help!!

Try Milk of Magnesia it works very well.

I am also a member of the senior club at 65. However I don't care how hard it gets I will continue to fight for my health. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! There has got to me some exercise you can do, just keep moving. Do whatever you are able to do. God bless you. We are all here to keep you encouraged...

Yes I just noticed the same thing. I am only 21 days post op. I lost 20 pounds in 20 days but the last couple of days I'm up fluctuating 3 pounds. What should I do?

Thank you everyone, post op about 21 days, down 20 lbs in 20 days, size 20 down to 16. No real pain after surgery. I can't believe how painless surgery was. I was unable to get the bypass surgery due to my blood pressure being very unstable. So I had the sleeve done. But I went from taking 18 Medications per day down to Only 1 med plus Vitamins. B/S 84-104 off all Diabetic meds. TO GOD BE THE GLORY! Just trying to learn how to eat and just starting my exercise program today. Slowly but surly! God bless each of you...

Hi Jenifer575

You look beautiful, great job. I am only 21 days post op, I lost 20 lbs in 20 days but for the last 4 days I'm at a standstill. Should I be reaching a plateau so soon. I had to travel a week after surgery, so my schedule is screwed up, but I only messed up one day while I was stuck in the airport and couldn't find the right food. I'm home now and just starting my exercise program today. Do you think I need to start over from scratch and do the Clear Liquids to get back into ketosis. Or just get back on track and exercise? Feeling like I savatauged myself.

I report @ 10:00am. Excited, cleaning the house and packing some pjs and toiletries. Blessings to all of you early birds... Lol

I switched insurance just before I applied. But when I called Aetna they do approve bariactric surgery. I have no idea of the process and requirements. sorry...

Congratulations Carter818, keep us updated. So happy to hear your doing so well.

Be blessed Changingme, congratulations and stay in touch

@@Kelcybo I'm having mine on July 13th too, also excited and nervous!

Well tomorrow is the big day, I'm actually at peace about it. I seem to be more focus on the fact that my current life style is over and tomorrow brings new beginnings. I know it can be nerve racking but we have to let go of the past and Celebrate this awesome opportunity that has been afforded to us and give ourselves 100% no matter how hard it may be. We can't let ourselves down. See you all on the other side. I wish everyone God speed.

Thank you so much. I receive the prayers. I wish you continued success in your journey and I look forward to following you and supporting you on your journey. Post some pictures.

Thank you... Right after I posted that message, I took the cover off my iPad and saw the reply bar that was hidden under the iPad cover. So I think I am good. God bless.

Well, I go Monday, but now I won't know until my surgery is over whether I am having the sleeve or the bypass. Due to possible complications from my last surgery last year when my bowels ruptured and they had to remove my appendix. Take out a small portion of my colon and put a colostomy in. So all of that took place in the area of where my bypass would be.

I have a lot of health issues, hence the reason and decision to have this surgery. I prayed and ask God to heal my body. I asked God if this surgery was not for me, to shut every door tight.

If I had done this surgery anytime before my 65 th birthday, it would have costed me @ least 20% of the total cost.

My first choice is the bypass due to my desire to get rid of the diabetes, which I have been told that the bypass offers greater results for that. But if there is a lot of adhesions and scar tissue it could cause a great degree of complication for me and greatly increase my risk factors. I have put all my faith in God. I prayed about this surgery before my final decision to have it. God has opened every door: I mailed my application to begin this process on a Saturday afternoon. The hospital called me on the following Tuesday (3 days), they had already approved me for the surgery. I just turned 65 in April, signed up for Medicare, chose Colonial Pen G plan as my secondary coverage. When the hospital called that Tuesday, she said, "you have already been approved and guess what? You don't have to pay one dime. You are covered 100% through your two insurances". 2 weeks later, I received my pre op education date and my surgery date. I only need to loose 8 lbs, no medical pre-requirements, no liquid diets and surgery on Monday. I told my doctor, I trust God and I trust him, so let's do this, he said, " I am so glad because I am a Lutheran and it don't get no better than that." So, God has opened every door for me. On Monday morning, I am going into that surgical suite with all power and all faith, knowing that His Word says: all things work together for the good of those who love the Lord , and who are called according to His purpose. And, anything you ask in my name, I will do. I will keep you all posted.

Opps, I meant I am a resident of florence, AZ.

Originally, Buffalo, NY, I am not a resident of florence, Arizona for the past 3 years...

Hey, how are you doing! I am so sorry I am having a hard time learning how to reply and respond back on this sight. I'll get it soon I guess.

florence AZ.

I wish you God's speed.