Quaintrelle

Life's a Beach! P.S. I think it takes a lot of courage to use your own photo. I have courage, just not THAT much!

Good for you! You are doing this for yourself, but you have a right to feel so good about the way you look and are feeling. I think being overweight makes some of us more sympathetic towards others and nobody deserves to be treated the way she acts. Keep on shining!

Super job! I am very happy for you.

I have been to many social gatherings since my surgeries. No problems, temptations, or comments from others. I just kept a glass in my hand and nobody questioned me. I am also keeping my surgery to myself. Best of luck to you....you can do it! P.S. The problem I am dealing with right now are all of he sweets and treats we received over the holidays. I don't want to throw them out, but I don't want them in my home either!

You look fabulous....Happy New Year!

I had horrible nausea as well. They gave me a number of meds and finally gave me a patch. By the end of the second day I felt much better. I liked crushed ice as it went down easily. Hang in there....it gets so much better! I am 9 weeks out and down 47 pounds. I wish you the best.

That is truly amazing. Your hard work has paid off for you AND inspired others, as well! Congratulations and Happy Holidays!

I needed very little pain medication. I also have no memory of gas pains. I had severe nausea but the doctors and nurses helped manage it. Honestly this was the easiest surgery I have ever had. Sip and walk as much as possible. I am 8 weeks out and down 45 pounds. I wish you the best!

I need some help with excercise! I am eight weeks out and down 46 pounds. My clothes are sliding right off- it's great! I am on my feet most of the day and try for 10K steps a day. My problem is my stomach is weak. In the past five years I have had a number of health issues, many requiring surgery ( total abdominal hysterectomy, breast cancer, chemo port surgeries, lab band in/lap band out, large incisional hernia repair, and now "my sleeve.") What have you veterans done to strengthen your stomach muscles? I need to start gently...any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

What an amazing accomplishment...Congratulations!

I agree, you should most definitely mention this to your surgeon. Then you should ask for a referral to a therapist. Talking to a qualified person has been a tremendous help for me. As L.L. Said eating is a different type of addiction. We need to eat to survive AND thrive, unlike using drugs or alcohol. I had a raging alcoholic (mother) tell me for years that " I only needed to cut back to lose weight." My "cutting back" and a lifetime of emotional abuse got me to nearly 300 pounds! For the first time in my life I am taking care of me. I am only six weeks out, but feel very hopeful about the future. Best of luck to you and remember to take one stage at a time.

This is a fun and inspiring topic. I miss yoga, sailing, and hiking. My husband, the romantic, just bought me new hiking boots! Heck...I hadn't even thought about the underwear. Maybe I too, will celebrate by burning all of my granny panties with the Christmas tree ....in the back yard!!!

You posted for support and insight, I'm sure. Here's mine....take care of yourself, put yourself first, baby yourself, take the needed time to heal, and be kind to yourself. I am six weeks post op and I am still eating mostly puréed soups with added protein, yogurt, cottage cheese, applesauce, jello, and two Premier shakes a day. My challenge is in drinking enough liquid, not protein intake. Keep a journal of what you eat, your excercise, and how you are feeling. That has helped me. I wish for you the best.

Congratulations and thank you for the inspiration!

You look fabulous.....and very happy, as well. Congratulations!