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DuodenalSwitchMan

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  1. I use my iphone 6plus but I use the app MoviePro, because my front mic doesn't work, so I can tell it to use the pic on the back! No fear, just do it!
  2. Awesome! Enjoy the holidays! DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  3. Being in theatre, at some point, sharing.. not for fame or money, but for strength, empathy, knowledge and inslpiration, might bubble up enough that you do something with it....really fantastic projects to to do: 1. Publish it as a a pdf book file. 2. Read it and release it as an audio file. 2. Video record yourself reading it. 3. Have a college student perform it as a monologue live or just video someone else reading it. That is 11 years of invaluable emotions, feelings, and information to share!!! Just to put a bee in your bonnet, I would read it as an audio file, but it would be best if a woman read it, but I would do it: ). Thank you!! Couraggio! Mille grazie to those who have posted their VLOG links so far!!
  4. sipps or a modified DS has only asstinissis (sp?) and 3 meters of the ileum intestines left. My insurance wouldn't pay for it but would pay fior the standard DS, which has two asstunissis and only leave 1 meter of intestines, which causes much more malabsorption and dihirea. My doc did the standard but consulted some fellow surgeons at a conference the week before and just left 3 meters rather than the one, meter of the standard, which made me extremely happy, since with SIPS there can be "backwash" issues or the bile/chum moving back behind the stomach's asstinissis. (So sorry about my spelling of the sewing of the intestines to itself). I vlog, too, so feel free to learn more. http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNUyvSuQuzZETcJLYdyPrhqvF5XvuJHHv 4 weeks post op. H265 s219 c189 g150. 56 male 5'6"
  5. Two weeks post op on Monday. I am on two Bariatric Advantage chewable multi (taken with meals) and then three of their Calcium 500mg Vitamins D chews, taken anytime two hours after or before a meal. not too hard to do. if I forget a chew, I have one as a evening snack. the Carmel is great and the fruit one tastes like a Starburst. DuodenalSwitchMan Check out my vlog playlist on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNUyvSuQuzZETcJLYdyPrhqvF5XvuJHHv DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  6. Add me. Ablatus (in Palm Springs) Check out my vlog playlist on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNUyvSuQuzZETcJLYdyPrhqvF5XvuJHHv DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  7. yeah, the Jello liquified at body temperature, so leave in your mouth longer. As for the shake, too much air in it? The premade Premerire Proteins were great, no bubbles. Like Brandies said, if you use a blender or anything adding air, stay one ahead. Drink the one from the fridge and make one and put it in the fridge to replace it. Also, that third or fourth sip is gonna get you, sometimes, bubbles or not. Look at your index(pointy) finger. that's about all you have to fill up! DuodenalSwitchMan Check out my vlog playlist on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNUyvSuQuzZETcJLYdyPrhqvF5XvuJHHv
  8. Thank you, Babs! That was such an awesome layman's explanation, I even understood it!!!! Muah! Muah! DuodenalSwitchMan Check out my vlog playlist on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNUyvSuQuzZETcJLYdyPrhqvF5XvuJHHv
  9. Congrats on your bravery and gift life you ha e given yourself. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  10. Same! I won't step on scale until first dr followup next Thurs. I can tell my plump belly is still swollen and full of fluids, which is the body's protect for these four weeks of healing.Patience, Dorothy, the Wizard will peal back the protective facade soon enough! DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  11. I am just glad you didn't rip anything and seem remorseful. I know I will be at the same decision point in the future, so thanks for the "heads up" to think about it now! DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  12. It will be! Think of yourself just like a baby coming out of your mama's womb. You would never hand that baby a steak or all these chemicals in this fake food. We want to get into real Food, albeit blended up in a ninja, as soon as possible. Making old fashion cream of wheat or maltomeal with I sweated almond milk (to make your own, 1 cup almonds, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 4 cups Water in a Quisinart for 3-4 min, strain) old fashion egg custard (hasty pudding-from YANKEE Doodle) with real vanilla bean or lime or lemon juice. You can add a Protein scoop, stevia or just extra egg white for a protein boost. Real food -hidden nutrients. Also, since we eat so little, invest in organic now. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  13. Being a "Mr. Goodie-two Shoes" I stayed away from breaking the law. But, this last summer I was in Denver for a convention and legally I digested pot gummy worms. Yay for California voters! I am definitely bringing them up to my surgeon next week at my one week post-opt. I really preferred the emotional "not worrying what people think about me" feeling, just letting myself notice my surroundings, freeing me so much better than my two gin martinis. has anyone else had a discussion about edibles? DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  14. From what I've read surgery swelling and pain can last 30 days. That being said, I am at day 4 and I get pain from three things. 1. taking that 4th sip without wait 15 mins between sips. 2. pressing on several of my incisions and 3. No helping myself get out of bed correctly or twisting. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  15. Bad Starbucks habit (along with bagels) but I stopped coffee 10 days pre surgery and will try to only do cold brewed organic when I start again, if I start. Nice not having the monkey on my back. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  16. In California, 51% of the people registered to vote, voted. Too bad they have watered down the civics in public education so much. Reap what you sow! DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  17. Flight to Palm Springs, 2 hr bus to Mexico. Not sure if San Diego is cheaper but getting to Mexico from here is easy. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  18. Toj Tears of Joy for you! May everyone find a way to be as grateful and happy for themselves today and then find a moment to do the same for a veteran. The View had a soldier on who they gave a home to. Big toj for that. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  19. We share surgery dates Roxy! Hard getting those 64 ounces down? I only got to 54 today but did get 75 grams of protein! DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  20. I live in Palm Springs. I'll tell you on my 8 monthsaversay if I'm cold when its 117 outside. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  21. How exciting! Yes, you are thinner/healthier but beautiful then and now. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  22. Hmmm I had leg pressure things and walk every 30 min. Anyone else not get this? I might call my doc tomorrow if not. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)
  23. Please, don't drive. reach out to someone. Hospital volunteers, the place you bank, any church, a police department senior volunteer. You don't need to go through the pain. hopefully, someone in the Tuscan area can hook you up or help. Even the nurses from your dr office and tell them you'll give some a ride, they just need to ask you. Now you have me thinking. Uber does have first ride free coupons. DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT) And just post on Facebook...a friend of a friend... DuodenalSwitchMan(vlog on YT)

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