dutchamy

Hi All!

I finally got my surgery date- Sept. 14. HOORAY! Any one out there with September surgery?

4 minutes ago, Frustr8 said:

Reading as much as I can Yes I know all about the basic concepts but reading how other people handled the inevitable stressors they encountered. Yes I remain committed and optimistic, but it wil be such a drastic change albeit a great one. Trying to retain peace in my soul, a smile on my face and a happy disposition no matter what comes. I am and will remain a work in progress, none of us really know how our story will end, we just keep writing as we go.

Your wisdom is inspiring! In terms of your mindset- obviously- you got this! Strong women rock!

What is your eating like right now? I keep trying to do a liquid diet for two meals and small Protein dinner, just to get my self ready and heading in the right direction - but I keep slipping up.

18 hours ago, Frustr8 said:

Well@dutchamy I hadn't gotten back to you and I do apologize. Yes I did get my,date on 7/17/2018 and not as soon as I had hoped for, with vacations etc. it is September 5th At 7 AM. My Bariatric Hospital gives you a choice of 2, 3, or 4 weeks on their plan.I decided to start the beginning of August and give myself the best boost possible, at 72 this is going to be my one and only foray into Bariatrics.

congrats on your date! Hope your wait goes quickly. Any thing you are doing to prepare yourself?

8 minutes ago, newmeinfla said:

I having my moments but trying to stay calm and relax. Especially kissing and hugging my little one this morning before he goes to camp. Have to be at the hospital at 9:30. Thats when it will really hit me. Let's do this losers bench here I come.

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Congrats on reaching your day! All your hard work so far has brought you here. Be strong and keep up the good fight! You got this!!

Good Morning!

Has anyone else been journaling to help stay on track? I have recently discovered the "Bullet Journal" trend. I am thinking this practice may really help me - not just with the weight loss but my other goals to be organized and use my time effectively. Tons of great ideas on line have gotten me inspired!

On ‎7‎/‎16‎/‎2018 at 10:34 PM, MrsSD said:

I have a BMI OF 37. I have BCBS. I have slightly high blood pressure but that’s it. I was approved rather quickly.

Thanks! I am approved! On August 2 I will have my 2nd appt. and get my surgery date! I can NOT wait. Just had an appointment with bone and joint dr. My knees are in bad shape - osteo arthritis. Just one more confirmation that I am doing the right thing. Do you know when you will have surgery?

Congrats on your weight loss so far. How are you feeling?

On ‎7‎/‎14‎/‎2018 at 2:50 PM, Frustr8 said:

And you will, me and you both, I don't have my day either but I should this week. And since,i am a history buff, I know who Roger Williams was. I Will have mine at OSU- Wexner Medical Center in Columbus Ohio, based in our state's Land Grant University, A Level 1 Trauma Center and a Center of Excellence since the phrase was first coined. Drowned my fears in my tears a long tortured time ago, now looking forward to my REBIRTHDAY I probably will make it just under c the wire for July if they insist on the 14 day liquid prediet. Wish I could talk them into 7 days or less. Just want to get this show on the road!🚘

Frustr8

Did you get your day yet? I have my consult Aug. 2. Really wanted to get surgery done early August so I would be ready to start the school year with no days off.

You do look great! Congratulations! I am waiting to get my surgery scheduled. I am 5'5 and have about the same amount of weight to lose relative to my height- so you have inspired me and given me hope that in a year I might feel as great as you! THanks!

7 minutes ago, Frustr8 said:

Are you having your surgery there in the Nutmeg State? Certainly don't have to go to Boston or into NYC, you probably have Yale-New Haven and such right around the corner. Congratulations and hopeful wishes for the future, my friend.

Thanks so much! I am having it done at Roger Williams in RI- they are actually the closest center for excellence for me. So happy I will be joining the ranks of the losers!!!

I just got a letter from my insurance co. informing me that I was approved for the surgery. So happy! Just waiting on the Dr. to catch up and schedule me for for a consultation and then the surgery.

So anxious to get started on a healthier me!

This is an excellent poem! Your sense of sound is artful- especially appreciated the lines

1 minute ago, Roxy1771 said:

I was sleeved 6/02/18 so I'm 5 weeks out. SW was 214 and I'm 5'5. Today I weighed 194 so that's a 20 lbs weight loss so far. I think it's going slow but I'm feeling positive because I weigh myself every 2 to 3 days and there's always a loss.

That's good to hear. It helps knowing what people with similar starting points are experiencing. It sounds like you have a great outlook! Keep up the good work!

Thanks for asking this question and for all the replies. I've been wondering (obsessing, perseverating, researching) the same question.

I am 5' 5" and am at 225 right now BMI 37

I have pre diabetes and borderline hbp, and bad joint pain, sleep apnea.

5 hours ago, Frustr8 said:

Tah Dah Tah Dah, tis me! I have news, news of great importance to announce. ON TUESDAY JULY 17 2018 AT 11:15AM EASTERN DAYLIGHT TIME , ME,FRUSTR8 the GREAT WILL BE MEETING WITH BRADLEY. NEEDLEMAN MD. This is my presurgical 😷consultation and I AM ENTERING THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! Yippee Skippy Whoop Whoop, I'm gonna get MY❤ SURGERY! No tears, No fears just sheer unbridled JOY. My mantra has changed from RNY in July or I Cry to RnY in July-Baby✈ Just watch ME fly!

Congratulations!!!!!!

On ‎6‎/‎28‎/‎2018 at 6:44 AM, Kevin M said:

I had my surgery on 4/27/18. I am 56 and have lost 46 lbs post surgery and 34 lbs before surgery. food is still not easy but this was my only choice as I had Barrett’s esophagus, diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney disease. I am off most meds but the diabetes is not resolved so I still take oral meds for that. I am hoping to get off all my meds someday. I am thankful that my kidney GFR is now at 63 and holding at that number. When diagnosed my GFR was 28 and my kidney doctor said I was going to have to go on dialysis within a few years. All is going well except not tolerating a lot of food that I should be allowed to eat.

Wow - Kevin you have done great! You reached your goal so soon! Congrats. The support group I attend has people that have taken several months to be able to tolerate much food. Maybe time will improve that for you. Keep up the good fight!

The waiting is the Hardest part.....I suppose until the next step.

anyone have Anthem BCBS of CT? I am a school teacher. I am at 37 BMI and I have sleep apnea and am prediabetic.

I had acl surgery last year and walking is painful- my classroom is on the third floor and by the time I get up there I sound like I'm going to die breathing like I ran a marathon. I so want this surgery to help me get back in shape and able to be active but I am so nervous I will be denied!

Anyone have similar stats and get approved by Anthem?

On ‎7‎/‎1‎/‎2018 at 9:24 PM, FinallyBackToMe said:

Wonderful! When is your surgery date? Are you excited?

Hey Finally,

I think we are pretty close stats wise - have you been approved yet? I am so nervous that I won't be approved by anthem. I have a BMi of 37 and only 1 official comorbidity - but I have lots of almost issues. I want so badly to get this help to get back to me - (stole your tag!) I just turned 52 in April.

Keep me posted on your progress! I would love to compare notes with someone similar!

On ‎7‎/‎2‎/‎2018 at 12:30 PM, Ladybabs said:

I'm 50 and I haven't had my RYN yet it's going to be on July 31.

Hey Ladybabs - I am 52 and waiting to see if Insurance will cover my bypass. I also live in CT. Best of luck with your surgery!

I am anxiously awaiting approval from insurance - Anthem BCBS of CT. They said it could be two weeks from now before I hear. UGH how can I wait? So worried they won't approve me!

I really do think I'm sort of addicted to food. I just need to get addicted to Water and exercise and I'll be great!

17 hours ago, Creekimp13 said:

I did several food funerals. Must have this dessert/dish/cassarole/bread ONE LAST TIME....forever....until I die...etc..

Shocker....I'm six months out....and I've revisited nearly all my favorites that I'd "never eat again". LOL. Little teenie amounts....but it's incredibly satisfying now just to have a couple of bites and stick to my plan the rest of the day. I don't miss eating thousands of calories of the naughty foods I used to love. I can have a couple of bites. I can stay in control and feel good about it.

I love that! I feel like food and I have finally reached a compromise. And my regular diet is delicious and satisfying. I'm starting to very honestly prefer it. I don't feel loss or grief or like things I used to love are gone forever. We've just changed our relationship significantly....and set some serious boundaries.

Up to 75 calories a day....I'll let myself be bad with about anything I want. No deprivation.

That said....75 calories is often an extremely sneaky small amount and you have to be vigilant. Some folks think the temptation is counterproductive and unwise....and I can respect that.

But for me...To really feel like I've conquered food...to master it, and feel completely in control....I need to slay these dragons.

Mom's homemade poppy seed bread? I can have a one inch cube of you...and walk away. You don't control me.

I need that.

Some folks need banishment.

Whatever works:)

That's interesting. I'm not sure which way I'll fall out on. I have a feeling I might just have to stay away from lots of things.

19 hours ago, Bryn910 said:

I was before my pre-op diet began but i didn’t go crazy with my food funeral as I thought I would lol. I just had Outback (entree/dessert) & the night before my pre-op I had McDonald’s which I thought I wanted but it was gross lol.

every person is different post op and everyone doesn’t eat the same (I am learning). It is important to stray away from your diet plan initially. I don’t miss the bad things I had before but I do find myself on Pinterest and Instagram looking at foods I can eat/prepare that are healthier for me.

My dietician also states that when in maintenance mode, I could attempt certain foods (like French fries & some bread) but in moderation. I think a lot of people (including myself) fear dumping syndrome but I also welcome it because temptation is hard but I want to succeed with the surgery and i feel like dumping is a pat on the butt saying get yourself back on track.

But hang in there. You may never know, you may not even crave these things after surgery and down the road.

that's good advice! Thanks.

18 hours ago, toodlerue said:

I called It my “farewell to food tour”. There are some that I didn’t get to say goodbye to but that’s life.

I like that wording- Hopefully I will feel so much better about all the activities I will be able to do that I won't perseverate on the food I won't be eating. That's the plan, right?

So I realize this is probably really wrong headed of me- but I keep thinking about the "Last time" - as in "This is the last time I can indulge". At Christmas I was thinking this will be the last time I eat short bread and pumpkin pie. This will be my last birthday cake. I may as well have wine and cheese and crackers tonight because soon I won't be able to eat this stuff anymore.

Has anyone else been struggling with this?