Pastor Tracy

Good morning everyone; praying all is well with you. I wanted to share something with all of you; Yesterday, my wife and I took our grandson out to lunch. I ordered a burger (not fast-food) and shake.... after eating the food that I shared with everyone, I only had half; I began to have that "dumping feeling". i had the sweats and headache. So yes, after 13 years since the surgery, I still have to watch what I eat. This new life is lifetime.

Good morning everyone, how are you doing today? For those who had their surgeries in April, how are you making out?

I had mine yesterday as well. I agree with the others about the gas pains! At first I felt like was dying, but the pain is slowly subsiding.

Good morning everyone, how are you doing today? For those who had their surgeries in April, how are you making out?

Good morning everyone, how are you doing today? For those who had their surgeries in April, how are you making out?

As you prepare for tomorrow, just do what the doctors say, and walk, walk, walk. Whatever you do, walk. Blessings to you

I had the RNY in '07, with your other issues, that is why they are giving you a nurse. Take it, it's free... lol. You'll be fine

Thank you so much. I think I am having a RNY due to a large hiatal hernia that will be repaired at the same time.

No, it is not unusual, it's a good thing. Depending on your type of surgery, you may have a drain ball, and may need assistance in maintaining it. I had a PNA and I appreciated everything she did for me. Feel free to ask, that's why we're here.

Okay April 6 th surgery peeps, our day is tomorrow! I'm excited, antsy, nervous, and rarin' to go! Doing a load of laundry now, washing my security blanket/poncho/robe to take. Washing my CPAP so it's ready to go with too, washing my body tonight ,lol, with the special soap for the third night in a row. Wedding rings removed and all other jewelry. Grabbing charging cord and phone and tablet to take too. Just waiting for call to verify surgery time. Right now, scheduled for 9:45am. How are the rest of you doing?

Yeah, sugar free pops do work. Also, I dilute my juice.... Dilute apple juice with spring water and freeze them in an ice tray. Talk about refreshing

As you prepare for tomorrow, just do what the doctors say, and walk, walk, walk. Whatever you do, walk. Blessings to you

As you prepare for tomorrow, just do what the doctors say, and walk, walk, walk. Whatever you do, walk. Blessings to you

Good luck! It happens, keep us posted on what they say.

Hello everyone,
This is my first post. My gastric bypass surgery is 4/5/22. It is great to have such a supportive community on this site. I have really appreciated reading everyone's posts. So, thanks to everyone for their words of wisdom!

Good evening everyone, praying for everyone who is having surgery this month. Remember, you can do this. If you need any encouragement please let me know.

Good evening everyone, praying for everyone who is having surgery this month. Remember, you can do this. If you need any encouragement please let me know.

Good morning, I am so excited for you. Everything is going to be fine. Just do what the doctor's say and please remember to walk, walk, and walk.

Blessings to you and your husband. Everything is going to be okay.

I'm doing fantastic. One has to remember, it's a lifestyle change. This isn't a switch you can just turn on or off. Your stomach will reject certain sugars, and mine rejected peanut oil (Chinese food). Once you dump a few times, you'll know what you can and cannot tolerate. My initial weight loss was 197lbs, but I gained 40lbs back over the 15 years since. I don't like the weight gain, so I went back to the foods I ate when I first had the surgery, and I am staring to get back down.

I had just turned 46 when I had my surgery. I am no 60+ I told everyone I was having it. I told people because either way, it's not up to them, it's up to you. I am so happy for you and your lifestyle change.

I tell everyone. At first, I was hesitant, but now, I want to be able to share my story to help keep me accountable. We all have our own reasons for sharing or not and that is okay.