Tiffykins

WHEW what a year you had, and I am so proud of you for so many reasons ! ! !

You mean so much to me, and I'm sorry I've not been around much ! !!

Congrats ! ! !

I'm so happy for you Dee, and you know my prayers and thoughts are with you. We're going to be getting set up to see the fertility docs if we are not successful by September/October. Best wishes, and keep us posted.

Awww Kathy, I'm glad you can relate to my writings. I'm still setting up my blogspot.com blog, and when I do, I won't blog here anymore. So, I'll share my blog web address for people to follow my life over there.

Fabulous news, I miss seeing you around here. But, I'm elated that life is well for you. Definitely get that pain/bulge checked out. Hernias are no fun, but easily repaired.

You sure as heck should be and can be proud of your success. I firmly believe that having the sleeve is only part of the equation. The majority of this journey relies on US, and our determination.

Many cheers to you DeeDee ! ! !

Give a quick call to your doc. I was able to take meds without restriction post op, but your doc may have different recommendations.

I ended having to go on Ambien to get good sleep. I didn't use the control released version, and had zero negative side effects with usage. I only used it every other, every 2-3 nights sometimes. But, when I did use it, those nights were the best nights of sleep I ever had in my life.

You're doing so great Rob ! ! !

Tuna/chicken/egg salad, I made mine with miracle whip, you can also make it with greek yogurt or a little bit of Ranch dressing. Refried beans with cheese, the ricotta bake in the recipe section on the forum seems to be popular. I've also heard of people mixing peanut butter with ricotta and that it tastes like cheesecake.

Keep it up Rob ! ! !

YAY YAY I knew you were gonna get to goal, and you've done fabulous.

Maintenance is a boogar. Honestly, I never thought I'd have an issue with continuous losing, but I think I've got it under control.

Congrats on getting your date. I always give the same advice.

Stop drinking and eating at the same time now so it isn't so hard to do once you have surgery.

Take tiny bites now, and mentally prepare that your bites will be 1/4 of the size we are used to eating.

Try to prepare mentally for this life changing surgery even thought we think we're ready, there's always something that surprises us.

Enjoy this time. Don't be surprised if you find yourself having "food funerals". I had to remind myself that the post-op diet is just temporary, and at some point, I would be able to have my favorites just in smaller portions.

Order some protein samples for post-op. A lot of us experienced changes in our tastes, and things we liked pre-op were horrible post-op. So, don't stock up on big canisters of protein because you may not be able to tolerate them post-op.

You're gonna do great.

Rob, it sounds like you're doing great. On the multi ask if you can maybe crush it up into yogurt or sugar free pudding, or maybe mix it in those soups or shakes. The one thing about a lot of those children vits is they lack a decent amount of iron, and Vitamin D.

Keep on working your sleeve.

You look so fabulous! ! ! I've been fighting the "sweet monster" lately as for some reason I have found that sweet stuff goes down pretty stinkin' easy. So, I have to seriously keep myself in check. The sleeve helps, but my brain sometimes wins.

Keep up the great work ! ! !

Rob, I'm elated to see an update from you. Keep sipping, walking, resting, and let us know how you are doing in a couple days.

Absolutely amazing DeeDee ! ! ! I can't even tell you how much you have meant to me over this almost year now. Seriously, you're amazing, and truly an inspiration.

Absolutely fabulous ! !

Lis, I'm so glad you've got the diagnosis, now here's good thoughts on getting the symptoms under control.

Just wanted to pop in and check for an update. Hope all is well, and you're up walking, sipping and resting when needed.

This brought on some sniffles and watering eyes. I can only imagine the pain you are experiencing, not just physically, but emotionally as well.

The sleeve is a fabulous tool. It's given me a great life, and I wish the same for you.

Congrats on getting your date.

YAY for finding a new protein, what's the carb count on those? And, is the calcium citrate or carbonate?

I got totally screwed on Mother's day too. My kid wanted to play outside with the neighbor kid all day, my husband was worn out from playing softball for about 8 hours on Saturday, and he is sunburnt to a crisp, so he felt horrible, I got nada for Mother's day. And, the kiddo ruined going out to dinner by being a jackas$ and not coming home when he was supposed to be home. Dad grounded him, and we had italian delivered which is not what I wanted, but I didn't want to cook.

Sorry for the hijack, but I wanted to let you know we can be bitter about Mother's day 2010 together.

YAY YAY how exciting ! ! ! Congrats on getting approval.

Many well wishes and prayers Rob ! ! !

I agree with DeeDee. I learn something new every week, if not every day. I don't make the best choices, but it's not hard to get back on track.

You're doing great, and I know how you feel right before TOM. I go on a junk food rampage, and I feel like crap because of it.

Stay positive, and remember you're doing great.

Rob, I'm super stoked for you. Enjoy your enchiladas, and know we're all cheering for you ! ! !

We've all scootched over on the loser's bench waiting for you ! ! !

Yeppers, it's been tested 3 times, at 6 months, 8 months, and then again at 9 months.

It's gotten a bit better. I had thought the same thing that my thyroid has gone crazy. But, all of the tests have come back within normal limits. I've been holding steady since April 19th. I actually gained 3-4 pounds then I started my period and I'm losing those pounds pretty quickly again.

I think my body is finally getting "comfortable" at this weight/size.

YAY YAY Rob, I'm so ecstatic for you. I can't wait to read your update, and sending well wishes for a smooth recovery.