Malaika

Last chance - jeans going to the donation center this weekend if none of you are interested - if you are, let me know!

Sorry I missed this last night - wasn't even on the site as I didn't get home until 8:30 and was in bed at 9:30 -- can't adjust to this "fall back" timing - must be getting "old"! Anyway, I sent a message to Alex so hopefully he'll either reply or fix the issue -- you both will have the opportunity to check it out before I get home tonight - let me know!

LUCK - first and foremost, WELCOME to VST we are SO GLAD to have a "VETERAN" amongst us and will be, possibly, overloading you with questions - be prepared! LOL I am glad to hear you say that dry crunchy things seem to go down easy - I find that too - I love to eat cheese and crackers, or crackers with tuna or chicken salad. When other things won't go down, or don't sound good, cheese and crackers always seem to work. I am having a difficult time getting in all my fluids since surgery - which is frustrating to me, because before surgery, I could easily drink 80 oz. of Water in a day. Now, I try to focus on staying hydrated and I think I am doing okay with that. Thank you for sharing your story and I look forward to reading more from you! Congrats on your weight loss and your maintenance! Joon - Welcome to VST as well, we are happy to have you our family as well and will look forward to following your progress.

Lan - I had that problem too - sometimes still do - not sure what brings it on, but there were times when I just couldn't bring myself to eat/drink something I had fixed. Generally when I got/get that way, I make sure to get in my fluids and then I find anything I can tolerate - seems string cheese seemed to go down easy. I tried to get in as much Protein as I could; although I didn't always get in my 60-70 gms. Staying hydrated is the most important thing; although you need to give your body nutrients, too -- hang in there, this too shall pass.

Daisy - I have the same problem, doesn't seem to matter what I eat (or don't) eat, I have gas; however, as Bob said, it's not toxic, although still embarrassing. Bob - you are hilarious and I love to read your posts ... butt flutters ... too funny I bought some probiotics and they are sitting on my desk at work and I still haven't taken the first one - guess I should give that a try.

I have 5 small incisions - two of them about 1/2" long, the others much smaller -- the smaller ones are barely visible now - 5 months out - and the other two are starting to fade too.

KZol - welcome to VST and thank you for sharing your experience in CR. As Susan said, lots of us on this site had our surgeries in Mexico. Mine was performed by Dr. Aceves in Mexicali at Almater Hospital and I will tell you that it is the cleanest hospital I have EVER been in - they clean constantly - no need to disinfect anything. They also don't make you walk to or from the OR. Read everyone's stories, or to save time, do a search for Mexicali or Mexico and you will find lots of stories and experiences to read. I will say that my experience in Mexicali is the best experience with a surgeon/ hospital that I have EVER experienced and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr. Aceves, his staff and Almater Hospital to ANYONE considering WLS surgery.

If that's the case, the Old Navy may become my new "favorite" store -- it's the tag size that counts! :w00t:

Oh, no, the exercise gets easier - lots easier - it's just that the motivation still isn't always there ... me, I love working out after work - but forget the mornings - I always think I'll get up and work out, but then morning time comes and all good thoughts go out the door ...

Gurgles and spasms are normal - the spasms not so much routine as the gurgles, but normal - I'm almost 5 months out and still have the spasms and the gurgles.

Welcome to the forum and congrats on your surgery - the tiredness is to be expected because of the lack of protein - once you get on mushies, you'll have more energy. As for the issues involved following the heated argument, I can't really give you any information as I haven't had any heated arguments and no quivers.

Joanne -- sorry that your appeal was denied - that is so unfair. I hope that you are able to secure an alternative and we'll be here to support you in whatever your decision may be.

Southernlawyer - Welcome to the VST Family, we're happy to have you join us. The dry mouth issue is a pain - I wake up sometimes with my tongue stuck to the roof of my mouth and not a drop of spit anywhere - I have to keep Water by my bedside all the time. I just figured it was because I slept with my mouth open; but maybe it's due to something else - if you do ask your doctor - let us know what he has to say. As for the blood clots, I know there are a few on this forum who have developed them following surgery - thankfully, I was not one of them; I'm sorry to hear that you were.

Steph - chances are it wasn't even down into your stomach - it may have been stuck in your esophogus - so it came up a lot easier.

Linda - that is funny - I am sure I would have had the same reaction. I went to try on some long-sleeved tops yesterday at Kohl's - I'm in between and XL and an L -- I'm like you - I can't remember the last time I was in an L. Since I couldn't decide which fit I liked the best, I just didn't buy any - which is saying something for me because before I would have bought the looser one!

Judy - well at least you know and you know what needs to be done. I still believe everything happens for a reason and you'll be much better off having your BP under control BEFORE surgery -- and once you get the surgery and the weight starts coming off, you won't even need that BP medication, so think of it as a short term medication!

That's AWESOME Linda - I'm going to try and get by Old Navy on Wednesday and see if they have anything I can fit into!

Kym & Ruby - God be with you and your surgeon today as you begin your first step of your new healthier life.

Stoongal - That is so totally awesome, you are doing so wonderful since your surgery - you're truly an inspiration for us all.

Nope, looks fine from where I sit!

Glad your surgery and your stay in Mexicali went so well - you're so right about Drs. Aceves and Campos and the entire team! We'll look forward to hearing from you on your progress!

The weird thing - it was ONLY on this post - none of the others -- maybe my eyes are failing me ... LOL

We will be awaiting your response - either way - since you have a back-up plan - you're going to get your surgery and your life back - it's a win-win situation in the long run.

I'd dump his dumbass so quick - he is not supporting you - he is not encouraging you - for someone who allegedly loves you to tell you you are so lazy, blah, blah, blah, I think you need to reevaluate your relationship. And, if he thinks surgery is the EASY way out - he's NUTS. This surgery is a TOOL and that is all it is - you still have to WORK the tool to get your weight off and to keep it off. I would tell him to go take a long walk off a short pier! You don't NEED that kind of support - sounds like he may be one of the reasons you're gaining weight - you're unhappy so you eat. I can't say that for sure; however, I think you really need to re-evaluate this relationship and what it is YOU want for your future - NOT what he wants you to have.

Paula - you will find all kinds of support and information here. Check out various posts - like the recipe section, the rate your protein, etc. Also, check out the thread entitled Dr. Aceves' Information -- even if you're not using Dr. Aceves for your surgery, it gives a good idea of what to take to the hospital and what to eat following surgery -- broken down by days out from surgery - it's quite helpful. Any questions, just ASK!