renebeau

Hi there! I want to reassure you that you will feel normal soon. I am nearly a year out and today for lunch I had 2 scallops, a few bites of cole slaw and a few thin onion rings. I am stuffed, but also SATISFIED because of the amount and taste of the food. I promise that does get better. I still can't eat very much, especially compared to before surgery. And I still feel frustrated sometimes that I can't stuff myself. But the rewards! I am wearing a size 4, down from an 18! So worth it! Remember that you are still swollen, so that will limit your quanities, too. I wouldn't give up my sleeve for $1 million! Good luck on your journey! René

I can totally relate. While I was on clears and full liquids, I would dream I was eating "real" food and wake myself up chewing! Literally chewing air! I am still somewhat obsessive because I need to plan out my meals - esp. for being at work. I am still trying to get all of my Protein in and my Water, but it is difficult. On Thursday, I go to "regular" food. I hope that will give me more latitude on what I can eat so I will feel less "obsessed". I think once we are "in the groove" it will get much easier... Good luck to you!!!

I was sleeved New Year's Eve with a 33 BMI. I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 1 diabetes. I am now BMI 29.6! No longer obese! I have had some complications (thrush and a bad UTI) but I wouldn't undo it. My nut figures I will be able to eat pretty much whatever I want and still get to goal. I think this is a great surgery for a low BMI person, since it is purely restrictive - no rerouting the plumbing. I feel sure I could have lost the weight I wanted to with effort, but I feel sure I would gain it back over time. I believe the sleeve will keep me from letting that happen. Good luck with your decision - let me know if I can help! Ren?

I just went for my 3 week post-op appt., and my nutritionist tild me I can put away the protein shakes...I literally cried, I was so happy! After awhile, that sicky-sweet taste is gross and gags me.

Yep, My PCP ordered one to give me my pre-surgery clearance. No big deal.

Well, we leave Monday out of Galveston on Carnival Ecstasy (do they really have to name the ship "Ecstasy?) for a 5 day cruise to Cozumel and Progreso. I am getting excited, although I am the kind of person who doesn't really get giddy until the day of the trip! I am going to eat with abandon, since this will truly be my last time to do so. Midnight chocolate buffet...here I come! Surgery is scheduled for the 31st. at 7:30 a.m. At least I'll be the first one, so Dr. St. Dreamy will be awake and fresh. I guess I am not feeling stressed yet because the trip must come first. One thing at a time.:001_tongue: I don't know if I will have time to post before surgery day. I will try to get online right after, though, to let others know how it went. And I am sure I will have questions and need reassurance, too! Happy holidays to all. See you on the losers' bench!!!

Oh, Tiff, I am so happy for you! What a fantastic picture. You look ecstatic! I am just grinning ear to ear thinking about how things have changed for you. Wow - a true inspiration!

Welcome! I am pre-op, like you, and all I want to do all day is read about the VSG! I am way excited, too. I'm getting sleeved on New Year's Eve...so I'm getting my New Year's SleEve (ha ha). I only have 2 more weeks to wait. I am hoping I can finally settle down and do some work...instead of obsessing about the VSG! Best of luck to you - keep us updated!

Welcome to Onederland! Congratulations, Susan! Keep us "posted"!!

GIRL!!!!! I can't believe it! What a transformation you have made! I feel all teary thinking about the progress you have made! And you do look so incredibly happy. I am so happy for YOU! Wow.

Audra, welcome to the boards! Wow - you are in med school - good for you! It seems that you have not let anything hold you back, for the most part! I am pre-op, too, and a self-pay. The info and support I have gotten from this site has helped me be SURE the sleeve is for me. I will be getting my "New Year's SleEve" on 12/31. I look forward to sharing this weight loss journey with you! Ren?

I saw this over there, too. I felt the same way - aha! I get it! Thanks for putting it on here, Stoongal!

I'm for sure no expert, since I'm still pre-op, but don't kick yourself while you are down! So you grazed yesterday. Next time, eat your solid Protein first, then the chocolate if you still want it. Maybe you won't feel as deprived. You are doing great! Look at your weight loss! Reward yourself with something non-food. You have been trying so hard. Do something nice FOR YOU! If you still feel crappy in a few days, you might think about counseling. It really helps to unload those yucky feelings on someone who is trained to help, and paid to do so! I wish you the best of luck! Ren?

Chancie - you are such an inspiration! You have worked so hard for this. You deserve it! Congratulations!!! :lol0:

Girl - thank goodness it was not life-threatening! I am so glad you shared. I also did not even think about taking breaks from driving...Good advice! Hope all is well SOON!