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Prayers are going up with you. Be safe and wish you well. Krys

My orientation--long waited--is this coming Monday. I'd like to know what the most important questions to ask, which will be beneficial for others in orientation as well? I have searched the internet for so many weeks, I am stuck, lol. I will also share this website for those that may not know about it. This site is awesome.

To all the NEW sleevers in the Neighborhood. I hope your new life journey is giving you happiness. Don't forget to share your stories. I love to read.

I have read everyone's post to this point. The only suggestion I have for you is, if you haven't yet, is to see a Dietitian and Nutritionist where both of them can set you with a plan of how much to eat daily. Its' not the calories you are concerned about, but the amount of food you eat and the head hunger. If it was only 30lbs instead of 140lbs for me to lose, I will jump at it. I truly wish you the best in whatever decision you decide.

Gyrllllllll!!!!!!! Awesome. You look wonderful. Now the thread where I asked about the Pann/Apron; you are RockN that tummy. I am starting early with Protein, prenatal vits, and HipHopAbs. lololol. This is going to work for me. I can taste it. You have a wonderful night on the 14th and I'm sure Hubby will not be able to concentrate; keeping his eyes on you. Krys

hi. you will b fine. praying for u. take care.

This is what ponders me. Having VSG, I am noticing women are losing almost 200lbs. and wearing a size four. I am not sure if I want to be that small. I thinking more of a ten for myself. Is there anyway the VSG surgeon can map out what weight you like to be.

Don't be jealous, but I understand where you're coming from. Our bodies had to adjust to the apron for sooo long, that what we are doing now to transform gives us more confidence consciously than we can bear. The key point Tiff made is exercise. I have read alot post where she has stated how she makes sure she does her AB routine with the DVDs she has. And it has to work for you, if you keep at it. For myself I love walking, so this will not be an issue. But believe me, I will be doing a lot of ABs.

Great detailed info. Thank you. And you do look nice. I have over a lil week before orientation with Kaiser to begin my 12 week classes. Its like waiting for my daughter to be born all over again and she'll be 21 this year. SOOOO exciting.

how long has it been since u had weight loss surgery?

Yayyyy!!!! So Happy for you. Rest easy and let us know how you're doing. Krys

Along with your doctor and cosmetic surgeon decision to have skin removed, what was your visit like?

I cannot wait til all this is done. My PANN area of my lower abdomen is beginning to get on my last nerve. It would be nice to have this removed instead of VSG, but then I may not still be happy, huh. How do some of you feel with your hanging Pann/Apron pre and post op?

Curiosity: What does Greek yogurt taste like? Is it sold in specialty stores? And, what flavors/best tasting flavors? Last question: Can you add granola to the yogurt? Krys ____________________________________________

After surgery did you find yourself losing faster exercising/walking than not doing anything at all in the beginning? or have you continued your regime and the weight stalled and/or you gained? Krys

I have been in a funk for two weeks; except for my Bday this past Monday. I turned 43. But for the first time on Wednesday I noticed I have used food to comfort me. I'm not happy with this. I have to get myself together by the time orientation rolls around May 10. Please pray for me. Has anyone slumped before orientation or thereafter losing the weight for pre-op? I can't and will not let food be my crutch now. I've already come too far. I am or hope I'm still at 310. Thanks for letting me vent. KRYS

Tell her you need some DINEROS. KRYS

believe,strive,claim and it shall be done. you have done well. only we know our bodies of how much it can take to deal with a strenuous surgery as this. good luck on your graduation day. krys -----------------------------------------------------------------------

Weighing everyday will mentally drive me insane. I'm glad I don't own one. If I did I would probably weigh-in like you. It's knowing you had the surgery; keeps curiosity lingering around; "now what", you asked yourself. We tend to beat ourselves to bring us down a little. Don't be discouraged. You will pull through. We all have conquered, going through and/or slowly approaching our dates of changing our own world. Be happy with the progress you have made. I love reading the post too. It keeps me focused; except for Monday, my Birthday. My husband treated me with everything possible. And I must say, I lived it up. LOL. But, know this life is real. This forum is to help weight loss patients and those waiting to have surgery, share thoughts, questions and ideas. Keep up the work.

Wonderful. A life re-born. I read all of the post and so happy she made it through. God's Speed Tiffany. Note: You had surgery on my Birthday. I have 19 til my orientation with Kaiser. Can't wait to get the ball rolling.

thank you for your openness. you are funny. i love making love with my husband at 310 lbs now. i only can imagine 100 lbs less.

How does this happen?

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this site is soooo awesome. i'm glad to know you all are happy post-op and beyond. for those of you who are having surgery this coming week, my thoughts and prayers are with you. be strong.

summer time is approaching and will be hot for sure. are there any popsicles with high carbs? or a good fudgsicle? a good idea can be to freeze gatorade in ice cube trays with popsicle sticks.