Hi,

Well I've finished day 7 of pre-op diet. I lost 3lbs.

I stuck to the letter and it wasn't too bad, at all !!

Tomorrow I have my last visit with the surgeon and my pre-op testing for surgery. Well the surgery is just around the corner. I'm getting excited :cursing:. Have all my shakes, soups and power shots. So I'm ready to roll!!

CarolD

Get a heating pad, I found it very soothing! And some lifesavers.

Good for you , well done and Congratulations for the coming surgery , I wish you well on the next step for your new life...

Marion

Hi,

Well I've finished day 7 of pre-op diet. I lost 3lbs.

I stuck to the letter and it wasn't too bad, at all :eek:!!

Tomorrow I have my last visit with the surgeon and my pre-op testing for surgery. Well the surgery is just around the corner. I'm getting excited . Have all my shakes, soups and power shots. So I'm ready to roll!!

CarolD

Well done Carol. :tongue2: Sounds like you are on your way. What is your surgery date?

My surgery is on Wed. June 16th. One week from tomorrow:hurray: I actually lost 4.5 lbs. :eek: Dr. was pleased with total of 19 lbs. so far. :tongue2: for the support!!!

CarolD:thumbup:

My surgery is on Wed. June 16th. One week from tomorrow:hurray: I actually lost 4.5 lbs. :eek: Dr. was pleased with total of 19 lbs. so far. :tongue2: for the support!!!

CarolD:thumbup:

I will be thinking about you on the 16th, and wishing you all the best. You are well on your way to a healthier life. Congratulations!!! If I can help with any questions, let me know.

Thanks Karen,

I'm sure I'll have a lot of questions:huh2:. I love your before and after pics and your total

loss:thumbup:!!! Wow you lost a whole person but gained a New you!!! Have your resolved many health issues? Just losing 19lbs. I've reduced my insulin doses dramatically. Sure would like to get off it all together. Have a Great Day!!

CarolD

Thanks Karen,

I'm sure I'll have a lot of questions:huh2:. I love your before and after pics and your total

loss:thumbup:!!! Wow you lost a whole person but gained a New you!!! Have your resolved many health issues? Just losing 19lbs. I've reduced my insulin doses dramatically. Sure would like to get off it all together. Have a Great Day!!

CarolD

Carol

I was lucky that I did not have a lot of health issues for my size. Mostly my problems were with my joints. My GP had told me I would need a motorized wheel chair someday to get around, and I was having treatments for pain in my knees every six months. I also was taking meds for swelling in my ankles, and pain killers for my back problems. I never thought I would be able to go a day without Clebrex. Now I don't take any prescription medication. I seem to always be in Physical Therapy for something to do with my joints.

I truly feel many years younger and have so much more energy. I think getting banded was the best thing I ever did for myself. Finally, all the pieces came together and I was able to lose the weight. My doctor was great with educating us on proper eating habits, foods and execise.

Good luck on the 16th. I waiting to hear your sucess story in the near future.

Thanks Karen,

I'm sure I'll have a lot of questions:huh2:. I love your before and after pics and your total

loss:thumbup:!!! Wow you lost a whole person but gained a New you!!! Have your resolved many health issues? Just losing 19lbs. I've reduced my insulin doses dramatically. Sure would like to get off it all together. Have a Great Day!!

CarolD

I've been a type 2 diabetic for more than ten years, on insulin for the past 18 months (up to six injections a day) and taking heavy does of oral meds on top of all of that just to keep my BS around 140.

I am ten weeks post op. I tell everyone having either banding or bi-pass, you are doing the best and most selfish thing in your life. You, your surgeon, nutritionist, and God are putting 10+ years to your life.

The weight loss is fantastic, but for me the best byproduct is I am no longer taking insulin at all -- none since my surgery -- and I am weaning myself off my oral meds with the help of my doctor -- 1/8th of the dosage. That pleases me more than anything else.

Of course it is nice to wear clothes not just 4X warmups that fit, sizes from the distant past, even my old everyday shoes are roomy. All in all this is a wonderful gift.

Just keep in mind, this is a marathon not a sprint. Time is what you are giving yourself so use it wisely and develop if you don't have it already a positive outlook. There are still many hills to climb and plateaus to cross, but the journey is the joy. Enjoy it.

I will say a prayer for you on your surgery date. Hope you don't mind.

I've been a type 2 diabetic for more than ten years, on insulin for the past 18 months (up to six injections a day) and taking heavy does of oral meds on top of all of that just to keep my BS around 140.

I am ten weeks post op. I tell everyone having either banding or bi-pass, you are doing the best and most selfish thing in your life. You, your surgeon, nutritionist, and God are putting 10+ years to your life.

The weight loss is fantastic, but for me the best byproduct is I am no longer taking insulin at all -- none since my surgery -- and I am weaning myself off my oral meds with the help of my doctor -- 1/8th of the dosage. That pleases me more than anything else.

Of course it is nice to wear clothes not just 4X warmups that fit, sizes from the distant past, even my old everyday shoes are roomy. All in all this is a wonderful gift.

Just keep in mind, this is a marathon not a sprint. Time is what you are giving yourself so use it wisely and develop if you don't have it already a positive outlook. There are still many hills to climb and plateaus to cross, but the journey is the joy. Enjoy it.:eek:

I will say a prayer for you on your surgery date. Hope you don't mind.

Thanks Will,

Beside feeling like a 90 year old cripple my BS's were out of control. Like you 5-6 shots & with Max oral meds. My A1C was up to 8.1. Last A1C was 6.5 MUCH Better:thumbup:!!! Lantus 60u - 45u and Humalog from 8-10u 4-5 X's down to 2-3u 1-3 X's a day. Now I just am monitoring and adjusting daily so I don't have any bad lows. This mornings fasting was 99!!

I just ordered some new "Walk/Run" Shoes. women's size 8WW. I didn't think about my feet getting skinny:lol:!!

Thanks for your thoughts and Prayers. Prayers are Always welcome!! Keep them coming.

CarolD

Well I have only 2 days left to go !!!

Getting closer ...wishing you the best of luck with your surgery ....whoo !!! a new chapter in your life is about to begin...

Marion

Well I have only 2 days left to go !!!

CarolD771 GOOD LUCK TOMORROW! I will be thinking about you. You will be on your way to a whole new beginning.

Karen

Thanks to All,

In 12 hours I'll be banded. :sigh: Your support has really been appreciated. It's good having people your own age to relate to who have a mature outlook on life.

God Bless you,

Thinking of you....

marion, where do you get these? They are FAB!!!

Hey.. missing you gal... long time no hear from!!! I'm officially celebrating one week of being banded!!! woohoo!

Hope to chat withyou soon!

Tracy