Attention ! Australian Sleevers

[lessismore67 158]

Oh my gosh! Woo hoo ! I am finally logged on!! Hi again everyone and a very warm welcome to the newbies- I have been trying and trying to log on for ages. Reading all the posts has been great but sooo frustrating not to be able to reply. I hope this works on my phone which is what I usually use....

Last time I posted I was so hungry, craving carbohydrates mainly, lots of head hunger, and couldn't work out why. Then I got my TOM for the first time in four months since the surgery. Suddenly I just couldn't fit *anything* into my sleeve for a few days. Go figure.

Now 30kg down and fitting into regular size 16-18 depending on the store. This is my surgical goal but I am still slowly losing and I have until January until the magical six month rapid weight loss window closes. I just cannot believe that I can walk into a regular size shop and try on things that fit me. More unbelievable is how much cheaper the clothing is (obviously not shopping for designer stuff yet - Lol). My arthritis continues but I know that if I had not had the sleeve I would be walking now with a stick. No knee pain now and my foot pain no longer makes me cry Love my sleeve and missed chatting with you guys.

[mistysj 1,939]

Oh my gosh! Woo hoo ! I am finally logged on!! Hi again everyone and a very warm welcome to the newbies- I have been trying and trying to log on for ages. Reading all the posts has been great but sooo frustrating not to be able to reply. I hope this works on my phone which is what I usually use.... Last time I posted I was so hungry, craving carbohydrates mainly, lots of head hunger, and couldn't work out why. Then I got my TOM for the first time in four months since the surgery. Suddenly I just couldn't fit *anything* into my sleeve for a few days. Go figure. Now 30kg down and fitting into regular size 16-18 depending on the store. This is my surgical goal but I am still slowly losing and I have until January until the magical six month rapid weight loss window closes. I just cannot believe that I can walk into a regular size shop and try on things that fit me. More unbelievable is how much cheaper the clothing is (obviously not shopping for designer stuff yet - Lol). My arthritis continues but I know that if I had not had the sleeve I would be walking now with a stick. No knee pain now and my foot pain no longer makes me cry Love my sleeve and missed chatting with you guys.

Congrats on reaching your surgeon's goal! wow that seems quick! You must feel great. I know what you mean about sizes. I am just moving to 14s and it is so hard to believe.

I'm so happy there is some action on this thread and everyone is finding their way back!

[lessismore67 158]

Hi again misty.Tried to reply to you on my phone last night...I think this will work now:)

How are you feeling today? I hope your wound is clearing up and that the Questran is helping?

[lessismore67 158]

Hmmm.How do I 'like' a post using an android phone? There are no options for it.Tapping the header doesn't do it.

[mistysj 1,939]

Hi again misty.Tried to reply to you on my phone last night...I think this will work now:)

How are you feeling today? I hope your wound is clearing up and that the Questran is helping?

I'm not on the Questran right now, just waiting to make sure all the surgery stuff is sorted out first. I think the wound is healing well, the pain is somewhat less. I see the surgeon again on Monday and we will re-evaluate then. I am on day 3 of 5 for the antibiotic.

[sueoco 509]

<p>Hi Everyone, I have been keeping up with all of your news but life has been a bit hectic so I haven't been posting much anywhere.</p> <p>Welcome Back Sarahjp, I hope 'Dr Grumpy' is as happy with your loss as you are? Congratulations on your determination to make this surgery work for you. I am still seeing him and I actually got a hug and a smile out of him at my last visit, when I showed him the pictures of me on the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge which I climbed on 5th October. </p> <p>Sueoco, I have never liked exercise and at 7 months post op, I still can't/don't want to make it part of my life. So, well done on joining the Gym.</p> <p>Merry, I know that lots of people lose their hair post op, however, I am 7 months post op and my hair is healthier, thicker and looking better than ever. So don't count on losing your hair because it may not happen.</p> <p>Misty, I am sorry that you are unwell after your surgery and I hope that the antibiotics do the trick before you travel back to India.</p> <p> </p> <p>I have now lost 30 kgs and have done something very impulsive, which I would never have done 7 months ago. I have booked myself a very quick trip to Sydney for the Sydney 500 V8 Supercars Final Round which is on over the weekend of 6,7,8 December. My favourite driver Craig Lowndes has a chance of winning the 2013 Championship and I have a Grandstand ticket at the finish line to see him win. I just a bit excited *in case you didn't already get that,lol*. I am a little anxious that I won't fit in the airplane seat, but I'll worry about that when I'm on the plane on Thursday. lol</p> <p> </p> <p>If there are any Sydneysiders who would like to get together for coffee or dinner over the weekend, I'd love to catch up. I'm staying in Parramatta and I won't have a car but I can do taxi's if necessary.</p> <p> </p> <p>Keep up the great work everyone and have a wonderful Thursday.</p> <p>Michele</p>

Michelle - would love to catch up with you when you are in Sydney. Parramatta is not far from where I live so I can come to you. Lissa, Susan and I actually met up there for brunch (which lasted about 6 hours!) because Lissa was staying in Paramatta when she visited Sydney. Also I think Kelli is going to be in Sydney early December - Kelli do you know what dates yet? If Parramatta doesn't work and the city is better I am happy to meet up with you and travel into the city.

[sueoco 509]

Hmmm.How do I 'like' a post using an android phone? There are no options for it.Tapping the header doesn't do it.

Less - sorry - I am an apple user so I will be no help - glad you found your way back!

[ausmith 374]

I'm not on the Questran right now, just waiting to make sure all the surgery stuff is sorted out first. I think the wound is healing well, the pain is somewhat less. I see the surgeon again on Monday and we will re-evaluate then. I am on day 3 of 5 for the antibiotic.

Misty a great tip someone gave me. To dry any wound with a hair dryer on cool to prevent infection or to clear it up quicker. This is something I do and I have never had a prob.

[lessismore67 158]

Hmmm.How do I 'like' a post using an android phone? There are no options for it.Tapping the header doesn't do it.

Less - sorry - I am an apple user so I will be no help - glad you found your way back!

[kelliv 659]

Less - sorry - I am an apple user so I will be no help - glad you found your way back!

Hi Sue, I am coming to Sydney Monday 9-Wednesday 11, but work has me fully booked this first trip. Sorry, we will meet next time, even if I come down a day early.

[mistysj 1,939]

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[newlife281013 98]

HI Everyone, Ive been gone again for awhile. Ive officially broke 30kgs mark in my weightloss, one of my big weightloss goals. But i'm going to ask a silly question. Does anyone else have issues with being uncomfortable setting after all this weight lose? its like my pelic bones are rubbing against everything I sit on. Unfortabe at the best of times. I guess I will have to get use to using a cussion to sit on. Is it just me or is it a issue for others ??? Hope everyone is well Sarah

I've only lost 17kgs and I find that laying on my side in bed I can feel my hips dig in the bed. 1. I thing the rest of my weight is pushing down on less padding and 2. Need a new bed

[newlife281013 98]

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Wow Misty you have done so well. Congratulations!

[Sydney Susan 333]

Fantastic photo Misty. Congrats.

[kelliv 659]

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Misty that's hilarious!!!