I lost another 3.8 pounds! Who hoo! Here's what's interesting. I have been eating more than I am supposed to. I didn't know I was until I showed someone who had a band what I ate for lunch. I have have no complications at all which is great. I spoke to someone who has 6 CCs in their band and they have had their band for 2 years. I have 5 ccs and I had surgery in January. I am grateful to have my 5ccs but I don't have restriction. I start a new job next week for sure and I will have a hard time getting a fill due to the training schedule. I am praying the Surgeon makes a special appt just for me to get it done b/c I want to stay on track. I have been getting on the eliptical every other day as well as weight lifting. A friend suggested this site..My FitnessPal. It tells you how much calories you should be eating on a daily basis. You can log your meals and exercises. It's kinda like Facebook. I like it. I love what my body is starting to look like. I love that I can slip right into a size 20. I was a size 22/24. I can also put on some 18s!~ YAY!
The only thing about my body I'm not crazy about is my inner thighs. What exercises should I do to minimize the fat there?
TTFN
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Friday, March 11, 2011
Saturday, March 5, 2011
On a nice get-a-way..
Hola and Good Morning!!
This week has been incredibly busy. My mom was hospitalized for the last 2 days so I was very pre-occupied. She went home yesterday and is doin' great. My hubby decided to have a mini-getaway for a me and my son for the weekend. It was way overdue. The pants I wore to dinner yesterday were too big and I literally had to keep pulling them up! They were my favorite pants! That was a complete shocker because of course I know I lost weight but how loose they were was just ridiculous! Freakin' thumbs up to me! I hit the Elliptical today and lifted weights. I also joined the Y and will be taking group fitness classes.
This week was my 2nd fill and I haven't had any issues at all! YAY! I feel a little restriction but all is good! No vomiting or anything. I just wanted to check in and let you guys know that all went well after my last fill.
Have a great day and TTFN.
This week has been incredibly busy. My mom was hospitalized for the last 2 days so I was very pre-occupied. She went home yesterday and is doin' great. My hubby decided to have a mini-getaway for a me and my son for the weekend. It was way overdue. The pants I wore to dinner yesterday were too big and I literally had to keep pulling them up! They were my favorite pants! That was a complete shocker because of course I know I lost weight but how loose they were was just ridiculous! Freakin' thumbs up to me! I hit the Elliptical today and lifted weights. I also joined the Y and will be taking group fitness classes.
This week was my 2nd fill and I haven't had any issues at all! YAY! I feel a little restriction but all is good! No vomiting or anything. I just wanted to check in and let you guys know that all went well after my last fill.
Have a great day and TTFN.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Hey Now!
| Today, I had my second fill! YAY!! I had 2 more CCs for a total of 5CC's. I spoke to a family friend who has the band and she said she had 5-7 CCs before she felt restriction. That makes me happy to have 5CCs. Now, I also feel nervous about it at the same time cuz I actually feel restriction. I drank with no problems today so we'll see how eating goes tomorrow. BTW, I came into work today and a co-worker just saw my face (I was sitting down) and she said, "Holy Cow! I can see you lost a lot!" That made me feel wonderful!! My current weight is 285.6. My first fill was 2-15-11 and I weighed 289.2 then. My doc said to keep up the good work which also made me feel awesome! TTFN!! |
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Exercise for 2-28-11
| Elyptical: 20 Minute Workout Miles: 1.6 Calories Burned: 141 ---------- Free weights used: 8 LBS Bicep Curls: 40 Reps Single Press: 40 Reps Shoulder Press: 40 Reps Bench Press: 40 Reps NuStep Machine: 8 minutes Workload 1-10: 7 Treadmill: 10 minutes on 3.5 speed ---------- *Attempted to use the Yoga Ball and sat on it and my butt darn near hit the ground while on the BALL! No lie! The ball was definately a No-Go.!! |
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The Weekend...
| Well this weekend was.... let's say interesting. I could have made better choices with the foods I ate. I had a crazy candy craving and I ate a handful of spice drops, you know..the sugar coated jelly candie things? They were tasty but not worth it however. I know I'll make mistakes along this journey so I'm not being too hard on myself. Tomorrow I'm getting my second fill. Yay! I'm a little nervous b/c I have been eating Orowheat Flatbreads which are high in fiber (5g) and only 100 calories. I eat that with roasted turkey, swiss cheese and Kraft Olive Oil Mayo. I love that meal! I wonder at what point with my fills will bread begin to bother me?? Well off to hit the treadmill and possibly the Elyptical. TTFN! |
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Dizziness...
| The last 2 days I've been getting a little lightheaded. Kind of like everything would be normal then I'd get a little dizzy. I wonder if my iron is low. I have not been using vitamins. Maybe this is the problem... |
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A shake I made today...
I made an awesome shake today. I put 4 oz. of Kefir Strawberry Banana Probiotic smoothie in a blender along with 1 scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder (26 grams of protein), 3 ice cubes and 3 frozen strawberries. I blended that bad boy up in my Bullet Bender knock-off and it came out a consistency of a shake. It was very good! The reason why I used a little bit of probiotic smoothie in it was to help me stay regular. The Kefir probiotic works quickly; within 24 hours for me. I put the vanilla protein in it to add some extra protein to my morning diet. This will help me stay satisfied longer. As for my pics, I haven't posted any yet because me trying to get my 5 year old take my pic didn't work out. I don't have to work tomorrow so I'll have my hubby take them. TTFN!
Monday, February 21, 2011
Good Morning!
Weight check. I lost an additional 1.6 pounds since last week. My goal was 2.5 pounds weekly but I'm happy I lost something...I got in late last night so pics yet. Oh, how I wish my 5 year old could take my pic..Wait....You know, I might just try to teach him to take mommy's pic..LOL!
I had Flax cereal and a banana for breakfast. It had 5 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein. It was good but maybe I should have had my iced protein drink with dab of instant coffee crystals. Oh, well maybe I'll make it later today...Have an awesome day! TTFN!
I had Flax cereal and a banana for breakfast. It had 5 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein. It was good but maybe I should have had my iced protein drink with dab of instant coffee crystals. Oh, well maybe I'll make it later today...Have an awesome day! TTFN!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Goooood Morning!
Hello all! Lately I have had a couple of things on my mind about my band. So far, I am completely happy with it. I don't have trouble keeping things down, I am never nauseated. I know everyone if different, I but I have heard people say they feel this and we have just the same amount of CC's in our bands. This is very puzzeling to me, however, I am grateful I am not having complications......so far.
I haven't taken any new pictures of myself because I needed new batteries for my camera. I went and got sum today so later I will try to post pics of myself on Obesityhelp.com. I am feeling very confident as I keep losing weight. I cannot wait to weigh myself today (currently I'm not at home). I need to step my game up as far as exercising so I plan on taking some classes at the local YMCA. My main problem areas are my legs, arms and stomach...heck my whole body has problem areas..LOL. Anyhow, Friday evening I found myself standing in line for Famous Dave's. I just wanted to order a little sandwich and eat some supple BBQ. I looked at my mom and was like..."Should I?" We walked outta there with no sandwich in hand, or in my stomach. I then went to Walgreen's and got sum Wasabi n' Soy Sauce Blue Diamond Almonds which were the bomb diggety. But that's what I get for not packin' snacks to take with me, I'll want to eat things I shouldn't. Not that BBQ is bad, it's fast food BBQ.
I bought a little insulated lunch pail that evening for 99 cents. It's a small compact thing and of course it's pink and colorful. That's me!!! I will be putting snacks in it and taking it with me from now on. I love the feeling of putting on clothes that were too tight that now feel loose. I don't want to mess that feeling up so I need to watch what I put into my mouth. I find myself dancing in the mirror and shakin' my tush....LOL! What can I say, it feels really good losin' weight. We'll I gotta go and get ready for the day.. BTW, Feed my fishies in the upper left hand corner of my blog........ TTFN!
I haven't taken any new pictures of myself because I needed new batteries for my camera. I went and got sum today so later I will try to post pics of myself on Obesityhelp.com. I am feeling very confident as I keep losing weight. I cannot wait to weigh myself today (currently I'm not at home). I need to step my game up as far as exercising so I plan on taking some classes at the local YMCA. My main problem areas are my legs, arms and stomach...heck my whole body has problem areas..LOL. Anyhow, Friday evening I found myself standing in line for Famous Dave's. I just wanted to order a little sandwich and eat some supple BBQ. I looked at my mom and was like..."Should I?" We walked outta there with no sandwich in hand, or in my stomach. I then went to Walgreen's and got sum Wasabi n' Soy Sauce Blue Diamond Almonds which were the bomb diggety. But that's what I get for not packin' snacks to take with me, I'll want to eat things I shouldn't. Not that BBQ is bad, it's fast food BBQ.
I bought a little insulated lunch pail that evening for 99 cents. It's a small compact thing and of course it's pink and colorful. That's me!!! I will be putting snacks in it and taking it with me from now on. I love the feeling of putting on clothes that were too tight that now feel loose. I don't want to mess that feeling up so I need to watch what I put into my mouth. I find myself dancing in the mirror and shakin' my tush....LOL! What can I say, it feels really good losin' weight. We'll I gotta go and get ready for the day.. BTW, Feed my fishies in the upper left hand corner of my blog........ TTFN!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Another Awesome Find....
"It all began with health scientists trying to create a product to provide sustained energy for chemotherapy patients. They discovered Quercetin (pronounced kwur-si-tin), a powerful all natural antioxidant and combined it with Green Tea Catechins. Their patented formula was called FRS, and it quickly became the "secret weapon" for many elite athletes." -Quoted from the back of the can.
I only buy the Low Cal ones. They don't taste bad at all. They have only 25 calories per 11.5 FL OZ can and only 4 Carbs. Make it "protein-y" and put flavorless protein powder in it. Yummy...
*Photo credit http://www.frs.com/
Eating after my fill
- Calories: 160 / Total Fat: 3g / Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 290mg / Potassium: 150mg / Carbs: 29g
- Fiber: 6g / Protein: 7g
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
First Fill Down....
Well today I had my first fill. Man, talk about somebody being nervous! ......And when he whipped that needle out..Woooo! My heart jumped! My mom went with me and she video taped the whole procedure. She had to wear an X-Ray tech jacket while the doc did his thang. So he told me to stand in between this big machine and line my port up with a box on the side of the machine. The first needle came and he said that I'd feel a slight pinch, it was a numbing agent. I actually didn't feel anything. Then the second needle came and it was for the fill. He told me to take a gulp of the barium. I took a sissy gulp. LOL! We could see the barium going down my stomach on the monitor they had there. I could see where my band was. Man, technology is insane! He told me to take another gulp of the barium..once again I took a sissy gulp. Why was I taking sissy gulps? I don't know...I was a first timer..maybe it was my nerves. I have no clue. Then again he told me to take another big gulp and this time he told me my other gulps were sissy gulps. Well....I couldn't get mad because he was tellin' the truth! LOL
The whole procedure was done within minutes. He added 3CCs to my band. I left with a little band-aid on my belly. No biggie! I was told to only drink liquids for the rest of the day b/c my stomach may be a little swollen due to the fill. I can begin soft/mushy foods tomorrow. I didn't feel any different all day. I will admit that I'm nervous about actually eating tomorrow. I just don't want anything to come back up. It probably won't but the thought of it happening makes me uneasy. Once again, I'm probably worrying for nothing.
Good news! I am exactly 9 pounds down since my surgery date, 1/24/2011! To me, that is a huge deal because I lost 15 lbs. during the all liquids before surgery and 9 lbs after. That's a total of 24 pounds off of my body! I really feel good and proud of myself for getting this far. I hope to lose about 3.5 more pounds by 1/24/2011, my 1 month post-op date. We'll see! Well time to hit the sack. I am beat!
TTFN!
The whole procedure was done within minutes. He added 3CCs to my band. I left with a little band-aid on my belly. No biggie! I was told to only drink liquids for the rest of the day b/c my stomach may be a little swollen due to the fill. I can begin soft/mushy foods tomorrow. I didn't feel any different all day. I will admit that I'm nervous about actually eating tomorrow. I just don't want anything to come back up. It probably won't but the thought of it happening makes me uneasy. Once again, I'm probably worrying for nothing.
Good news! I am exactly 9 pounds down since my surgery date, 1/24/2011! To me, that is a huge deal because I lost 15 lbs. during the all liquids before surgery and 9 lbs after. That's a total of 24 pounds off of my body! I really feel good and proud of myself for getting this far. I hope to lose about 3.5 more pounds by 1/24/2011, my 1 month post-op date. We'll see! Well time to hit the sack. I am beat!
TTFN!
1st Fill Today
| Today I have my first fill appointment. It's exactly in 1 hour. I am extremely nervous, yet excited. I don't know what else to blog about it...I'm just NERVOUS! Like the surgery, once it's done, I'll feel way better. TTFN! |
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Holy Canoli, Batman!
That's what I wanna see! This is so motivating! And the best part.....I don't even have a fill! My first one is Tuesday! Insane, insane, insane!
Gooooood Morning! 21 Days Post Op!
Good Morning! In 2 days I get my first fill...and my Dr. does it under fluro! YAY! I hear this helps prevent leakage. So yesterday I was running around all day and forgot to pack my lunch. I found myself starving and had to be at an appt in 30 mins. I went to Arby's and got a little Arby Roast beef sandwich, ate the roast beef and tossed the bread. It made me feel a lot better. I definitely need to pack my lunch and snacks when I know I'm going to have a hectic day. Any fast food really isn't that good for you. So today I plan on getting in some exercise. Also, I found some drinks that helps me with energy, is very healthy, no carbonation and is ONLY 35 CALORIES! I will try to post info about it tonight.
My last post I was cravin' for POP or a sip of Moscato. I kinda got over it. Pop isn't good for you but yet it tastes so good. Pop is what helped get me get heavy. So why did I want it so bad? Old habits. I need to stop them altogether. Everyday is a work in progress. I will always have cravings, I just need to deal with it when I have them. I just visited a forum where someone lost 100 pounds with the band in 9 months. That is so commendable! I need to focus on why I got weight loss surgery and make this a success!
Have a wonderful day!
My last post I was cravin' for POP or a sip of Moscato. I kinda got over it. Pop isn't good for you but yet it tastes so good. Pop is what helped get me get heavy. So why did I want it so bad? Old habits. I need to stop them altogether. Everyday is a work in progress. I will always have cravings, I just need to deal with it when I have them. I just visited a forum where someone lost 100 pounds with the band in 9 months. That is so commendable! I need to focus on why I got weight loss surgery and make this a success!
Have a wonderful day!
Friday, February 11, 2011
It's been a while....
Well its been 5 days since I blogged..MY BAD! Okay, let's see if I can sum everything up that has happened so far. Last Sunday was the Super Bowl and I went over my in-laws. My mom-in-law had Jimmy John's sandwiches there. I brought my own food...my favorite since being banded....Tuna salad...YUM! A little later I began to get hungry so I ate turkey, mozzarella cheese, and cottage cheese. Now, there were cookies, chips and POP. I really, really wanted sum of that stuff. I just wanted to nibble just a bit of a cookie and eat just one chip ....bet I couldn't eat just one! I totally stayed away from it but I was a little "pouty" within. I hated that I couldn't just eat freely like I once could before! I knew that this was something I'm just gonna have to get over and live with...the crazy temptations and all. Anyway, I consider Sunday a huge success because I behaved.
Monday I went hard in the gym....then I left gasping for air and breathing hard. Why can't I determine when enough is enough? Why must I have to feel like I'm gonna die when I go so hard? I should be pushing myself, right? My mistake...Not having my Advair. The rest of the week was very busy. Kind of a blur!
Wednesday I weighed in...DRUM ROLLLLLL....Gained 1.5 pounds! WHAT?? Everyone is saying that it must be muscle because CLEARLY my clothes are loose on me! When I go to scratch my lower back, I feel less thickness and more smoothness. I got to say.. I LOVE IT! I have to admit though, the 1.5 pound gain is toally bummin' me out. Even tho it may be muscle, I want to see the scale go down!!! It's a mind thing honestly. I cannot wait to start droppin' weight like its nobody's bizness. I want to make this a success!
I have been slacking preparing my food as well as I did last week. I find myself making a smoothie then waiting too long to eat my next meal which makes me want to eat here and there. I have gotten more familiar with my band. When I wait too long to eat, I get this crazy hunger pang which feels odd vibrating on my band. It's an "upset stomach" feeling. Once I put food in my mouth, it's like the little monster inside is satisfied. Then my body feels great. When I'm on the floor on my knees and my stomach is pressed against my bed or couch, I get the upset stomach feeling again....Like I cannot have pressure on my band. It get up and it feels better. I am more aware of how thoroughly I chew my food. I like that I am forced to slow down eating. I can't just eat any and everything anymore.
POP......I swear..My hubby brought a 2- Litre home and I opened the top..Smelled the sweetness..BTW, it was lemon-lime.... I smelled the sweetness, I put my lips on the opening and closed my eyes and imagined the taste..I did not turn it up..Just put my lips on the opening. I know, PATHETIC! I miss the carbonation! I miss the fizzy goodness. I miss that insane belch after taking a big swig... TWO positives..My skin is clearer and no more empty calories.
MOSCATO...I miss it after a hard days work! I actually want to call my Doc to ask if I can have just one drink because my fill is next Tuesday so technically I have no pouch for the carbonated liquid to sit in. It'll go right down. On the other hand I'm afraid to ask.. I think he's gonna look at me in disgust... Umm, embarrassing. I'm gonna ask anyway...I'll take the stink face.
Well that's all that's been happening with me..
Until later,
Peace out.
Monday I went hard in the gym....then I left gasping for air and breathing hard. Why can't I determine when enough is enough? Why must I have to feel like I'm gonna die when I go so hard? I should be pushing myself, right? My mistake...Not having my Advair. The rest of the week was very busy. Kind of a blur!
Wednesday I weighed in...DRUM ROLLLLLL....Gained 1.5 pounds! WHAT?? Everyone is saying that it must be muscle because CLEARLY my clothes are loose on me! When I go to scratch my lower back, I feel less thickness and more smoothness. I got to say.. I LOVE IT! I have to admit though, the 1.5 pound gain is toally bummin' me out. Even tho it may be muscle, I want to see the scale go down!!! It's a mind thing honestly. I cannot wait to start droppin' weight like its nobody's bizness. I want to make this a success!
I have been slacking preparing my food as well as I did last week. I find myself making a smoothie then waiting too long to eat my next meal which makes me want to eat here and there. I have gotten more familiar with my band. When I wait too long to eat, I get this crazy hunger pang which feels odd vibrating on my band. It's an "upset stomach" feeling. Once I put food in my mouth, it's like the little monster inside is satisfied. Then my body feels great. When I'm on the floor on my knees and my stomach is pressed against my bed or couch, I get the upset stomach feeling again....Like I cannot have pressure on my band. It get up and it feels better. I am more aware of how thoroughly I chew my food. I like that I am forced to slow down eating. I can't just eat any and everything anymore.
POP......I swear..My hubby brought a 2- Litre home and I opened the top..Smelled the sweetness..BTW, it was lemon-lime.... I smelled the sweetness, I put my lips on the opening and closed my eyes and imagined the taste..I did not turn it up..Just put my lips on the opening. I know, PATHETIC! I miss the carbonation! I miss the fizzy goodness. I miss that insane belch after taking a big swig... TWO positives..My skin is clearer and no more empty calories.
MOSCATO...I miss it after a hard days work! I actually want to call my Doc to ask if I can have just one drink because my fill is next Tuesday so technically I have no pouch for the carbonated liquid to sit in. It'll go right down. On the other hand I'm afraid to ask.. I think he's gonna look at me in disgust... Umm, embarrassing. I'm gonna ask anyway...I'll take the stink face.
Well that's all that's been happening with me..
Until later,
Peace out.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Productive Burping
I found out what I did this morning after swallowing eggs not fully chewed was "productive burping". All I know is that was hell and NEVER AGAIN.
1st "OH CRAP" Moment .....
Sooooo, I made scrambled eggs for my Sunday Breakfast. I took a bite and chewed a couple time and SWALLOWED!
Sweet heavens... 
I could feel the eggs go down and start to get stuck. I leaned over the fridge and wished like hell it would hurry up and pass. It felt like there was a big ball in your upper chest trying to go down but also trying to come up.
I ran to the bathroom and to my amazement , I didn't barf! My body did this weird thing. I burped and pieces of eggs came out, another prompt burp came and more little pieces of eggs came out, another prompt burp and more eggs. Soo why didn't I barf? Is this what happens to bandsters? We BURP the food out? WEIRD!
Crazy part, I don't even have a FILL! Man, chewing alot before swallowing really requires being very aware of what you do when you eat!
Sweet heavens... I could feel the eggs go down and start to get stuck. I leaned over the fridge and wished like hell it would hurry up and pass. It felt like there was a big ball in your upper chest trying to go down but also trying to come up. I ran to the bathroom and to my amazement , I didn't barf! My body did this weird thing. I burped and pieces of eggs came out, another prompt burp came and more little pieces of eggs came out, another prompt burp and more eggs. Soo why didn't I barf? Is this what happens to bandsters? We BURP the food out? WEIRD!
Crazy part, I don't even have a FILL! Man, chewing alot before swallowing really requires being very aware of what you do when you eat!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Day11 Post Op
Good Morning! Today is Day 11 Post-Op and I feel amazing. One thing has been on my mind, however. My stomach is at full capacity and I can over-eat if I choose to. That is very nerve-racking. My Doc said until the first maybe 3 fills, I may not feel restriction at all. So my weight loss right now is basically all up to me!My first fill is on 2/15/11 and I must wait 4 weeks in between fills. It was suggested that I incorporate Weight Watchers by counting points for everything I eat. One thing I found interesting though; I ate 2 hard boiled eggs for dinner and I chewed them well but when I swallowed, it was as if they were having a hard time going down. I could literally feel the eggs going down past the band. I'm not sure if its that eggs were thick n' dry or what. I had no choice but to take a sip of water. I am down 1.5 pounds which is o.k. I wish it was more but I'll take any weight loss. My hubby can see weight loss in my backside and the small of my back. I can see it in my thunder-thighs..LOL! So, I am feeling great this morning. Later today, I'll hit the treadmill. Gotta work with my band.
Until Later,
SMOOCHES!!!
Until Later,
SMOOCHES!!!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Today's Workout
| Good Mornin'! Okay, I just finished a bike workout and I did waaaay better than I thought I'd do. Twenty minutes on the random hills setting. 4.4 Miles. What was I thinkin' tho? I am dawg tired and I keep coughing. So much for baby steps! Next time, I won't be so Gung Ho! |
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Approved for MUSHIES! YAY!
Today I was approved to eat mushies..YAY! The Doc told me to eat 1/2 cup every meal I eat and CHEW, CHEW, CHEW until my food is basically liquefied. They also reminded me to not drink anything 30 mins prior to and 1 hour after eating. Otherwise the food will be pushed right through the band. I also have to limit myself to 40 carbs daily which means I really gotta read labels. Sooo, I'm looking forward to eggs, tuna salad and other soft foods. Overall, I had a very good day. I had minimal back pain and my belly seems to be great if I watch the volume I consume.
Until tomorrow!
Until tomorrow!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Day 8 Post-Op..Feelin' Good
Good Morning! I feel bad about not blogging the last 2 days. I'll try to keep up daily so that I can remember what I went through after the surgery. So I noticed my stomach swelling went down considerably as of Sunday, post-op day 6. I can tolerate more food but if I overeat, boy it's hell! I mean eye-crossing hell! Anyhow, the only pain I have is sporadic back pain which is caused by the hernia repair. Now what's interesting about the back pain is that when it comes, you cannot stand straight up. You have to crouch or bend over to get weight off of it. The pain is miserable. I cannot wait until I'm fully recovered from the hernia repair.
As far as my weight Post-op. I'm still at exactly 298. This is acceptable to me because I didn't get much exercise post-op and I was eating cream soups, fruit juices and Italian ice cups (sweetened with splenda). I'm confused by this "sweetened with Splenda" part because I looked at the label and it said 20 grams of carbs. Ummmm, isn't splenda 0 carbs? Well those Italian ice cup felt good goin down but obviously wasn't good for me. This is a new journey for me so of course I'm gonna learn by trial and error.
Well yesterday I got in my first official workout. The hospital offers a free workout area for bariatric patients. It has a full set of weights, an awesome treadmill, yoga ball, jump ropes, exercise bike and an insane elliptical machine...FREE TO USE! So I walked on the treadmill for 25 minutes and did arm exercise with the 5lb weights. I figured I can get in at least 20 minutes of exercise in 5 days weekly and progress from there. Unfortunately because of the snow storm today school is out so I won't make it to the exercise room. I guess I'm gonna have to put in my 'Walking Away the Pounds' DVD.
As far as my weight Post-op. I'm still at exactly 298. This is acceptable to me because I didn't get much exercise post-op and I was eating cream soups, fruit juices and Italian ice cups (sweetened with splenda). I'm confused by this "sweetened with Splenda" part because I looked at the label and it said 20 grams of carbs. Ummmm, isn't splenda 0 carbs? Well those Italian ice cup felt good goin down but obviously wasn't good for me. This is a new journey for me so of course I'm gonna learn by trial and error.
Well yesterday I got in my first official workout. The hospital offers a free workout area for bariatric patients. It has a full set of weights, an awesome treadmill, yoga ball, jump ropes, exercise bike and an insane elliptical machine...FREE TO USE! So I walked on the treadmill for 25 minutes and did arm exercise with the 5lb weights. I figured I can get in at least 20 minutes of exercise in 5 days weekly and progress from there. Unfortunately because of the snow storm today school is out so I won't make it to the exercise room. I guess I'm gonna have to put in my 'Walking Away the Pounds' DVD.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Day 5 and Feelin' Like a Million Bucks!
Yesterday was a very bad day for me so imagine waking up and feelin' 90% as if nothing ever happened! No gas pain at all and as far as being regular I am back to "normal". I was able to eat more and enjoy myself. I am very thankful that this day that everyone from ObesityHelp.com talked about has come. Everyone has said that after 3 or 4 days of having the band surgery that everything will start to get better. I am very grateful to reach this day and be able to smile.
Originally posted on 1/28/11 on Obesityhelp.com
What an eventful day..
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O.K. I promised myself no matter how tired or bad I felt to try to Blog everyday so I can look back at what I went through during this journey. Here's a recap from today:
I woke up feeling like I was gonna puke and still hadn't had a BM since last Thursday. I got my son off to school with no issues but when I got home I felt as if I was gonna explode. I had a heavy feeling in the pit of my stomach and had an insane pain going up and down my back. I curled up on the couch with my blanket and called the surgeon's office. I insisted I come in that day. My mom and sis came to pick me up and took me to the Dr.'s office. I was feeling so stopped up that I refused to sit while Dr. White spoke to me. I told him about the heavy feeling in the pit of my gut and the insane back pain. He informed me that prescription pain meds can cause constipation and that the back pain may be from the hernia repair. He told me to use Tylenol liquid for pain and a suppository for the constipation. The hospital had a Pharmacy downstairs so I got Mirilax and the suppositories.
I leave the Dr.'s office and my mom and sis insists on going to a nearby Gordmans store to look around. Imagine my shocked facial expression! Here I am feeling like I'm gonna explode and they want to shop?? Where is the love?? So my sister insists that the bathroom in Gordman's was nice, pretty and clean and to use the suppository there. Ummm.....
She said the suppository works within minutes. Now, THAT got my attention. The thought of being relieved within minutes was the deal maker for me! So....it turns out that it did work within minutes and I was feeling better, the pain in my belly anyway. The back pain was still horrendous! I stopped by Walgreen's to get liquid Tylenol and I remembered wanting to cry and my eyes watering. I remembered feeling something must be wrong for me to feel this way! The back pain wouldn't stop! I bought the medicine took it and the back pain went away briefly. I then posted what I was going through and got amazing insight and support:http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/4312258/O-M-Freakin-G-4-Days-Post-Op/#35534909
Turns out because of the hernia repair the back pain is common. I got home and took a shower and felt a little better.
My stomach is literally growling as I type this blog. At least its not in crazy pain, though. I managed to eat cream of celery soup thinned out and an Italian ice cup today. I know that is not much but too much was going on for me to try to eat. Tomorrow I will try to eat often.
That was a recap of today and I hope tomorrow is wayyyy better.
Gnight and SMOOCHES!
I woke up feeling like I was gonna puke and still hadn't had a BM since last Thursday. I got my son off to school with no issues but when I got home I felt as if I was gonna explode. I had a heavy feeling in the pit of my stomach and had an insane pain going up and down my back. I curled up on the couch with my blanket and called the surgeon's office. I insisted I come in that day. My mom and sis came to pick me up and took me to the Dr.'s office. I was feeling so stopped up that I refused to sit while Dr. White spoke to me. I told him about the heavy feeling in the pit of my gut and the insane back pain. He informed me that prescription pain meds can cause constipation and that the back pain may be from the hernia repair. He told me to use Tylenol liquid for pain and a suppository for the constipation. The hospital had a Pharmacy downstairs so I got Mirilax and the suppositories.
I leave the Dr.'s office and my mom and sis insists on going to a nearby Gordmans store to look around. Imagine my shocked facial expression! Here I am feeling like I'm gonna explode and they want to shop?? Where is the love?? So my sister insists that the bathroom in Gordman's was nice, pretty and clean and to use the suppository there. Ummm.....
She said the suppository works within minutes. Now, THAT got my attention. The thought of being relieved within minutes was the deal maker for me! So....it turns out that it did work within minutes and I was feeling better, the pain in my belly anyway. The back pain was still horrendous! I stopped by Walgreen's to get liquid Tylenol and I remembered wanting to cry and my eyes watering. I remembered feeling something must be wrong for me to feel this way! The back pain wouldn't stop! I bought the medicine took it and the back pain went away briefly. I then posted what I was going through and got amazing insight and support:http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/4312258/O-M-Freakin-G-4-Days-Post-Op/#35534909
Turns out because of the hernia repair the back pain is common. I got home and took a shower and felt a little better.
My stomach is literally growling as I type this blog. At least its not in crazy pain, though. I managed to eat cream of celery soup thinned out and an Italian ice cup today. I know that is not much but too much was going on for me to try to eat. Tomorrow I will try to eat often.
That was a recap of today and I hope tomorrow is wayyyy better.
Gnight and SMOOCHES!
Originally posted on 1/27/11 on Obesityhelp.com
A light at the end of the tunnel
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Good Morning fellow Losers,
I feel so much better this morning. I woke up, got my son off to school, took my meds and had some ISOpure and a calcium chew. My belly seems to have settled alot. The gas isn't insane right now. With the gas pain, the last 2 days seemed like eternity. I still feel general pain but that is because of the port area and the fact that I had a repaired hernia.
Today my hubby went back to work so I am enjoying the peace and quiet. If the next few days goes as well as this, I will be ready to return to work next week.
Telisha
I feel so much better this morning. I woke up, got my son off to school, took my meds and had some ISOpure and a calcium chew. My belly seems to have settled alot. The gas isn't insane right now. With the gas pain, the last 2 days seemed like eternity. I still feel general pain but that is because of the port area and the fact that I had a repaired hernia.
Today my hubby went back to work so I am enjoying the peace and quiet. If the next few days goes as well as this, I will be ready to return to work next week.
Telisha
Originally posted on 1/27/11 on Obesityhelp.com
Better Day...
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I still haven't been able to .....Ummmm..well.. 
A stool softener is in order.
I have been able to pass gas, however. I feel my belly gurglin and what not. The pain is still present in the left side of my belly where the port happens to be. I forgot to mention something about my surgery...The Surgeon repaired my hiatyl hernia before placing the band. He said if he didn't repair it, the band would probably slip. I didn't even know I had a hernia! Turns out its very common in obese folks. Well I'm glad its repaired but maybe that's why I'm in so much pain. I did have 2 surgeries at once. I called my Employer and told them I will not be coming in until Monday. That gives me 1 full week to recover. I hope I am good by Monday but we'll see.
TTYL...
A stool softener is in order.I have been able to pass gas, however. I feel my belly gurglin and what not. The pain is still present in the left side of my belly where the port happens to be. I forgot to mention something about my surgery...The Surgeon repaired my hiatyl hernia before placing the band. He said if he didn't repair it, the band would probably slip. I didn't even know I had a hernia! Turns out its very common in obese folks. Well I'm glad its repaired but maybe that's why I'm in so much pain. I did have 2 surgeries at once. I called my Employer and told them I will not be coming in until Monday. That gives me 1 full week to recover. I hope I am good by Monday but we'll see.
TTYL...
Originally posted on 1/26/11 on Obesityhelp.com
GAS-X To the rescue!!!!
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Okay walking definitely helps.. I just want to make something clear. You know when you start to question if you made the right decision by having surgery? The gas pain was it for me. I took two Gas-X tabs and started to walk around a bit. OMG, I am thankful that pain gas pain went away. I really thought I was gonna explode! I found that sitting in a chair is waaaaay better than laying down with the incision wounds n' all.
I am not looking forward to going to work Thursday but thank goodness its a phone job
I am not looking forward to going to work Thursday but thank goodness its a phone job
Originally posted on 1/25/11 on Obesityhelp.com
PublishedI've got GAS!!!! OH LORD HAVE MERCYYYY
My stomach is bloated and I literally feel the gas in my gut. It feels like little baby kicks when I was pregnant with my son, no lie. Misery! You better believe I'm tryna pass this gas. I wish I could take Gas-X. I am finding that time is geting away from me. It's actually hard getting in the 4 ounces of liquid every hour cuz I feel full. I guess my stomach is still swollen from the band being placed. I heard the gas pain will go away after a while and I pray the relief comes soon cuz its very uncomfortable.
I'll probably blog later tonight.
See ya later
My stomach is bloated and I literally feel the gas in my gut. It feels like little baby kicks when I was pregnant with my son, no lie. Misery! You better believe I'm tryna pass this gas. I wish I could take Gas-X. I am finding that time is geting away from me. It's actually hard getting in the 4 ounces of liquid every hour cuz I feel full. I guess my stomach is still swollen from the band being placed. I heard the gas pain will go away after a while and I pray the relief comes soon cuz its very uncomfortable.
I'll probably blog later tonight.
See ya later
Originally posted on 1/24/11 on Obesityhelp.com
After the surgery....
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Okay...it feels good to be an official "LOSER!!" 
So as I discussed earlier, my surgery started one hour late which was fine by me because that gave my mom a chance to see me before surgery. That felt great to talk and joke with her before I went under. Pre-op they gave me medicine to "take the edge off of my anxiety" and to make my mouth very dry so that I wasn't slobbering and drooling during the procedure. Now when I say my mouth was dry, I mean there was NO fluid in my mouth and every time I tried to speak, the inside of my lips stuck to my teeth..LOL! I never experienced such a thing. Okay here was my experience with surgery..
I went under in no time..LOL! It was just like I took a very brief nap. When I woke up, I heard "Telisha, honey can you hear me? How do you feel?". As I tried to answer I started coughing uncontrollably. Thank goodness I remembered to hold my belly as I coughed. My throat was RAW and mouth DRY. They gave me a breathing treatment and said my oxygen was 100%. I was still having trouble breathing without coughing though. The nurse got eye level with me and said " Telisha, look at me, your oxygen level is at 100% so I'm just gonna walk you through breathing". She started a breathing pattern of short shallow breathes in and out with me. OMG! That was awesome because she got me to breathe without coughing alot AND gave me a cup of water that had a straw type thingy with a tiny sponge at the end. She told me to wet my lips and my tongue but don't swallow. That helped my cotton mouth. I was given an once of water to make sure I could keep it down without it coming back up. I could. Later I was given an ounce of liquid medicine and 1 ounce of apple juice (watered down of course). The only pain I felt was on the left side of my belly where the port was and I had sharp pains throughout my belly. I was told it was air. I drifted in and out throughout the day. Once my pain was under control I was able to walk and use the restroom. I had NO idea I was holding so much fluid! LOL!
I am now to take in 4 OZ of fluids every 1 HR which is going very well! I keep an ice pack on the incision where the port is. Feels awesome. I am definitely staying on top of my pain meds. My tummy seemed to have gone down some thanks to unexpected burbs here and there..LOL! Overall my experience went great...Way better than I thought it was gonna be!!! I have a one week follow up scheduled and then in 4 weeks I'll have my first fill.
I am thrilled the surgery is finally done and I can move forward. BTW, I thought I'd feel my band or port and I cannot feel either which is cool.
Thank you everyone for the messages and support. I really, really appreciate it. Also I have a couple of pics posted from today.
See ya later,
Telisha
So as I discussed earlier, my surgery started one hour late which was fine by me because that gave my mom a chance to see me before surgery. That felt great to talk and joke with her before I went under. Pre-op they gave me medicine to "take the edge off of my anxiety" and to make my mouth very dry so that I wasn't slobbering and drooling during the procedure. Now when I say my mouth was dry, I mean there was NO fluid in my mouth and every time I tried to speak, the inside of my lips stuck to my teeth..LOL! I never experienced such a thing. Okay here was my experience with surgery..
I went under in no time..LOL! It was just like I took a very brief nap. When I woke up, I heard "Telisha, honey can you hear me? How do you feel?". As I tried to answer I started coughing uncontrollably. Thank goodness I remembered to hold my belly as I coughed. My throat was RAW and mouth DRY. They gave me a breathing treatment and said my oxygen was 100%. I was still having trouble breathing without coughing though. The nurse got eye level with me and said " Telisha, look at me, your oxygen level is at 100% so I'm just gonna walk you through breathing". She started a breathing pattern of short shallow breathes in and out with me. OMG! That was awesome because she got me to breathe without coughing alot AND gave me a cup of water that had a straw type thingy with a tiny sponge at the end. She told me to wet my lips and my tongue but don't swallow. That helped my cotton mouth. I was given an once of water to make sure I could keep it down without it coming back up. I could. Later I was given an ounce of liquid medicine and 1 ounce of apple juice (watered down of course). The only pain I felt was on the left side of my belly where the port was and I had sharp pains throughout my belly. I was told it was air. I drifted in and out throughout the day. Once my pain was under control I was able to walk and use the restroom. I had NO idea I was holding so much fluid! LOL!
I am now to take in 4 OZ of fluids every 1 HR which is going very well! I keep an ice pack on the incision where the port is. Feels awesome. I am definitely staying on top of my pain meds. My tummy seemed to have gone down some thanks to unexpected burbs here and there..LOL! Overall my experience went great...Way better than I thought it was gonna be!!! I have a one week follow up scheduled and then in 4 weeks I'll have my first fill.
I am thrilled the surgery is finally done and I can move forward. BTW, I thought I'd feel my band or port and I cannot feel either which is cool.
Thank you everyone for the messages and support. I really, really appreciate it. Also I have a couple of pics posted from today.
See ya later,
Telisha
Originally posted on 1/24/11 on Obesityhelp.com
Oh happy and nervous DAY!
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This day is the beginning of my journey By the way, I am now 298 pounds was 313 pounds. Woooo Hoooo! I lost 15 freakin' pounds!! OMG! I am under 300 pounds! With that being said, the liquid diet was worth it. How long has it been since I've been under 300 pounds? Too long to remember, I 'll tell u that. I am literally blogging while that gave me loopy meds to make me relax. The nurse is so nice, she let me use her laptop so I can get in my last BLOG before I go in. So sweet!
Ok guys, Imma sign out now cuz the meds to make me relax are kicking in.
See you later when I am officially a "LOSER" .
Peace OUT!
Ok guys, Imma sign out now cuz the meds to make me relax are kicking in.
See you later when I am officially a "LOSER" .
Peace OUT!
Originally posted on 1/23/11 on Obesityhelp.com
RAISE THE FREAKIN' **ROOF!***
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The ROOF, the ROOF, the ROOF is on FIYAH!
BOOM SHaka Laka Shaka Laka Shaka Laka!!
Tomorrow is THEEE DAY!!! This is freakin surreal!! Now, I'm kind of nervous because I have a confession to make...
Buuut.. I will bear that confession tomorrow, after the procedure... LMBO!!!!
I am pretty much stocked up on what I need for when I get back home from surgery. I found this protein powder at Walmart that is 26 grams of 100% Whey Protein per scoop. It's called Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein and comes in a 2 LB. tub. The flavors includes Vanilla, Strawberry and Chocolate. Brace yourself for the price... $15.96 or sumthin. I got Vanilla and it tastes is very good. I used 1 scoop of the powder, skim milk, a lil smidget of KAVA instant coffee grounds, 2 ice cubes and ground them all up in my knockoff Bullet Blender (by GE). Umm, can we say Iced Coffee? Yes, yes, we can!
Okay I gotta go cuz I got a lil' bit of cleanin to do before the day is OVAH! EEEEEEEEE!
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The ROOF, the ROOF, the ROOF is on FIYAH!
BOOM SHaka Laka Shaka Laka Shaka Laka!!Tomorrow is THEEE DAY!!! This is freakin surreal!! Now, I'm kind of nervous because I have a confession to make...
Buuut.. I will bear that confession tomorrow, after the procedure... LMBO!!!!
I am pretty much stocked up on what I need for when I get back home from surgery. I found this protein powder at Walmart that is 26 grams of 100% Whey Protein per scoop. It's called Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein and comes in a 2 LB. tub. The flavors includes Vanilla, Strawberry and Chocolate. Brace yourself for the price... $15.96 or sumthin. I got Vanilla and it tastes is very good. I used 1 scoop of the powder, skim milk, a lil smidget of KAVA instant coffee grounds, 2 ice cubes and ground them all up in my knockoff Bullet Blender (by GE). Umm, can we say Iced Coffee? Yes, yes, we can!
Okay I gotta go cuz I got a lil' bit of cleanin to do before the day is OVAH! EEEEEEEEE!
Originally posted on 1/22/11 on Obesityhelp.com
3 WORDS.....
FREAK OUT FEST...
I cannot believe this'll be my last weekend with an unbanded gut.
I's SCUUUUURED!
I have spent quite a bit of time online reading posts after posts and sum have made me more nervous ,ie, revision surgeries...failed bands..port site infections...but others were very encouraging and have calmed me down a tad bit. Another thing I need to consider is the fact that there are MANY people wishing they were in my shoes right now so I need to suck it up. This is going to be an interesting journey. Me and food will no longer be dirty lovers..
I cannot believe this'll be my last weekend with an unbanded gut.
I's SCUUUUURED!
I have spent quite a bit of time online reading posts after posts and sum have made me more nervous ,ie, revision surgeries...failed bands..port site infections...but others were very encouraging and have calmed me down a tad bit. Another thing I need to consider is the fact that there are MANY people wishing they were in my shoes right now so I need to suck it up. This is going to be an interesting journey. Me and food will no longer be dirty lovers..Originally posted on 1/20/11 11:20am on Obesityhelp.com
ANXIETY
on January 20, 2011 11:40 am
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Hello, Hello!
Ok, so I had my pre-op meeting with the Surgical Group today and went over what to expect Monday after surgery. I'm only anxious tho because my surgery is just around the corner...so naturally I'm a little nervous. I just can't wait until the surgery is said and done. I think I'll be alot better mentally..LOL. I was given samples of protein supplements that are great to use which was awesome because they were the same protein supps I researched and decided to use! WHEW! They happended to be Unjury..www.unjury.com and ISOpure which can be purchased almost anywhere. I went to Walmart today and bought a 17 peice Blender by GE (Knock off version of the Bullet Blender) So I hope it works well because that will help me during this whole process for being able to eat other things after the surgery.
Alright, I am a lil sleepy so time for a nap.
Ok, so I had my pre-op meeting with the Surgical Group today and went over what to expect Monday after surgery. I'm only anxious tho because my surgery is just around the corner...so naturally I'm a little nervous. I just can't wait until the surgery is said and done. I think I'll be alot better mentally..LOL. I was given samples of protein supplements that are great to use which was awesome because they were the same protein supps I researched and decided to use! WHEW! They happended to be Unjury..www.unjury.com and ISOpure which can be purchased almost anywhere. I went to Walmart today and bought a 17 peice Blender by GE (Knock off version of the Bullet Blender) So I hope it works well because that will help me during this whole process for being able to eat other things after the surgery.
Alright, I am a lil sleepy so time for a nap.
Originally posted on 1/19/11 7:02am on Obesityhelp.com
DAY FIVE OF LIQUID DIET
on January 19, 2011 7:02 am
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on January 19, 2011 7:02 am
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BLOG TYME!!!!
OMG!! BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!
Aaaalrighty. Well Monday was my pre-op physical with my PCP AND I LOST 7 entire pounds on this starvation....I mean liquid diet. I honestly see now how often I would
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It's interesting to see my body change so quickly. Insane. All tests came back just fine sooo.... IT'S A GO! I just need to get stocked up on things I need for after surgery Monday. Most importantly a BULLET BLENDER.. As far as the operation, Ugh I'm nervous but I bet everything will be fine.
Peace Out Weight loss babies.
OMG!! BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!
Aaaalrighty. Well Monday was my pre-op physical with my PCP AND I LOST 7 entire pounds on this starvation....I mean liquid diet. I honestly see now how often I would
.It's interesting to see my body change so quickly. Insane. All tests came back just fine sooo.... IT'S A GO! I just need to get stocked up on things I need for after surgery Monday. Most importantly a BULLET BLENDER.. As far as the operation, Ugh I'm nervous but I bet everything will be fine.
Peace Out Weight loss babies.
Originally posted on 1/16/11 5:36pm on Obesityhelp.com
Day Three, Bay-beeee!
on January 16, 2011 5:36 pm
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on January 16, 2011 5:36 pm
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I am actually doin good on day 3 of the liquid diet. I have been reading posts where some doctors are allowing their band patients to do a 2 day clear liquid diet before their surgery. What gives????
From what I understand, the reason for the liquid diet was so that the liver wasn't fatty and all in the way when they are doin their thang during laproscopic surgery. So the 2 day liquid only diet is a lil' puzzling to me. Anywho, I am a lil' bummed tho that my hubby and son gets to eat pizza n' stuff. I kinda just wanna lick a peice but that would just be me teasin' myself. Wooooo-SAHHHH!!
Well, time to head home and eat sum.....J..E...L...L...O....
From what I understand, the reason for the liquid diet was so that the liver wasn't fatty and all in the way when they are doin their thang during laproscopic surgery. So the 2 day liquid only diet is a lil' puzzling to me. Anywho, I am a lil' bummed tho that my hubby and son gets to eat pizza n' stuff. I kinda just wanna lick a peice but that would just be me teasin' myself. Wooooo-SAHHHH!! Well, time to head home and eat sum.....J..E...L...L...O....
Originally posted on 1/15/11 10:48am on Obesityhelp.com
Day 2 of liquids only
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Well I actually feel fine besides the occasional rumble-in-my-tum-mo. I wonder how much weight I'll lose on the liquids. 
Monday I have my full physical before the surgery and my pre-surgery meeting. One word : Excited
I have been in the mood for ZUMBA fitness. FUN FUN FUN!!!! My sister has the ZUMBA workout DVDs and is awaiting an approval for her surgery. Why not shake our booty and get down with our bad selves? I need to stay busy so I won't focus on food. Me and Food (Food and I..LOL) have a love hate relationship. Since I know this, I must always think about food before I actually eat it. Am I really hungry? Am I bored? Am I upset? I absolutely LOVE the support groups and they will be a HUGE tool for me to be a success. Good stuff, Good stuff.
Monday I have my full physical before the surgery and my pre-surgery meeting. One word : Excited
I have been in the mood for ZUMBA fitness. FUN FUN FUN!!!! My sister has the ZUMBA workout DVDs and is awaiting an approval for her surgery. Why not shake our booty and get down with our bad selves? I need to stay busy so I won't focus on food. Me and Food (Food and I..LOL) have a love hate relationship. Since I know this, I must always think about food before I actually eat it. Am I really hungry? Am I bored? Am I upset? I absolutely LOVE the support groups and they will be a HUGE tool for me to be a success. Good stuff, Good stuff.
Originally posted on 1/14/11 3:34pm on Obesityhelp.com
Could it be TRUE?
on January 14, 2011 3:34 pm
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on January 14, 2011 3:34 pm
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OMG, OMG, OMG!
I have a surgery date. Thanks to a cancellation, I am in for 1/24/11. It was by mere coincidence that I didn't eat anything at all today before my doctors appointment so I quickly went to the store and stocked up on soups and liquids. This means there is no LAST SUPPER FOR ME!!!!
. Sooooooooo, I have to go on straight liquids right away. OMG!!!
Honestly is for the best, though.
My poor hubby was bummed cuz he wanted to have sushi rolls with me tonight. Sorry babe.
I'm taking this rare opportunity as a huge blessing.
I cannot believe I'm on the road to the NEW ME!!!
Oh Happy, Happy DAY!!!!!
I have a surgery date. Thanks to a cancellation, I am in for 1/24/11. It was by mere coincidence that I didn't eat anything at all today before my doctors appointment so I quickly went to the store and stocked up on soups and liquids. This means there is no LAST SUPPER FOR ME!!!!
. Sooooooooo, I have to go on straight liquids right away. OMG!!! Honestly is for the best, though.
My poor hubby was bummed cuz he wanted to have sushi rolls with me tonight. Sorry babe.
I'm taking this rare opportunity as a huge blessing.
I cannot believe I'm on the road to the NEW ME!!! Oh Happy, Happy DAY!!!!!
Orginally posted on 1/13/11
Meeting with Doc tomorrow
on January 13, 2011 7:13 pm
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on January 13, 2011 7:13 pm
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I am excited about the visit with the Surgeon tomorrow to talk about my fears and expectations of surgery. I decided to do the Lap-Band. Why? I'd like to have more children (I currently have 1 child), its reversable and way less invasive. I'd love to have the RNY but something is telling me to not go that route; its just not for me. I do I pray, however, that I'm not part of that small percentage of people who has issues with the band. That would suck incredibly.
Originally posted on 1/11/11 1:04 pm on Obesityhelp.com
Yeeeeeeah Boooooooi!!!!! Sooooo first off I love that I found this site!!! What a great way to network and share experiences.  Anyhoo, I received a call yesterday on my home phone (the one I rarely use) from Dr. Whites office. The voice on the other end of the phone said, "Tee, I was wondering if you got our message that your surgery was approved?" I shouted SOOO LOUD as I bended over in disbelief and said, "NOOOO I DIDN'T!!!" Heck YEAH!!  Note to self--- ALWAYS CHECK VOICE MAIL..Even on the phone line I rarely use. I literally have tried every diet known to man and I just couldn't do it on my own! This was my 3rd request and plea to the insurance company over a period of 5 years. FINALLY APPROVED!!! Lesson learned: Never give up when facing obstacles. So this Friday I meet with the Surgeon to discuss the next steps leading to surgery. I am.... 316 Pounds. I'd love to lose 80-100 pounds. I am so incredibly nervous yet extremely excited.I am looking forward to meeting and talking with people through this site. Smooches! Tee |
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What I plan to do is post every one of my blogs from that site so that my journey is complete on Blogspot.
What I plan to do is post every one of my blogs from that site so that my journey is complete on Blogspot.
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