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Whats On Your Bucket List?
slojo replied to SkinnyMinnie2Be's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks you guys! I can't ride it yet though LOL I take my riding course november 2,3,4th then i'll be able to ride it! I'm going to practice riding on a smaller bike that my friend has first, before i get on it. It's not a big bike but i'm new at this so i'm going to take it easy! 2 of my dreams are coming true, losing weight and getting a motorcycle. My husband has made both of these things a reality for me. I thank God for him for helping do some things for ME. I am so thankful for him and his love for me. Weve had some hard times but we're really enjoying each other now... -
Whats On Your Bucket List?
slojo replied to SkinnyMinnie2Be's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm having a second thing become reallity that was on my bucket list ( the first was having WLS), I'm geting my brand new Harley Davidson Motorcycle saturday! I'm so excited. -
I am 4 wks out and still have weak days every now and then and i've noticed its on days I don't quite get my fluids in. I'll feel dizzy and have a slight h/a when i stand up and walk. If i increase my fluids it passes.
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Just Realized A Cost Reduction In My Life Insurance Can Pay For My Sleeve.
slojo replied to Lloydthumper's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think the sleeve is one of the most important investments you could make! Having you around a lot longer is the most important thing for your family!!! Good luck and keep in touch! -
Help Me Pack For Dr. Garcia, Please...
slojo replied to Diamondeyed's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Thanks for the pics they're similar to my experience in tj. with dr almanza. Reminds me of my surgery, especialy the blue liquid! Yuck! -
I was sleeved aug 28th ( One month ago yesterday), I'm healed up and just started soft foods. I'll answer any questions you may have if i can. I've lost 23 lbs so far..Feel great most days, everynow and then i still feel weak. I have no regrets at all, had a good recovery.Keep in touch.
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That's a great loss! Send pics soon!
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Help Me Pack For Dr. Garcia, Please...
slojo replied to Diamondeyed's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
A heating pad will be your bf post op for the gas pains. My heating pad helped the gas pains so much, and was a comfort. I sucked on hard candy post op (ask your surgeon if it's okay mine said it was), it helped with the dry mouth, and wanting to taste something ... a book to read, a notebook for journalling. a camera( took pictures of friends made during experience in mexico). -
1 Month Post-Op Pics & Nsv
slojo replied to Ready4success's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What a difference! You look great! Keep it up! I'm one month out today and have lost 23 lbs...Yay for us! -
Leaving Tomorrow For Tj And Having Surgery W Dr. Lopez
slojo replied to Amber'sJourney's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Good luck, and have fun on your trip. I went to TJ aug 28th and had a great time. It's very different there, they drive crazy so wear your seatbelt!LOL! It was a neat experience for me. I stayed in San Diego as well. it's a pretty place... -
Surgery Is Tomorrow Morning At 10 Am!
slojo replied to Jessica89's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Best of wishes to all of you new sleevers! -
Crying...why Am I Having More Issues?
slojo replied to Sleevedreamz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I woke up for some unknown reason. maybe to talk to you! I don't know...I get worried about people easily im a nurse and I just can't stand for someone to be in pain and cry... -
Crying...why Am I Having More Issues?
slojo replied to Sleevedreamz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I still have days where I feel bad. I was sleeved aug 28th and I hate those days! Our bodies and minds are going through a tremendously big change right now. If you have 3 weeks to feel better thats a long time, stay positive and follow post op directions and take care of yourself... You've lost some weight and that's a great accomplishment. Hang in there, everyone heals differently, don't compare to others, I know that's hard to do. I feel weak and sore some days and great the next, it's weird...take care and keep intouch.... -
Crying...why Am I Having More Issues?
slojo replied to Sleevedreamz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
so sorry you are having so much trouble, have you called your doctor? Have you been back to the dr.? Sounds like you are in a depression, bad... I would see the dr. be checked out real good, make sure you're getting in your protein, follow the weight lifting restrictions closely in case you have a problem in there... I'll be thinking about you.... -
Tell Me About Your Post Op Care?
slojo replied to sramos89's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had follow up appointments scheduled prior to surgery as well.... -
Constipated What Do You Take
slojo replied to ljperez's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have chronic constipation and as a nurse the best thing i've found as an everyday, gentle treatment is Miralax. I take a 17g. everyday and I don't have cramps/diarrhea, just normal.... -
4 Weeks Out Feel Like Crapp!
slojo replied to weight_no_longer's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm almost 4 weeks out and i have crappy days as well... Seems like about every other days I feel weak, have a headache sometimes, then it lifts the next day? -
I have 5 incisions 4- 1/2 inch, and one- 1 1/2 inch...
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Reglan And Its Unbelievable Side Effects
slojo replied to Amandazee13's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
That lip-smacking thing is bad news! It's not funny but I had to laugh at your post. I'm a nurse and have seen that reaction before. LOL sorry... -
Surgery Tuesday, But Having Sudden Health Complications So Not Sure They Will Do It! :(
slojo commented on Sleevedreamz's blog entry in Rachdreamz
I hope you can go ahead and have surgery... Maybe you won't break out any more... -
I have ordered clothes that will fit me around my goal. I use them as inspiration to eat right, and as something to look forward to. I had part of the clothes from a ways back when I had lost the weight but then gained it back, plus some more. I bought a few pairs of CUTE levi's at a resale shop to hang around my closet to have for a goal. I enjoy knowing that eventually i WILL wear those jeans....
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Second Week Weightloss At A Stand Still
slojo replied to SleeveShelly's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Same here, didn't lose from 10 days post op until 17 days post op lost 3 more... -
With a dr. and nutritionist in the states. I arranged my appointments with Dr Swain in Murray Ky. before I ever had surgery...
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How Do People Get Thru This Three Day Pre Op Cleanse?
slojo replied to stickks's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It get's easier as the days go by... Just keep your eye on the prize...