MissNikki27

Woohoooo congrats

Okay so I tried the hiphop abs and the learn to dance section is kind of hard but the cardio burn and last minute abs is managable even for me. Take note I have no rhythm at all.

Okay so I had my last office visit on 5/30/13 and they said that I should hear from them within two weeks and I'm still waiting. I know today is only day 15.....should I call? I had some vacation time scheduled for later month and I'm probably going to have to cancel it. I had scheduled it expecting to have my surgery by now.

I went ahead and called them. I was hesitant to call because the info packet given from the office advises against calling. I just called and told them I was anxious to know if I was approved and when I should expect a surgery date. My vacation is perfect, the kids are out of school, my birthday is coming, and my hubby is going out of town for a few days. I will have time to clean up without distraction.......well as I was typing this...they called me back and asked me if I attended the last seminar. I can't believe this.....so I have to cancel my vacation because I'm not wasting the days. Oh boy this sucks.

Yes just stay motivated...it would be over before you know it. During this time you can focus on renewing your lifestyle, start getting more active, eat clean, and research research research. I am a strong believer in educating yourself. There are so many people on this forum and the internet in general, that have been in your shoes and can tell you what works and what doesn't. So 90 days of researching can have very equipped for this next journey.

I haven't had surgery yet and I've tried quite a few protein shakes....and I hate them. Could I just eat chobani greek yogurt in place of a protein shake?

it looks a little bruised....is it warm or are you running a fever? It could be infected. Thats worst case scenerio though. What have you been wearing....and tight pants that could have irritated the site?

Are you drinking enough water....and how has your diet been the last few days. When I eat too much carbs I lack energy too.

Yes I'm from bridgeport....glad to see someone local yayyyyy

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.c...ed/LOZj9HRYdR8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> So I finally decided to cut my hair. I didn't love it at first but it's growing on me. I have been hiding behind extensions and wigs for so many years. My idenity has been a fraud, I've never really liked how I look without weave and I'm not comfortable without them. Even as I type this I am feeling the cool air on my neck...and how light my head feels and it's a foreign feeling. I braved it through the day and everyone loved the new look. So this should be an interested next few weeks while I get used to it.

So my hubby and I were having a debate about him not being supportive of my weight loss efforts. I know that I'm responsible for my own diet and workout routine but it would nice if he would just be more motivating. So he then proceeded to tell me that the reason he isn't supportive is because he doesn't want me to have the surgery. He told me that I didn't consider his point of view when I made this decision and then he is also concerned about the health risks and the excess skin issue. I understand him but a the same time, he doesn't have to live in my body and losing weight on my own is extremely hard....I have been trying to lose weight for the last 10 years with little success. I would rather have excess skin then develop health problems. Have any of you had this same issue with your spouse or someone close to you? How did you convince them that this is the right decision for you?

Thanks for all your feedback. I think my hubby's concerns are more about his lack of knowledge and apprehension about me changing. I realize that I'm going to change but I don't plan on leaving just because I've lost weight.

Praying for speedy recovery and successful rny....congratz

wow lack of iron effects your hair....good to know...explains alot of issues I may been having .

My doctor didn't tell me to drink coffee presurgery but I just wanted to kick the habit on my own.

you look great.....you look like a totally different person.

hmmm not looking forward to this stage at all.

Well RNY will definitely nip that chocolate habit in the bud.

Yes if the pain is consistant I would suggest calling your surgeon.

Yayyyyyyy.....you look good

You look great. Wow your shoe size shrunk by a whole size.....impressive. I'm looking forward to that. I haven't had my surgery yet but I have found myself venturing into the misses section and just imagining what it would be like to buy even size 12 clothing. Yayyy so excited.

Okay I will keep this in mind. It rained today so maybe tomorrow. How often did you train?

you look great.