LilMissDiva Irene

In every individual journey each person has the choice to either take the positive road or the not so positive one. No, I didn't always view everything with rose colored glasses, but I didn't want to constantly compare myself to others and wonder if I'm "keeping up". I lost just as fast as I was meant to lose. Today I am well past goal. Some lost faster, some not as fast... doesn't really matter. I'm here, and that's what does.

Strong willed, strong mind, strong heart - can't be broken. Only the strong survive, and I'm determined to do that.

Would you mind sharing her you tube channel link? Thanks!!! Or you can PM me.

Wowwww gurrrll you're rockin your dang thang!!! Whooottt!!!

Hi Natural! I'm happy to assist anyone who has questions or concerns anytime! If you ever need anything, just post a question here for me and I'll see what I can do. I don't know everything but just posing it someone around reading it is bound to know. Sometimes too we just need to vent or get something off our chest. My communication line is always open!!!

In every individual journey each person has the choice to either take the positive road or the not so positive one. No, I didn't always view everything with rose colored glasses, but I didn't want to constantly compare myself to others and wonder if I'm "keeping up". I lost just as fast as I was meant to lose. Today I am well past goal. Some lost faster, some not as fast... doesn't really matter. I'm here, and that's what does.

I'm thoroughly taking advantage of this board here, LOL! I've noticed a few of these things I wanted to know if anyone else has, some things I expected, some I didn't: sensitivity to cold-I have to sleep with a heating blanket or I wake up consistently cold, when I handle anything cold like a cold beverage, I have to literally put on gloves, feels like lightening is going through my hands and it aches-had this similar feeling with chemo. Yep this happens to me too! Lots here as well, this has not gone away. I have to turn my room heater up full blast and my electric blanket which is just on my side. I'm always burning everyone out!!! smells of food-whenever my family members are cooking-things that used to NOT bother me-do so now, makes me nauseated. I also had this too, however mine only lasted for the first few months if I recall correctly. tastes of food-I know this is HORRIBLE!! I taste some things and spit them out, but I don't swallow, stuff I used to like, like yogurt, I can't tolerate now, it tastes funny like it's gone bad and then I am second guessing myself, LOL. This one was weird for me. I ended up liking or loving foods post op that I didn't particularly care to eat before, or foods that I loved to eat pre sleeve, I can't stand anymore. This has not changed for me at this point. cravings-horrific cravings that I don't give into, like for Big Macs, I'd pay some one to eat a big mac in front of me right now!!!! I think this simply comes from missing foods, especially being on liquids only or soft foods. However you may find that once you have it, you won't think it's as great as it once was - which is great!! I'm hungry, you can hear my stomach constantly growl, I feel empty. It's possible this can be caused by an over production of acid in your new sleeved stomach. Our stomachs still want to create as much acid as it once did, even though our stomachs are only a fraction of what it once was. I'm taking Zegerid for mine, and to date I have not been able to get off from it. Some over time are able to however. Consult your Dr. about this. Thanks!

Good to know! Thanks I hope she checks in soon!

You can always direct questions to the board owner Alex if you're feeling offended or otherwise for anything relating to this website. I am moving this thread to the proper channel.

Well you should be all surgeried up!! Check in soon!! Praying your surgery was a success and that you're running smooth through your recovery.

Aside from your few minor complications it sounds like you're doing really good! Your workouts will come back in time, but I feel ya on that! I hate not being able to do mine. Take care!!

Welcome to posting!! It's folks like you who venture into telling their story that makes this place so great, and keeps it ever evolving. I do hope you are able to get your surgery sooner. I too have heard of some people being approved this way, so good luck to you! Please keep us updated on how you're doing!!

I really have no advice, but agree completely with Natural. Don't let them run you around, get help!! Keep trying! Hugs, and please know we are all here wishing you well. Please check in with us to let us know how you're doing.

Yep.. you TOO can have these! I love em!

It was 28" 2 days ago when I measured but heck since last night its smaller now. I had a belt where the holes go all the way around it and I made a mark measured to 27" for my "goal" a long time ago. I can buckle it smaller than that. I only do the measuring tape every 2 weeks, so gotta wait... heeheeheeeee!!!! *In Heaven*

I wanted to throw in an update because just... WOW!!! For MONTHS I've been stressing due to all the swellings, weight gains and whatever else comes with plastic surgery... however - as always with time comes healing and RESULTS!!! Every single day now I'm seeing humungous differences!! I'm over the moon right now, and THANKING EVERYTHING GOOD that I chose the right surgeons. They performed literally miracles for me. I. AM. HAPPY. In the last 4 weeks alone I've dropped NEARLY 15 INCHES off my whole body!!!! YAYAYEEESSSSS!!!!! Picture Updates:

One high calorie day a failure does not make. Dust yourself off and move on. Forgiveness of yourself you will find will be the most powerful motivator in your weight loss journey. The only day you will ever be a failure is the day you give up.

Losing weight doesn't automatically get rid of the negative self talk and bad self image. Only YOU can do that. You have to believe you are a beautiful person inside and out, no matter what your size. True success doesn't only equal hitting your target weight. It will also include learning to love and accept yourself exactly for who you are.

Thanks Billy! I've been thinking a lot on my calling. Someone was messaging me a while back and after helping out and giving motivation he said something that really struck with me. He told me I should be a weight loss instructor. It made me feel good, and it also made me wonder if I'm at a crossroads right now. I also heard a message by Pastor Joel Osteen on Sunday. He said, when God tells us its time to move on to HIS greater purpose, then we must heed that call.

Excellent!! Youre doing really amazing things with your tool! Congrats too on graduating to regular sized clothing shops! I don't think this gets enough credit. BIG HUGS!

Surprisingly its not that difficult for the calories to add up even though I'm sleeved. With that in mind, I do my best to make sure my portions are very small. I only want to tell you, one high calorie day a failure does not make. Dust yourself off and move on. Forgiveness of yourself you will find will be the most powerful motivator in your weight loss journey. The only day you will ever be a failure is the day you give up.

My resolution is to just stay right here where I am, physically and mentally. I'm quite satisfied with it all, and I'm hopeful for the same in the near future. In one year from now I will be a finished product as far as healing goes from my Plastics so I do have that to look forward to. Set your actions in motion!!!