Museum-Mama

It was a rather personal confession by the author, almost as if she had to explain or defend their relationship. I am glad that she found someone that makes her happy. I am with a fit man who is supportive and loves me like I am, but I dont need to blog about it. It was a nice read, but to make it on the front page of Yahoo news is a bit ridiculous. But yes, this would not be an article if it was the other way around. If it were, it would be to degrade the man and call the woman stupid.

Best wishes to both of you! This is just a hurdle to get through and then its all down hill from there. Keep us posted.

WOOOOAAAHH....I am almost three weeks out, and I have the same thing! It started today, and I was afraid it had to do with the full liquids I have been adding into my diet. I am curious to know what others say.

Today's my first day back, and I struggle with getting the water in. I am so concentrated on typing and thinking, that I just forget to drink! As for pain management, its not a big deal. I am still a wee bit sore, and this Wednesday will be my 14 days post-op.

I got seriously dehydrated on the 10th and was sent over to the er for fluids. I was taking tiny sips because to me, thats a sip. Doc said it should be at least an oz. I am now getting in my fluids! Keep at it!!

Sorry I am a day late! Not sure how I missed this one, seeing as how I was on here all day. :/ Anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

This is normal, even without the sleeve. your muscles are adjusting to the workout and may swell a small bit. Also, the body will hold water, expecting to sweat it out soon. Until the body is used to the schedule of working out, it will seem as if loss is slow. Once it is used to this new activity, you should see good results.

I agree with the others, the drug issue is the larger problem. Has he always acted this down and out? Is it more recent? If this is a new behavior, then I am inclined to think he is using something. Part of the marriage counseling should be a drug test. If he is using, go to a safe place with your child. The behavior will only get worse, meaning more violent. Prayers for you and your child. PS. an affair is not worth it, IMHO. I have never had one, but my ex did. The impact it had on me was near suicidal, and he lost everything: his friends, job, reputation, family, etc. Now he goes to counseling to deal with the guilt.

Yes I do. I cannot STAND Isopure. It makes me gag. Absolutely hate the stuff. I do better with the nectar mixes. LipstickLady, I will ask about the regular Gatorade. I did better today. about to finish my last bottle to make 64ozs. I did weigh again, and gained 6 lbs from all the liquid intake. I knew my weight loss couldn't have been right. It was sooooo much. Im not disappointed. Just glad that I am no longer loopy! lol.

Ok, so for some odd reason, the whole week out of surgery has had me sleeping most of the time. I feel drunk. So I didn't get all my liquids in. Oops. Had my follow-up appt this morning, and I thought I was going to pass out. They couldn't even get my blood pressure. The doc came in and then immediately sent me to the ER for a bag of fluids. Lesson learned: SIP SIP SIP!!! I was so dehydrated that the nurses blew two veins trying to get the IV in. I did not know that veins go flat when you are dehydrated, but they do! BUT...at my weigh in, I have hit Onederland! WOOHOO!! Started at 220, lost 7 during pre-op diet, then 19 more just this week. Sadly though, some of that loss is muscle mass. No liquids in, means no Protein went in either. I am feeling so much better since the IV, and I promise that I am determined to get my 64 in today and from now on. I do not want to go back to the ER.

Believe it or not, the gentlemen will get used to it the more you ride. Meaning, A LOT of riding. If you are going to be a casual rider, then perhaps the cruiser/fat seat is best. And trust me, the shorts with the chamois (padding) does NOT really help. It is meant more to prevent chaffing.

My doc and Nut are both strict about sports drinks being sugar free. I had a Powerade zero, a big bottle, and I sipped on it for three days. I got sick of it. lol I picked up some Syntax nectar so that I can stay on top of the Protein and the liquid. Im still so tired though. Not like before, but I do nap for about 5-10 mins to feel better.

I have a horrible smell in my nose. I know its in my nose, because I can taste it too. BLECH! I cant wait for it to go away.

Hey, June 2013 sleevers! I know some of us have started the pre-op diet, I was just wondering if anyone has taken their before pics yet. Or are you waiting for the day of surgery? I think I will take mine tonight. (whimper) Thoughts?

Hey gang! Just curious if anyone has already had to start their Pre-Op diet. How is it going? Thoughts? What do you like best (Product)? What do you hate? I'm about two weeks out til surgery, and so I started yesterday. A little early, but what can it hurt? Well....the shakes have been making me barf. That's what hurts. I wake up queazy in the morning, and its down hill from there. Sooo...I have a call in to the Nut to see what's up with all that. flavored water is doing me some good and helping with the blahs. I hope everyone else is faring better than me.

Isnt fabulous?! Iwas sleved the 5th and im down 20! 13 of that is after surgery. Go you!!! We're all losers!

I guess you are meaning hot tea? I have done tea parties for kids since I work at a victorian house museum. Our HEB stores have a great strawberry tea that kids love. They just stir in the sugar. I am not sure if you want black or herbal, bit you can get various flavors in both. It is important to note that buying cheap tea is a gamble. Stick with brands you know like Lipton, Bigalow, or Twinnings. Barnes and noble cafes and some grocers carry Republic of tea wh ich is great also. I recommend you start with something that has fruit in it. Blackberry Sage by rep of Tea is a great one. More fruity than herby. Ginger peach as well. They are also black teas, not herbal. If its caffiene you want, get black tea based. I have a huge assortment of teas at home. If you like I will be happy to send you a sample pack. Just let me know what you like! PM me so we can hash things out.

Happy 3rd surgiversary!!!!

Hmmmm..... HEB brand is ok too. Just DON'T get Walmart brand!!! Just get a can of Swansons rather than the big box, in case you don't like it either. Some people on the forum seem to just not like plain broth. It's all about tastes, I suppose.

What brand are you using? I know that sounds silly, but there is a difference. I grew up on Swansons, and bought Walmart brand to save money. the Walmart brand made me gag! It was tooooooo over-seasoned. Swansons is just broth, and is milder in taste. Watering down the Walmart stuff didnt help either. That is all I can think to tell you.