cindyw41

My year has been full of craziness and it's only July(almost) ~sorry this is long~ This crazy/horrible/satisfying/sad/happy/scary year started on a cold dark Morning in December One of our trucks was involved in a fatal accident. The accident wasn't our drivers fault but the loss of a life really took its toll on my family. My dad (the owner of the business) took it really hard. It's something that we will always have to live with and never get over. I had my surgery in January.. Learning a new way of living,eating and all of those crazy emotions. My uncle had a major heart attack, we almost lost him. Thankfully he's fully recovered. His health caused him to fully retire putting a further strain on my dad (he worked for him in our family business) My dad got really sick, spent a week in the hospital. He needed the rest but he's never fully recovered. He Has trouble breathing. Our employees do not want to do their job, again causing my dad to do more work cleaning up their mess. All of this has really caused him to age so fast. I'm worried that if things don't change it will get worse. So because of this he's decided to sell the business. He started it when I was 3..40 years he's been his own boss, doing things his own way. I've worked for him for 18 of those years, raising my kids doing this job. It allowed me to keep them with me all the time. Now they are 18/20 and don't need mom as much. As I sit here tonight on the Eve of everything changing, I'm not sure how to handle it. After tomorrow I'll be jobless for the first time in my adult life. As well as my husband since he works for my dad too. While I'm scared of the unknown..I'm excited to do something different. Oh dear if you've made it to the end of my rambling, thank you. I'm just so tired and find it so hard to keep my head on straight Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Looking back over the last 6 Months since surgery the only thing I regret is not doing it sooner..truly I did this for me. The sleeve will do its job if you follow the rules. Your kids will benefit as well. You'll be able to do more, feel better and as I have been told, be less angry. Apparently I would "snap" when doing things. I can look back now, it was because I felt miserable. We did some of the same things this summer and I really enjoyed the activities. THAT alone was worth it. Know the anxiety, fears and not knowing what to expect long term is normal. Expect to have some buyers remorse. I never did but it is very common during the early days post surgery. Take a deep breath...try to relax and enjoy the ride. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Crab meat is very tender and soft. I don't remember when I first had a crab cake but I've been eating crab for a while. I cant wait to have crabs this summer. I won't be able to eat much but I am craving it. (I'm a Maryland girl) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Stay on a schedule, pre plan your meals and Snacks. You're probably not feeling hungry so staying on a schedule helps. Set your phone alarm, fit bit alarm or the like as a reminder to eat. Some of my snacks are: Sargento snack sticks, hard boiled eggs, lunch meat and yogurt. Keep anything that is in small portions ready to eat that is low fat, low carb with Protein on hand. What are your protein requirements? Mine is 90-100 My Calorie is min 600 max of 800 and I'm just about 6 months out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've had coffee, lattes a couple of times since surgery(with caffeine). Definitely be mindful of the calories. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Thank you everyone. Friday was difficult and while there are a few loose ends to deal with, the business is closed. I'm hoping my dad can relax.. He may not know how to right now but soon he'll learn. I don't know what I want to do. The possibilities are endless but the direction I'll leave up to God. The new company did offer my husband a job and so far it looks very promising. Thankful for that

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Think 10lbs = -1 size smaller, I'd buy things 4 or 5 sizes smaller than you are now Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

chicken, burgers, eggs & tuna fish Just to name a few Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I don't think it would be a problem. I drank white grape juice (no added sugar) with no issues. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just realized I posted this in the wrong forum...see...head not straight Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I still feel like the old me too. I see me slimming but I don't feel that way. It's crazy Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Use a pillow under your belly. I used a body pillow. (Still do) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My calories during the weight loss phase is min of 600- max of 800 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm almost 6 months out and have been dealing with this for about a month. For me is not from dehydration, my dr did blood work and so far no word on the results. It's also not from BP meds. For me it happens while laying on my left side and I Hate it!! I just want to lay down or roll over without the world spinning. It really messes up staying asleep and getting a good nights rest. They have exercises to put your equilibrium back on track. I've started them yesterday. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mQR6b7CAiqk Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For me, the foods that didn't agree with me was within 20 mins of eating it. You will also find that foods you loved before taste different and you many no like them anymore. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have a lunch bag that looks like a purse.. They never checked it for food. I went to the movies during my pre-op liquid diet and I took yogurt, unflavored applesauce and my Protein drink. Not sure how long the movie is.. I went to see the Revenant (a very long movie). Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My starting weight was 215, I'm 5'2. I've lost a total 66 lbs. I'm almost 6 months post op Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've lost 4 band sizes and a full cup size. (Almost 6 months PO) PS I want the mommy makeover (tummy tuck and boob job) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I met my surgeon at the seminar (8 months before surgery) I had 3 appointments with him in between. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I get this weird hiccup, not the continuous kind just one loud one a couple times in a row. I have felt nauseous for hours after having too much sugar. It made me never want to have it again. Ive had one episode of the sweats, running to the bathroom. When things like this happen, I write down what I ate.. So make notes and either stay away from it or retry it again in a couple weeks. It sure is fun Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm also tired all the time. Do you have sleep apnea? I have to have a re-titration test to see if I still need my mask. If I do, find out what my settings should be. Have you had blood work done recently? If not have your dr check your Vitamin levels and hormones. What is your min calorie intake? Make sure you eat enough to reach that and Track your Protein, I know it's hard to hit those numbers sometimes but we have to. I struggle with this a lot. I have a texture/taste issue with most meat. I have however found a new desire to eat shrimp and I love cheese. I know some frown upon it but if you have to supplement with shakes its better to do that and hit your target than the alternative. Keep it going, you got this Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App