Sleeve it to Beaver

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I had my surgery on the 16th of May. I am just behind you
I was released to pureed/soft foods, and have done well with an exception last night... I guess I'm not ready for ground turkey meatloaf yet. It was a horrible experience, and I've dedicated today (Saturday) to liquids only...
Other than that little mishap, I am doing well!
I have eaten (successfully) hummus, cottage cheese, ricotta bake - eggface's recipe, and salmon, tuna, and cod.
Love this adventure, and am looking forward to future successes!

Someone took a picture of me and posted it on Facebook. I didn't hate how I looked. Another non-scale victory and reassurance that surgery was a great choice. I'm starting to notice changes more and more.
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Yes, life is the prize. You're here so that's a great start. I wish it was easier for you. You'll get there before you know it. And then you be like, really? I can't eat a whole tablespoon of mush? You'll feel both sad yet proud. The obstacles aren't over. They just change. It's line a game. But the best part is.....we are winning every day!!!!
Good luck on your first mushy bite. I'll be starting soft food on Wednesday. As far as I'm concerned it'll be pretty much the same. Slowly I'll work my way up to a T from a T-bone.
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At the swimming beach today with the kids. My last years suit is too big on top. It's a halter so I made it work.
Feeling free as I could give a rip how I look because I feel so good about myself these days.
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So I weighed myself again yesterday. Here are my stats.
I'm 5' 8.5". SW 10/30/15 281.5. SD 6/1/16 245.7. CW 229.6.
I'm super pumped that the scale keeps going down. I know one day it will not. But with the scale decline I am noticing little changes in my body. My rib cage appears noticeably smaller. My largest size bra which has always been a bit big no longer can perform. Time to retire. My pants are FINALLY fitting loosely around my lower bump and hips.
This. Is. Progress.
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Can't sleep any longer. Leave for the hospital in less than an hour. No nerves yet. Just the rush.
It's here!!!!! Sh!t is getting. real!
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HW 281
CW 254
SW ___
H 5' 8.5"
Tomorrow is the day! Super pumped and no nerves yet.
I started my process on 10/22/15 by attending and informational session. Almost didn't continue with the process because my BMI is on the 40 border and thought I'd be "punished" for losing weight prior to surgery and would no longer qualify. Lesson learned; always ask questions!!!
I started on a 1,600 calories a day diet for the next six months per my insurance requirements. I have lost 27 lbs. so far! I am hoping to be down to 250 for surgery.
I have been on a mostly liquid diet this past week. My doctor said because I've lost more than double the ask that my daily pre-op diet could include two Protein Shakes and a Lean Cuisine or similar meal.
Last night was a shot of MoM - gross! Today it's all liquid. SF Jello and Water for Breakfast. Lol. Will have Bone Broth for lunch and dinner. Water, water, water!
That's all for now. Just signed up today. Looking forward to learning a lot here and about the new me!
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Today. 225.6
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Ok, so I met my goal and passed it. Yay! Why not set a new one. Let's go crazy and push into another decade. New goal is 219.9. Thank you.
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Happy Fourth all!
Weighed in at 184.4 this week! Woohoo! Beat my goal of 186!
Hoping to become a member of the Century club next weigh-in --only 2.2 lbs to go!
Thanks again, play!

Last week Monday I was 294 lbs which mwant I had gained weight. By Friday of the same week, I got up all the way to 298 lbs. I knew then that I holding unto a lot of extra Water. Thank G-D my body released the extra Fluid. This week I am 284.2 lbs. Thanks for doing this. ????
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180.6 as of yesterday. After losing the next .6 pounds I will no longer be obese according to BMI!

200...soooo close, thanks

Ok, so I met my goal and passed it. Yay! Why not set a new one. Let's go crazy and push into another decade. New goal is 219.9. Thank you.
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205.7
Just got back from a 4 day trip to Niagara Falls...which was awesome!!
For the first time in my life, I didn't have to worry about fitting into the plane seat, the rides we went on, seats at restaurants, seat belt in the rental car....it was so nice!!
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Weighing in today at 227.4
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Oh my mouth drools just thinking of tasting a sliver of ribeye lol!
I know that soft food phase will get old also, I just need more variety at this time. We are definitely winning everyday when it's a good thing to be a loser
VSG 6/17/2016

Yes, life is the prize. You're here so that's a great start. I wish it was easier for you. You'll get there before you know it. And then you be like, really? I can't eat a whole tablespoon of mush? You'll feel both sad yet proud. The obstacles aren't over. They just change. It's line a game. But the best part is.....we are winning every day!!!!
Good luck on your first mushy bite. I'll be starting soft food on Wednesday. As far as I'm concerned it'll be pretty much the same. Slowly I'll work my way up to a T from a T-bone.
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Thanks for letting me know that. Saves me from wasting money.
Yes food and shakes seems to be the most practical and it'll taste so much better. Right now I'm not worried about getting in extra protein or a certain amount either. Reading different posts had me thinking I needed to do more. Started driving me crazy lol. Called my bariatric partner and talked to her which clarified how I was feeling and just went back to working my surgeons plan for me. I mean I did chose him for a reason, so why be concerned what others are doing. I feel better for it
VSG 6/17/2016

I have yet to hear any good reviews about Protein waters; too sweet! I'd rather do regular Water with flavor packets and get Protein from my shakes and food.
I am not pushing protein since I have until 6 months to work my way to it per my doc.
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I made it home and will sleep in my own bed! Yay! I feel great! Truly! I was able to keep up with my normal airport pace and my incision sites feel great! My doctor used stitches on the inside only so I won't even need to have those removed! And the skin is already back together nicely and looks great!
I know that there is trepidation regarding the safety of surgery in Tijuana. I felt it from all angles. My mom was worried, my friends concerned etc., but I can tell you that I never once felt like I was in an unsafe situation or uncared for. My patient care coordinator went out of his way to make sure we(both myself and my husband) had everything we needed. It really was much much easier than I ever imagined(and I totally thought the people saying it was easy were lying!)
Now onto learning how to use this new sexy stomach of mine. The post op diet gives my stomach a chance to heal as we introduce new types of foods(I'm on Clear liquids now). I'm not even a little bit hungry so I need to keep myself on a schedule to make sure I don't get dehydrated.
Please...if you have any questions ask away! I'm an open book and would be happy to do my best to answer!
Erin - 35 - illinois
HW:262
SW: 228
CW:220
Surgery date - 6/22/16

That's awesome! How you feel about yourself makes all the difference! When you feel good, everything is good! Lol
VSG 6/17/2016

At the swimming beach today with the kids. My last years suit is too big on top. It's a halter so I made it work.
Feeling free as I could give a rip how I look because I feel so good about myself these days.
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LOL! @@Sleeve it to Beaver sleep don't sound bad at all!
VSG 6/17/2016

Oh no. I get it. Go walking a lot and sleep more!
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Thank you. Leave it to Sleever was taken.
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