Bimbabe
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:lol::lol:You are soo funny:tt2:! It really wasn't that bad. I think it was 10, or if not 8! You will be fine. We celebrated my birthday and our anniversary last Saturday, I ate wayy too much at Maggianos, but it was sooooo good, thanks. I really hope I get to see you in the hospital. I already voted, I didn't want to deal with the lines.
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Thursday 10/09, I had my preop done. It was pretty uneventful. I had to fill out paperwork, get preregistered, go over my medical history, vital signs and about 10 vials of blood. But that is not why I am blogging about it. :cry_smile: You see, I am a RN and FNP (registered nurse and family nurse practitioner). I have been an RN since 1986 and a FNP since 2002. I am not used to being the patient. So it is so surreal! Everyone was very nice, and professional. I was just uncomfortable, does that make sense? I think it is because there must be some level of loss of control I have to deal with. People go into the health care system with such faith, so their anxiety level may not be the same as mine. In medicine, there are not exacts and no gurantees. Even the most prudent phyisican, nurse, etc. can make mistakes or your body may react in a way not anticipated. So, I am really nervous about the surgery, anesthesia, especially. Again, there is my control issue! None of these concerns will lead to my cancelling surgery, I just need to explore them and pray about it. I have a wonderful husband, who will definately take care of me. Even though my parents don't approve, they are supportive. My dad even offered to come down to help me if needed. He is soo sweet!:thumbup: So, with 3 days until surgery, I feel excited and nervous at the same time!
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Hello, It looks like you have a lot going on! First, I agree, that barium swallow is DIS-GUSTING!!! ACK! But it is just a means to an end, and luckily not likely you will need another one anytime soon. How premature will the baby be? I worked in NICU about 15 years ago and then it would be scary to have a premie, but not medicine has really advanced. I am so happy for you that your son is in town, I will pray for his continued health and safety.
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You look great! Keep it up! PS I love your doggies. -
Thursday 10/09, I had my preop done. It was pretty uneventful. I had to fill out paperwork, get preregistered, go over my medical history, vital signs and about 10 vials of blood. But that is not why I am blogging about it. You see, I am a RN and FNP (registered nurse and family nurse practitioner). I have been an RN since 1986 and a FNP since 2002. I am not used to being the patient. So it is so surreal! Everyone was very nice, and professional. I was just uncomfortable, does that make sense? I think it is because there must be some level of loss of control I have to deal with. People go into the health care system with such faith, so their anxiety level may not be the same as mine. In medicine, there are not exacts and no gurantees. Even the most prudent phyisican, nurse, etc. can make mistakes or your body may react in a way not anticipated. So, I am really nervous about the surgery, anesthesia, especially. Again, there is my control issue!:thumbup: None of these concerns will lead to my cancelling surgery, I just need to explore them and pray about it. I have a wonderful husband, who will definately take care of me. Even though my parents don't approve, they are supportive. My dad even offered to come down to help me if needed. He is soo sweet! So, with 3 days until surgery, I feel excited and nervous at the same time!
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I told my husband, of course. Also, about 4 friends and my parents. Everyone else, well it is none of their business and that is the answer I give when asked. :smile2:
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Hi Trina,
I hope this makes sense... what you do is click on your ruler, put in your password and then you will be able to make changes to your weight or whatever you chose to track. It will automatically count down for you. Let me know the outcome of your appointment.
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OMG! NOT YOU! YOU ARE A DEMOCRAT?????????? What could be worse? Oh, I know, being a repuke-i-can. Yes, this has to be over soon and I think Obama is going to win. It is funny, to me, it does not matter that he is black, what matters is his messege. Did you see Cindy McPain talk about how she would want Obama to walk in her shoes for one day??? His life would sure be less complicated and more lavish, that is for sure! What an idiot.
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Hello!
Yes, my Bimini is so spoiled, as she should be. Yes, only 4 more day, I am so excited. I went for my preop yesterday, pretty uneventful, just took a medical history and about 10 vials of blood.
Thanks for the well-wishes!:thumbup:
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I just watched #21 vlog. I definately understand taking things one "step" at a time. You are doing great, keep up the good work. I had my preop today ; ) Can you tell me more about the weigh in 2008? P.S. Your face is looking thinner!
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Okay, so I am sitting here at work reading blogs, posts, etc and I suddenly realize that tomorrow is my pre-op appointment. OMG!!! I got a little nervous, like a little shaky and a heart palpatation or two! So, I guess this is really going to happen! I am excited and nervous at the same time. To be completely honest, I am looking forward to the time off. I am sort of a workaholic. I cannot say no to work, I think it comes from my dad, who ALWAYS had two, if not three jobs (mom didn't work). So, if I see an oppertunity to work, I jump on it. It is not because I need the money, I mean extra cash is always nice, but I do some volunteering as well. I think for me I need to keep busy. I am going to make a change, though, one of my "new" jobs is going to be excercising. I need to do at least 6 hours a week of some activity. Wow, so tomorrow I will have to do my preop stuff. It is funny, I wasn't going to blog until after my preop appointment, but I just had this random rush of panic! What is up with that???:cry_smile:
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Hello everyone! I went for my preop today, it took about an hour they took some blood, my medical history and that was about it! I have 5 more days, I can't wait!:biggrin:
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Yes you CAN do this!!! How long are you going to be on liquids? When is your surgery? I am having surgery on 10/14 and I am freaking out about having to go on a liquid diet for 2 days!!! We can We can DO THIS, RAH! RAH!
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NFaith, I am so happy to hear you are home and doing well.....TIME TO SMASH SOME PUMKINS!!
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It sounds like you had a blast! You all look divariffic!
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Uh oh!!! I think this is really going to happen
Bimbabe commented on Bimbabe's blog entry in Blog 45533
Okay, so I am sitting here at work reading blogs, posts, etc and I suddenly realize that tomorrow is my pre-op appointment. OMG!!! I got a little nervous, like a little shaky and a heart palpatation or two! So, I guess this is really going to happen! I am excited and nervous at the same time. To be completely honest, I am looking forward to the time off. I am sort of a workaholic. I cannot say no to work, I think it comes from my dad, who ALWAYS had two, if not three jobs (mom didn't work). So, if I see an oppertunity to work, I jump on it. It is not because I need the money, I mean extra cash is always nice, but I do some volunteering as well. I think for me I need to keep busy. I am going to make a change, though, one of my "new" jobs is going to be excercising. I need to do at least 6 hours a week of some activity. Wow, so tomorrow I will have to do my preop stuff. It is funny, I wasn't going to blog until after my preop appointment, but I just had this random rush of panic! What is up with that??? -
Ditto Julie Ann, I really enjoyed this post, it is nice to see everyone is doing well and getting over the hurdles out there.:tt1:
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IM official ! I got approved and surgery is 10/10 this Friday !
Bimbabe replied to a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
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:tt1: Hello Scorpio! I worry about dumping and other complications as well. But even the band has its potential complications. Make sure you discuss everything with your physician and you are comfortable with the decision you make. Good Luck and keep us posted!