breekahouse

Thank you so much! I still have a little ways to go. AND, i am still working to become consistently active. When I've gotten off another 40lbs and I exercise at least 4 times a week I will feel more comfortable consisering myself a success. I am still so VERY lazy!

Awww, sweetie! Thanks. It can be done. If I can do it, anyone can. I pray that you find a way to have the surgery. Its the best decision I have ever made for myself.

**blushing** skinny, me?!?! I've been hearing that a lot lately and I love it! Thank you!!

Thanks Lady!! You'll be approved in no time and you are going to ROCK IT!!

I wouldnt go as far as to say that I am eating perfectly. I have my moments and my weaknesses. The difference now is 1) i dont have that "all or nothing" mentality. If I make a bad choice its easier to get back on track rather than just saying "screw it" like I would have before surgery. And 2) theres only but so much damage I can do with a tiny little stomach! Thanks God for the Sleeve!!!

Wouldnt consisder myself a success story yet, but here goes..... I had surgery on 3/15/10. The surgery literally saved my life. There are times when I still see 342lbs when I look in the mirror, but then there are times when I will catch my reflection and say “damn, I’m skinny!”. Is that weird? Anyhoo, a year later, I still have great restriction. Some days more than others. I can usually pack in 2-3 oz of dense Protein plus about 1-2oz of veggies in one sitting. 5oz max (meat and veggie) at one time. My hunger hasn’t really returned, I just get an empty feeling in my belly, though cravings have come back and usually attack me around my TOM. Too much sugar makes me sick and if I don’t get enough liquids and protein in, I will stall. I haven’t really exercised all that much in the past year. Practically not at all. I probably would be at goal if I had. I did recently buy a bike and as soon as the weather breaks, I will be taking up cycling and running. I am planning on doing a 5k in September. Life is better and I am looking forward to the future! To those on the fence about having wls; just do it! it will change your life.

I have definitely noticed a difference in my libido! My hormones are raging. I am almost always horny! Its can be very distracting. Also, I thing that now that I have lost 100lbs my cycle is regulating itself and I can pinpoint ovulation based on how amorous I feel.

Wow, June 23rd is right around the corner! The day will be here before you know it. Do you have a pre-op diet? My surgeon didnt require one, than goodness. I had a hard enough time on clears only 24 hours before surgery. Where is Lawernce Hospital?

Thanks! Its the best decision I ever made. my surgeon is Dr. Edwar Yatco out of Lenox Hill Hospital.

I rarely get hungry. In fact, the only time a really feel hunger is around 3 hours after having my morning protein shake. So, today I didn?t have a shake and I decided to get a soft scrambled egg with cheese and ketchup with some bacon. I was only able to eat half the egg and 2 slices of bacon. At 12:00pm, I started to feel really hungry. This type of hunger I don?t have very often. So I go out to my usual spot, its like a cost per lb buffet. I t has really healthy options; tons of fresh veggies, salads, grilled chicken, fruits, ect. I usually walk out of there with having paid any where from $2 to $3.50 for my lunch. I am usually only able to eat about half of what I buy and a couple hours later I will eat the rest of it. Anyhoo, today I really felt hungry. I didn?t buy a lot, I got the amount that I usually get, but I found myself thinking that I was so hungry that I would probably be able to eat all (or close to all) of the food at one time. So, after about 2 ounces of the grilled chicken breast, one broccoli floret and 2 chunks of carrots, I was totally full! I know this is not big news to any of us here, but after almost 2 ? months, I am still amazed at how little my tummy can hold! Just had to rave a bit...

Bklyn Lady, that's really frickin fast! I thought my process flew by but yours is supper fast. You've done all that in less than a month?!? It took me three months from the day of the seminar which was on December 16th. I think the only reason it took that long was because it was around the holidays. After medical clearance from your PCP, you will be on your way!! I am so excited for you!! You might get a surgery date at the end of the month. Mary - thanks! Its been very easy so far. I know it wont always be easy but I am loving the journey so far. Good luck in getting your surgery date. the waiting is the hard part.

I am feeling really good. lost almost 40lbs so far. more energy, knees dont hurt any more. I can climb stairs without getting winded. Clothes are starting to get really baggy and people are really starting to notice the loss. I have no complaints what so ever. having this surgery is the best thing i could have done for myself.

Not much to report other than 10lb loss in two week. I went to see my PCP on Thursday and was pleasantly surprised at my loss. 10 lbs in 2 weeks is huge! I am so excited. Pretty much eating whatever I want. I strictly limit my carb intake during the week, but on the weekends I make allowances for certain things. Still not really eating bread and rice, though i had a little brown rice yesterday. Didn't really miss it. Exercise... I have been trying. I've gotten on my elliptical machine a few times in the past 2 weeks. not nearly as much as I should be doing, but i am working my way up. I go to my surgen in about a week and a half, hopefully i will have more weight loss to report!