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Woo hoo . . .you go! Great job! Keep it up and good for you!!
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I'm right behind you, sister . .. let's go! :-)
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EEE3, it sounds like you are doing great. I'm so glad for you. Keep up the good work *hugs* and prayers . .
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Best wishes to you. This site is so informational and encouraging . . . keep blogging and keep reading!
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I actually used pain meds for several days .. I think everyone is different. But yes, walking is like the miracle drug . . it will help move the gas out of your system. I also used GASX. It will get better. Be good to yourself . . follow the plan and let yourself heal. Best wishes and welcome!
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You'll make it . . it is the start of a great journey. Best wishes!
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Ditto . .. to what both Bklynike and SAGARCIA have said. I am 3 weeks post op and loving it. Losing slowly, but my main goal is to KEEP the weight off . . something I have never been able to do. Best wishes in your decision making.
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You are so right and I think many of us on this site share your pain. I'm so sorry for your situation, I know it's hard. Be strong for yourself. Work your plan with the band and be good to yourself. I don't envy you some tough decisions it sounds like you have in your future, but you will make it. **Hugs** and prayers.
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From one "fluffy" girl to another - best wishes - you can do it!
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Welcome aboard and best wishes!
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I agree with sandy, I find lots of support and inspiration from these posts, but you have to do what is right for you . . lots of prayer and thought has to go into it. Read shonette's post right after yours . . .very nice. Best wishes.
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Very well put shonette . . . it takes work, but so worthwhile. I am in week 3 post op and just got my first compliment at work today . .. it felt so good! I hope your husband catches on that he can work WITH you on this - not against you. Best wishes!
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Thank you for your post - what an inspiration! You've blazed a great trail for many of us to follow. I look forward to hearing more from you. Best wishes.
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Thanks suthrn and sandy, good suggestions. I do use the protein shakes . . .maybe I just don't understand the plan from my doc's office, as I said, they want 3 meals/day - no snacks (ideally) . ..but only 1/4 c protein, 1/4 c veg/1/4 c starch or fruit at each meal. ..I'm just having a really hard time consuming enough calories . .. and I'm still supplementing with a 23g Nectar (protein powder) in the afternoon to get enough protein in . .but at only 500 calories, that's just not enough. We have a support group meeting Wed. night and I'll get clarification . .anywho, I really like the idea of deli turkey around string cheese . .mmm I'll definitely try that! Thank you both sooo much!
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Me too! And I think it helped me to just have that taste - it satisfied me. I wasn't suffering with the liquid diet, I just wanted to taste what I was smelling. No harm, no foul. Stick with your plan, you're doing great!
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Good for you!!!
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The comments above have said it all . .. be good to yourself and definitely call your doctor if you're still in pain - best wishes!
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So inspirational! Congratulations and keep up the good work. I'm waiting for that wonderful feeling too, but working while I wait - that IS the key isn't it? *Hugs*
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Daisy, I'm sorry you are having that feeling of something stuck . ..I don't have any suggestions for you . . I did not experience that . . .I can offer you my support and best wishes. Perhaps call your doctor's office for suggestions. Let us know how it goes for you . . .thanks for sharing.
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How about an elliptical machine? It is smaller than a treadmill and a much more intense work out than walking. Just a thought .. . good luck!
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Sounds like you are well on your way PM, best wishes. The endoscopy is no big deal, in my opinion, I've had several and my dad had them every 3 months because he had esophogeal cancer. The way they are done here, you are under twilight sedation - not full anesthesia, so no breathing tube needed . . you go to sleep and when you wake up you don't remember a thing. Hope it goes that well for you. And I hope the rest of your testing goes well also. This is a great journey, welcome aboard.
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Good attitude .. . good post .. .keep up the good work - you will make it!
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I think we all had doubts before surgery . . it IS scary. I encourage you to read lots and lots of the posts on this site, I found that to be very encouraging. Everyone is so positive and you can find tips on being successful. The band is a tool - you make it work. Best wishes.
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God bless you too, Janet. How wonderful to celebrate with your mom. Sounds like a lovely day and a lovely lady.
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Sounds like you are doing well! Good for you and what a supportive hubby too! Keep us posted.