christina@MIA

I was thinking about reporting her but I didnt know if this was something she had the right to do.

That's great. Is the price comparable to MX. OMG..today the nerves started up again. I cleaned the whole house, washed everything and went grocery shopping for the family. Try to make less work for my return home. It is my husbands big 30, so we will be going out to dinner and drinks and cake! Oh I got some really comfy walking sneakers today. Work outs here I come! Hard Rock here WE come...LOL

I've also been following Kellawanda. I'll have to check out the new ones. My husband keeps making little comments that people tell him i'll leave him after I have this done. And points out my aunt left my uncle after having the bypass done. I just tell him if he is treating me right he has nothing to worry about. He doesnt show much affection. This has been an on going problem. I think sometimes this surgery has an effect on our spouse because they fear us finding our confidence.

Anissa, That is such a sweet idea. Have you started your pre-op diet? Im going to start on Sat. I also set an appt with the head Dr. I just know how I am and I think it will help me with my relationship break up with food. I asked my husband if it was going to be weired me not eating when he is. He said he is going to try to cut down on his portions. He is Military and works out everyday but love his Snacks. I think this new way of life will be good for my kids in the way I am not going to cook as many carbs. CHEERS TO US!

Hi, Im guess Im your sleeve buddy. I am also Aug 18th. I understand the type of things that are going through your head. I even put it down on paper for my husband in case something went wrong. From where he would find the life ins papers to who gets what. Im a little crazy I think. I wonder if anyone else has done this?

I always vomit. Its not a pretty sight. And I get infections easy.

Congrats! On a scale of 1 to 10 what is your pain? I'm scared and a wimp!

WooHoo someone who lives near me! Welcome! We can go to the Hard Rock when we get sexy. LOL. I hope you have better luck with your PCP than I did. Maybe if yours is on board I can go to her too. I start my pre-op diet starts Saturday.-Yuk- There is many people on here who have used Dr. Almanza and can give you great info. Next week I will be able to give you some great info. I call my Pt coordinator almost every other day with questions. But she always takes the time to make me happy. Best wishes on your new journey.

I found a PCM today that said she would see me. :thumbup:

I think Im going to try the swim exercise class at the Y. I have bad knees and think this might be the best to start with until I lose a few pounds.

Hello and welcome. I just sent you a PM with Melissa's info.

Hi jane. My aunt had the bypass done a few year ago and she has had many problems. She looks like she is on deaths door step. I have told my mom over and over that the VSG is not the same but she is ALL KNOWING! Over the past few weeks I mention my surgery date and she acts like Im not really doing it. She says things like you better not and you need to stop. Plus she is closed minded when it comes to doing anything out of the US. I guess she will see its not a joke when I call her from Mexico.

Yes, I just have 7 days to go! And Im already packed. HeHe. Hes getting better. He still is giving me crap. I think he is scared but trying to act tuff. Sometimes I just wish he would just say hes worried. Hey did your friend make up his mind? Its funny because I figured him out. lol We should set a goal date to meet. Like 3mo. or 4 or....

My Dr had me test once a day in the morning.

OMG... Thats great! I am right near your hight and weight. I so hope I turn out like you!:tongue_smilie:

I live in Miami - Homestead. Its about 15min from the first Key.

Thanks I agree with you all. But Im scared that the next Dr will tell me the same thing. Should I call around and tell them what im looking for?

I just left my PCM's office and I told her that I'm having the VSG done in mexico. Lets just say she told me not to come see her if I have any problems. I told her I understand and I would go to the ER. I told her that I would come see her for any blood work and things like that. She said that would be follow up care and I can't come to her. Now correct if I'm wrong but I have the right to have blood work done. And I guess I will have to make sure I drink lots of water because I would be S.O.L if I get dehydrated. I just don't know what to do.

Hello Mellifrits, I will have my surgery Aug 18th with Dr. Almanza. I will talk to him about what the best size for me would be. I'm a little worried about losing too much weight and acid reflux.

Hello Jane, The reason I asked the question is because I read that the larger the bougie the less problems you have with acid upset. Did you have any problems?

Hi, My date is Aug. 18th I fly to Mexico on the 17th. Congrats and best wishes.

Thank you for all your replies. Here is a link that you might find helpful. It has info about BMI and Bougie sizes. http://www.ssat.com/video/2008/SSAT%2049th%20Annual%20Meeting(3)-Cirangle.htm

I think maybe we worry about things most people dont even care about or notice. I know I tend to read into things too much.

Tamboo is your name Tammy? I think a fl support group would be great idea. I am happy to hear you have so much support from your family. It must take a little stress off. I understand how you feel about looking foward to feeling confident and sexy again. I live near South Beach and can't even enjoy going out there because I feel out of place. Fighting with my husband because I never have anything to wear out has taken a toll on our relationship. Im most looking foward to seeing if my attitude about life changes.

Kathy, Maybe you can just take a plate back to your work area so they dont know your not eating. Or just move your food around on your plate like you did when you went out to dinner.