Kimmes

Here we go! I am in - and focused! I have 2 goals - my weight loss goal and my commitment to working out! I have training sessions scheduled 3x per week with a personal trainer through June - and my goal is to have 100% compliance! Weight goals: SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................184.3..........170...........14.3 Let's get this party started! Good luck everyone!

Happy Easter to everyone! TO those who reached your goals CONGRATS! To those who are achieving but did not make it their set # - Congrats - it's a marathon not a race! I might be what you consider a slow loser - but still losing! I did not make my goal this time - fell short by 3.9 pounds but...I still lost lbs and that makes me happy! ..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................183.8..........179.9...........3.9 Here's to the 4th of July challenge - I wish you all a joyous Easter - and much happiness and success on your journey!

Happy Easter to everyone! TO those who reached your goals CONGRATS! To those who are achieving but did not make it their set # - Congrats - it's a marathon not a race! I might be what you consider a slow loser - but still losing! I did not make my goal this time - fell short by 3.9 pounds but...I still lost lbs and that makes me happy! ..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................183.8..........179.9...........3.9 Here's to the 4th of July challenge - I wish you all a joyous Easter - and much happiness and success on your journey!

Happy Easter to everyone! TO those who reached your goals CONGRATS! To those who are achieving but did not make it their set # - Congrats - it's a marathon not a race! I might be what you consider a slow loser - but still losing! I did not make my goal this time - fell short by 3.9 pounds but...I still lost lbs and that makes me happy! ..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................183.8..........179.9...........3.9 Here's to the 4th of July challenge - I wish you all a joyous Easter - and much happiness and success on your journey!

Congrats! You have worked so hard for this! WHoot!

Awe - the Jacket - I bought it on clearance at the Limited - great deal like $39! They just went on clearance so check your local Limited - they run big... mine is a medium....(yah right, me a medium)

I am in..... SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................?????..........170...........????

Creeping close... don't think I will make it but I am happy with the progress! SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................183.8..........179.9...........3.9

Ladies and Gentlemen I think we all agree to disagree.... on the coordinators that is. But we all agree Dr Kelly is a fine surgeon! I personally would ask to speak to Dr Kelly and get his take on the entire situation if I was pre-op. I am post op and can only speak from my personal experience - I would not change a thing. I worked directly with Dr Kelly and Trish and had an amazing experience. Stop the "he said, she said" and go directly to Dr Kelly if you want the truth.

I think I may have some for you! Send me your address and I will box them up - some pants, shirts and short..... I am happy to provide.

I used Dr Kelly and had a great experience - read my blog and you can see my experience. I would send any friend or family to him without hesitation. I would work directly with Trish his coordinator rather than a US coordinator. Regardless.....do your research, do not let cost be your only determining factor. The difference between the 2 Doctors you have listed is vast - from cost to facilities. There are also many in between these. I can only speak from my personal experience, I too looked at every doctor that has been mentioned. Once I chose Dr Kelly I never lost a minutes sleep over my decision. See if you can talk personally on the phone with the Drs you narrow it down to - interview them! This is your life that you are placing in their hands - proceed with caution, knowledge and strength. Once you make your decision you will be confident that it is the right one for you! Best wishes on your journey! We are all here for support. Kim

Grrrrrrrr, dang, I don't think I am going to make it!!! I just am finally breaking an almost 3 week stall () but, dont think I can possibly drop these 4+ pounds by Sunday . I love this challenge tho and will certainly sign up for the 4th of July one! AND I will keep working hard to get to my Easter goal - I will take every ounce I can get! On a better note...every size 14 has been removed from my closet and now it is filled with 12's and 10's! Today I am in a fashion show for work - Spring and Summer wear ( business casual appropriate). Both of my outfits are from the Limited - size 12 and 10's! I will try to get some pictures so I can post my modeling debut! Look out Americas Next Top Middle Aged Model Search - here I come! SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................184.6..........179.9...........4.7 Kim

Congrats!!!!

I also went with Dr Ramos-Kelly and had an amazing experience. I did NOT work through any US coordinator I worked directly with Trish his personal coordinator in TJ. I got great service, personal attention and feel like I made a life long friend in Trish and Dr Kelly. They have changed my life forever! Do your research - but I can personally recommend Dr Kelly! Kim

Wow I am shocked by this post BeachBum! Please read my personal experience and you will see the exact opposite of what you are writing! Lucerna is an upgrade over the basic hotel and it does indeed always cost $22 more - Your coordinator Sandy should have told you that in advance so you would not think Trish was "hitting you up". That is very offensive to me - it is her job to collect this additional $$ to cover the cost - it is more expensive than the basic hotel that is included in the basic package - again Sandy should explain that to you. As far as admitting to various hospitals - Mexico is far different from the US. I think these doctors are required to have a certain "volume" of patients in order to use facilities. The cost difference can be significant and most patients are looking at the total cost as once of the decision factors when going to Mexico - I just think Dr Kelly does not have enought patients who want to pay the extra $$$ to use Hospital Angeles (for example) and INT was not as nice as Florance from what I hear. So be for you say "Florance is the only hospital he is allowed to practice at" I suggest you understand the reason behind that! You make it sound like it is because of Dr Kelly - when it actually comes down to cost and # of patients. My experience with both Dr Kelly and Trish was excellent! I would not hesitate to take any family member or friend to Dr Kelly. There was no survival bag given to me - but they did provide gaterade, broth and a follow up diet. What was most important to me was the surgical care from Dr Kelly A++++, the cleanliness of the hospital A++ and my personal safety A+++. You have never posted before and you come on here and bash an excellent surgeon and his kind personal coordinator/assistant, resort to name calling and racist comments - something is shady about this post. Kim

Congrats and I must say you are beautiful and look AMAZING! Keep working it and those last 40 will come off! I have come to a major stall the last 2 weeks and have upped my excercize lots - still stalling but know it will come off. I am 29 pounds away from goal. We just need to stay focused! Congrats again, I am so proud of you - I have been following you since you were pre-sleeve and have enjoyed your journey with you! Kim

I just wanted to wish you well on your journey! Have a safe surgery and uneventful recovery! Please say hi to Dr Kelly and Trish for me! We will be saving a spot for you here on the losers bench! Hugs and prayers going your way this week! Please let us know when you are on the other side! Kim