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In other news, I told my mom about the surgery! She was like, "oh yea, two of my church members had that done, good for you!" Lol, pleasant surprise bc I told her yesterday which was two year anniversary of Dad's passing. The coolest thing ever, was that just as I was about to cry (missing dad) the phone rang and it was the surgeons office telling me they were sending my info to insurance co. No tears after all,just happy about taking control of my life. :-)

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In other news, I told my mom about the surgery! She was like, "oh yea, two of my church members had that done, good for you!" Lol, pleasant surprise bc I told her yesterday which was two year anniversary of Dad's passing. The coolest thing ever, was that just as I was about to cry (missing dad) the phone rang and it was the surgeons office telling me they were sending my info to insurance co. No tears after all,just happy about taking control of my life. :-)

How awesome is that!!!!!! I am doing good but it sounds like you are doing great!!! Keep us informed! Let's take this journey together!!!

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Hey lady, now that mom is on board, how are things going?

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Things are good! In my body, I feel good! My Fitness Pal is an app where you are able to log your food and keep track of your meals. You are able to "friend" people and view their menu to get food ideas.

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Oh yea! Lol, I should have remembered that! Question, did you have to keep a food diary? If so, did keep one while you were waiting for your surgery date?

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Oh yea! Lol, I should have remembered that! Question, did you have to keep a food diary? If so, did keep one while you were waiting for your surgery date?

Yup...I used MFP.

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I so meed a buddy/mentor right now. I had my surgery July 30, 2013 so 6 months now.. and I've lost 56 lbs, yay! I've been at the same weight for more then two weeks now. To be honest.. my diet has not been the best. I am afraid I've stretched my stomach because at night I can't seem to curve my appetite. I have IBS and drinking Protein drinks only causes flare ups which makes leaving the house very difficult. I've also been losing my hair, a lot which has me depressed. I am taking supplements & using Hair loss shampoo/conditioner. HELP!!

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I so meed a buddy/mentor right now. I had my surgery July 30, 2013 so 6 months now.. and I've lost 56 lbs, yay! I've been at the same weight for more then two weeks now. To be honest.. my diet has not been the best. I am afraid I've stretched my stomach because at night I can't seem to curve my appetite. I have IBS and drinking Protein Drinks only causes flare ups which makes leaving the house very difficult. I've also been losing my hair, a lot which has me depressed. I am taking supplements & using Hair loss shampoo/conditioner. HELP!!

I'm happy to be your buddy but won't be much help as I am only 1 month out. Elainejohnson3074@gmail.com

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Cliftongirl, for additional support i joined instagram (mycupofjojo) and searched wls (weight loss surgery) and vgs vertical gastric sleeve, rny etc. I think people respond quicker on there. I'm still pre op but everything youre describing is stuff I see on my feed every day!

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Mary did you get your surgery done before 2014?

Girl, I wish! Work and family bumped my schedule. I'm scheduled for March 5th. Looks like self pay, but oh well.

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In other news, I told my mom about the surgery! She was like, "oh yea, two of my church members had that done, good for you!" Lol, pleasant surprise bc I told her yesterday which was two year anniversary of Dad's passing. The coolest thing ever, was that just as I was about to cry (missing dad) the phone rang and it was the surgeons office telling me they were sending my info to insurance co. No tears after all,just happy about taking control of my life. :-)

So glad for you!!

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Surgery date February 25! Follow me on Instagram for updates and pic's! Looking for support, mentors and buddies there also. :-)

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