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Hello everyone,

I hope this is the right place to introduce myself. I had surgery on the 8th of January and am doing quite well actually.

I've been battling my weight for just about all my life. A chubby baby and chunky adolescents. My first diet was at the age of 14 with Weight Watchers. My last successful diet was Low Carb. Which i would suppose wasn't all to successful since i opted for surgery.

I chose the Sleeve procedure because of the lifestyle i was already use to. Low fat and low carb. The tools i learned with that went well with this tool "The Sleeve".

I am almost 5 weeks out and 26 pounds down since surgery. My daily intake is Protein first of course and chew chew chew. I was required by my surgeon to lose 10 lbs. through the holidays and was at surgery weight the day of surgery.

I'm on track with my supplements and still working ever so diligently on my Fluid intake. I usually hit the 64 oz mark but not always. My protein intake is good but still not at optimal. I find eating small meals through out the day is helping with that. I have to remind myself to eat because i generally don't have much of an appetite.

I'm in it to win it! I look forward to meeting folks here and getting to know you. I'm sure i'll have plenty of questions for all the Vets here. Perhaps there's something i can share with you in return.

Here's to all of us losers.

Sincerely Sherri

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Hi Sherri: It is wonderful to hear that you are doing so well. congratulations on your choice to become a healthier happier you. You seem to have a good grasp on the beginning of your journey...Good!!!!!!!!!! Don't hesitate to keep us in the loop to let us know how you are doing and what we can do to encourage you when it is much harder......

Just keep swimming!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

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Welcome, Sherri, and the best of luck to you! It sounds like you are off to a wonderful start on your new life.

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Sherri

5 weeks - 26 pounds down since surgery. I'm in it to win it!

Welcome aboard :)

can't have too many smiling faces around!! :)

i'm sure you'll continue, and increase both Water and Protein, you are doing wonderfully :)

26 lbs down already - thats terrific!! :)

questions?? ask away!!! what do you think we're here for?? ;)

keep up the great work!!!! :)

good job!!!!

kathy

congrats

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Welcome aboard Sheri I have met some nice ppl on here.....sit down have a drink of Water and read about what others are saying and doing....good luck on your journey

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Sheri, welcome to the madness!

I would have loved to have read your post, but I can't see it without a magnifying glass!

My peepers aren't what they used to be! Would you mind upping the size of your font so I stand a cat-in-hells chance of being able to read it, my dear?

Sorry for being a short-sighted old bat :D

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Welcome sherry. Glad u got on this website. It is motivating to me to read success stories, help others on their new journey, and asking questions when I can't figure things out myself. We t here for u. Also, congrats on your 26 pounds lost ..

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Thank you all for the warm welcoming. Holding my glass of Water up and cheering us all on.

It's really comforting to be arounf folks that are and have gone through what i am. I realize everyone is different in their experiences. It's just nice to be a part of.

Looking forward to kicking back and reading all your experiences.......with my drink of water. ;)

Sherri

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Hello everyone,

I hope this is the right place to introduce myself. I had surgery on the 8th of January and am doing quite well actually.

I've been battling my weight for just about all my life. A chubby baby and chunky adolesence. My first diet was at the age of 14 with Weight Watchers. My last successful diet was Low Carb. Which i would supose wasn't all to successful since i opted for surgery.

I chose the Sleeve procedure because of the lifestyle i was already use to. Low fat and low carb. The tools i learned with that went well with this tool "The Sleeve".

I am almost 5 weeks out and 26 pounds down since surgery. My daily intake is Protein first of course and chew chew chew.

I'm on track with my supplements and still working ever so diligently on my Fluid intake. I ususally hit the 64 oz mark but not always. My protein intake is good but still not at optimal. I find eating small meals through out the day is helping with that. I have to remind myself to eat because i generally don't have much of an appetite.

I'm in it to win it! I look forward to meeting folks here and getting to know you. I'm sure i'll have plenty of questuions for all the Vets here. Perhaps there's something i can share with you in return.

Here's to all of us losers.

Sincerely Sherri

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LOL there you go Madam Reverie. Love your sense of humor. :)

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Thank you Carlotta. Congratulations on your 38, fantastic!. What Post Op week are you at? I see you had your surgery in December. Mine was January 8th. Looks as though things are going well with you?

Sherri

36# gone ;)

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lol thanks, Sherri! No, seriously!

When I see fonts that are really small, I'm like 'Oh god, I can't read that'. Glad that I could read it now and can make your acquaintance properly!

Again, welcome to the madness and congratulations on your success to date and your continuing success. Certainly seems like you've got all your eggs in order, so that's only a tremendous thing for the future.

And as you clearly have a sense of humour, it's a double-win :) x

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you're very welcome madam. :D

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