yowza...well, hpefully all will clear itself up for you. I will kwwp you in my thoughts and prayers, esp on Tuesday. Please let us know how everything turns out! J

OH NO!!! Do they have ANY idea what happened, Dianne? Did you have a change in diet, a life stressor, alien abduction...anything??? I am glad to hear that a bariatric MD is following you, as our bodies have been rearranged and sometimes get odd little "quirks" in them that are not like the normal system is. I see you posted a few days ago. Have you, since then, been to see the nephrologist or a urologist? I am sorry to hear you are under the weather. Here is to hoping for a speedy recovery, just in time for your 4 yr anniversary!

Lara ~~ here's a big hug... I'm sorry you're having to go through this... Doesn't it just make you wonder what some people are thinking? You are strong and even though it hurts really bad now ~ you will pick yourself up by your bootstraps and get through this. I've always loved Scarlett's philosophy of "tomorrow is a new day and I'll think of it then" Start each day as a new day ~~ you are worthy of live and love ~~ start with yourself and someday, somewhere, someone else will see that in you also. But for now, get lots of rest, love yourself and be strong. We are here for you..... Hugs Janie

Oh Lara!! First, let me give you a big ol supportive hug! I remember when you and yours got married, how happy you were...the pictures, the posts, everything...I am so sorry that this has happened to you and that you have grown apart. Our WLS brings out the best in us, and unfortunately, the worst in others. Sometimes, there is a high price for our health, whether it be financial, physical, mental, or emotional. You have excelled in your journey, and should be proud of your accomplishments! Please do not allow one's fading love for you affect your love for YOUSELF!!! You are beautiful inside and out. Don't be discouraged in yourself, others, or the world in general. It WILL get better. Consider this, as hard as it may be, as a stepping stone in your quest for the PERFECT life you so richly deserve. As for falling back on your fatties, bring it girlfriend...we are here for ya... Love, Janice

Hello Richard! While it may seem that no one is replying, just remember that this is a sloooow board, but we do reply when we remember to stop by here! With that being said, when is the last time you had your bloodwork checked and a physical? This surgery, while miraculous, also plays a wee bit of havoc on our bodies. One off-kilter vitamin or plunge in thyroid function can bring about weight gain, weight loss, depression, or the growing of a third limb or tail...lol Seriously, my advice would be to start with a complete blood panel workup, a checkup to insure all parts ae fine and still functioning...maybe even test to see if your stoma has stretched or something like that, esp if you feel you can eat a large amount. If everything checks out postively, like others have said, go back to basics...low-carb, high protein, meals three times a day (no bigger than the size of your fist), maybe a small, high protein snack or two during the day. FLUIDS FLUIDS FLUIDS!!! Also, step up your physical activity. We are all at the point now where it gets a lil difficult at times. Our bodies have settled in, and as you know from your pre-op days, can get somewhat comfy being in a rut and slacking off a bit. Your tool still works, so kick it in the tushie and get it working for YOU! Good luck! Janice