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Topic: RE: Any new WoW moments going on?
WOW look at all these wonderful wow moments! We're all doing great!
My most recent WOW moments were at a party I had to go to on Saturday with my Husband. One of his friends said to my Husband, "Your wife is looking hot!" . Another of his friends said to me, "Oh my gosh what are you now like a size 8?" I'm not, I'm a 14 or 16. A lot of people told me how nice I looked and one girl said, "Wow, you're beautiful" which made me feel good.
I'm still dying to get into onderland, at 210 lbs down from 333. Congratulations those that made it to onderland. I would jump up and down and scream too!
Lizzie
Topic: RE: Finally NEW PICS!!!!
Rose that is awesome. Great pictures and you look great.
Keep up the good work
Kathleen
Topic: RE: April is almost here!!!
First let me say my road to the surgery was very long and rocky...come to think of it, it has been the same since too!!! lol... but of course no regrets!!!
1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS?
I believe it was my mom-was a very long time ago!!
2. How long did it take to get approval?
I started my journey to have this in 2000, but due to my employer changing ins companies, it took me forever! Once I changed jobs and finally found a surgeon I felt safe with, it was about 2 1/2 years. I had to put it on hold for awhile and take care of my father.
3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up?
Man i'm really hurting and at the same time, looked at the clock and wondered why my 1 hr surgery took almost 5 hours, and why did I still have a dang tube in my nose!
4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery?
yes, and wasn't allowed to drink for almost a week!!! All I was allowed was that stupid stick w/a green sponge on the end to wet my mouth
But when he said I could drink I was sooo thirsty I don't think I even thought about it!
5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year?
For me I would have to say not having a nervous break down with all my complications, and how amazing I feel 200lbs lighter in such a short amount of time!
6. What does the next year bring? Hopefully more lbs gone and like April, hopefully a baby!

Topic: Finally NEW PICS!!!!
ok I finally uploaded new pictures for my profile!!! Check them out, it's me minus 207lbs! So it's the new me!!!!
Topic: RE: April is almost here!!!
1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS?
My husband
2. How long did it take to get approval?
I started the 6 month doc supervised diet June 1st 2005, received offical approval March 8th, 2006
3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up?
I'm awake!!
4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery?
Yes, my first "soft" food was string cheese and I only nibbled at it
5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year?
Going to the beach and feeling absolutely carefree about wearing a bathingsuit!!
6. What does the next year bring?
Hopefully a baby

Topic: RE: Any new WoW moments going on?
My WOW moment is that FINALLY in the past month I am tolerating protein suppliments!! This is a huge deal for me as I have tried tons of different protein samples and never could drink them, my husband drank them and I would gag or vimit seeing him drinking them! UGH! It has been a tough year trying to get enough protein in and hoping for the best...but now I am actually looking forward to my morning proteins. I love vanilla mice milk, Matrix cookies and cream, nectar cappuccino latte and extreme smoothie RTD prailine scream! I usually add them to my coffee as a warm drink, but it is surely doing the trick! I now do protein drinks as my breakfast
BIG WOW FOR ME
Amy
start weight 233
current weight 112


Topic: RE: April is almost here!!!
Okay, my surgery date is the 24th, so I still have almost a whole month.
1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS?
I believe, (cant remember exactly) it was my husband.
2. How long did it take to get approval?
I started the process in end of Feb and had a surgery date in March, then insurance changed their policy, so I had to find another doctor. At that time there wasnt any doctors in MO that Medicare would accept, so I found one closest to me in Chicago IL. My first visit with him was in March 20, and had my surgery 24. I got approved right away, but had to go though other things first.
3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up?
I made it, yeah!!
4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery?
The first day after, I was very nauseated, so I didnt eat, except the popsickles.
5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year?
My new body, which I hope isnt done yet, the reaction from other people, even my husband, lol. I am no longer on any prescribed meds, I have so much energy, and love getting up after only 6 hours of sleep. I go strong all day without getting tired, I just love it.
I am doing more, enjoying more, and can exactly play with the grandchildren better, without in problems. Life is great, and I thank God everyday for this wonderful new lease on life.
I want to thank all of you April surgery family for helping me to make it this far too. Without the support and love that I get here, I dont believe that I could have made it as well as I have.
(((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))) for everyone for just being here for me when I need it.
Love to all
Kathleen

Topic: RE: April is almost here!!!
1. My cousin Charlotte who was always a big supporter of doing "whatever it takes to make you happier and healthier".
2. Unfortunately I never got approval. I paid out of pocket due to an exclusion in my policy. Was worth every penny.
3. I'm still alive! (I was extremely nervous about not waking up from the anesthesia, having never had surgery before in my life).
4. Not scared to eat or drink. Just not thrilled about the thought of pureed food.
5. Best things are "re-shaping" my new body, shopping for clothes, getting my self-confidence back.
6. Who knows! I hope to get to 100 lbs. lost by my 1 year anniversary on 4/6/07 (I'm at 95 now). Would love to get down to 120 total pounds lost, but would also be thrilled to maintain current loss. Don't think I'll be wearing a two piece swimsuit any time soon, but never say never!
This experience has been incredible and life-changing. I would do it again in a heartbeat. Congrats to all my fellow "losers"!
Topic: RE: Any new WoW moments going on?
April I am crying here at the computer!! You stinker! You made me cry...I am SO very happy for you and you have accomplished a miracle in this short time! Congrats on Onederland!!! Now the 180's!! Yahoo Girlfriend!
Mama Joan....
Topic: RE: April is almost here!!!
1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS?
My husband and then married daughter and sisters.
2. How long did it take to get approval?
Paperwork was faxed to BC/BS Mar 7 and called BC the 14th and was approved. Next day was given surgery date of April 25th.
3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up?
Will I really be able to do this? Meds always affect me poorly....
4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery?
Oh Yes, terrified. And I did have some trouble and got dehydrated. But since then it has been wonderful! And I praise God daily, several times a day for this miracle of new life.
5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year?
Just to participate in my life and not be a bystander in it.
6. What does the next year bring?
Everything....we are planning to sell our home in SC and move to Colorado to be near our married daughter and grands...and I may work part time job there until I finished homeschooling youngest daughter for three more years. I was always embarrassed to apply for job because of how I looked. I miss working with people asI love people and workedfor Dr. before. I have even dreamed of working with bariatric patients and helping them if the Lord opens that door.
In His love and never ending grace,
Joan M