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Topic: New chapter after 2 years!
Well i did it!!! Insurance covered the Panni and i paid the difference for the Fluer de Lis Tummy Tuck. So looking forward to this new chapter of not having this skin hanging around my waist like a weight dragging me down. She took a little more than 6 lbs off .... Still sore and quite a bit swollen nut not disappointed. Happy Anniversary everyone! We have come a long way baby!!
Topic: RE: 2 year Surgiversary (Pics!!!)
You look fantasti****ep up the great work. I really admire your strength! Hang in there!
Topic: 2 Years and counting
Hard to believe 2 years have gone by! I have maintatined my weight pretty steady for 6 months now although my body is still changing. Back issues have resurfaced and makes it pretty difficult to exercise so I don't expect I will see many scale victories until that is resolved.
I still struggle with body image issues, but have come a very long way. I told my DD the other day that it would be 3 years before I really knew what I looked like
. I am down from a 26 to a size 8! I do even have one pair of size 6 jeans! I did measure and I have lot over 12 inches in my waist alone.
My endo Dr. took Diabetic off my chart this year!
What a truely life changing event and journey this has been for me and for my family.
Blessing to all my fell July'ers!
I still struggle with body image issues, but have come a very long way. I told my DD the other day that it would be 3 years before I really knew what I looked like
. I am down from a 26 to a size 8! I do even have one pair of size 6 jeans! I did measure and I have lot over 12 inches in my waist alone.My endo Dr. took Diabetic off my chart this year!
What a truely life changing event and journey this has been for me and for my family.
Blessing to all my fell July'ers!
Julie
Topic: RE: 2 years down and now alcohol Issues
Listen to your "inner voice". It's usually correct.
In the mean time, work on portion control and set limits for yourself. Good luck with your endeavors. I have a very close friend who has been very happy and succesfull going to AA. You need to find a group that you feel comfortable in. Not all are alike. If you don't like your first one, find another to compare it to. Good luck.
In the mean time, work on portion control and set limits for yourself. Good luck with your endeavors. I have a very close friend who has been very happy and succesfull going to AA. You need to find a group that you feel comfortable in. Not all are alike. If you don't like your first one, find another to compare it to. Good luck.
If life knocks you down 7 times, get up 8!
Laura_Illinois
Topic: HAPPY 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVERYONE!!!
Where did the time go? How's everyone doing? I've been off the boards for months, maybe I should check back in more often. I miss our posts and friendships.
I'm holding my own at goal weight. I still am surprised when I catch my reflection in a mirror or window. I'm surprised I'm not still some BIG MAMA. It's great and I hope I never go back to the "other side". I can tolerate more sweets now, but I really watch my portion control.
I completed my Associates degree and graduated this May. I'm studying for my credential's test on Aug. 18th., then it's out to the job market in the "real" world. (Registered Health Information Technician)
I miss everyone. How is your summer going so far? Take Care,
If life knocks you down 7 times, get up 8!Laura_Illinois
Topic: RE: GOAL! and now...
Hi Saletia,
How are you and the baby coming along? Is it here yet? I've been off the forum for months and saw your post.
Hope everyone is doing well. Let us know how you're doing.
Good Luck!
If life knocks you down 7 times, get up 8!Laura_Illinois
Topic: 2 year Surgiversary (Pics!!!)
I count protein, fluid ounces, and my blessings everyday.
It's my 2 year surgiversary!!!!!! I'm so proud of myself. I still have no idea what I look like until I see myself in a photo. It's a very strange thing--my brain has not caught up yet.
Sorry I have not been online in a long time. I have a chronic pain syndrome called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy or RSD. This syndrome belongs to a class of chronic pain called Neuropathic Pain, meaning pain attributable to pathology of nerves. More recently this syndrome has been referred to as a Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. This syndrome is a chronic, painful, debilitating neurological condition. If anyone's ever had nerve pain--multiply that by 20,000,000,000. Ugh. Awful pain.
And it sucks. But I'm chugging along! As we all are! I'm on a ton of medications, on top of all of my supplements, and can't exercise because I'd fall quite often if I were without my cane (or someone beside me). The nerves in my foot just don't fire a message to the muscle to work, so my foot just flops out.
Oh, well. We all have our stories, don't we?
I'm on a lot of narcotic chronic pain medication, too, which I hate, but simply cannot live without. I've tried-- and I'd rather be smothered with a pillow. The pain is intense.
Sooooooooo, all of this weight loss has been accomplished just with strict bariatric diet, and the exercise I endured at physical therapy.
Since my husband got laid off on New Year's Eve (Happy New Year, right!?!?) we lost our insurance. I am permanently disabled, so my Medicare starts Sept. 1st and the FIRST thing I am doing is going to physical therapy!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait to get moving, break a little sweat, even if it's the slightest bit.
Hope all of my July buddies are doing well. I have to remember to drink more protein shakes. We moved in with my parents (thank God for them, and Oh God, all at once) soooo I kind of got out of my routine. I need the shakes, I know I do. I will have one tomorrow for pre-breakfast to take my meds with. That's a start!
I wanna see YOUR update photos, 7/09'ers!!!!!!! We're bonded for life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love,
Lauren xoxoxo
I am simply blown away by these photos. That's ME!!!!!
JULY 2009 JULY 2011
Sorry I have not been online in a long time. I have a chronic pain syndrome called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy or RSD. This syndrome belongs to a class of chronic pain called Neuropathic Pain, meaning pain attributable to pathology of nerves. More recently this syndrome has been referred to as a Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. This syndrome is a chronic, painful, debilitating neurological condition. If anyone's ever had nerve pain--multiply that by 20,000,000,000. Ugh. Awful pain.
And it sucks. But I'm chugging along! As we all are! I'm on a ton of medications, on top of all of my supplements, and can't exercise because I'd fall quite often if I were without my cane (or someone beside me). The nerves in my foot just don't fire a message to the muscle to work, so my foot just flops out.
Oh, well. We all have our stories, don't we?
I'm on a lot of narcotic chronic pain medication, too, which I hate, but simply cannot live without. I've tried-- and I'd rather be smothered with a pillow. The pain is intense.
Sooooooooo, all of this weight loss has been accomplished just with strict bariatric diet, and the exercise I endured at physical therapy.
Since my husband got laid off on New Year's Eve (Happy New Year, right!?!?) we lost our insurance. I am permanently disabled, so my Medicare starts Sept. 1st and the FIRST thing I am doing is going to physical therapy!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait to get moving, break a little sweat, even if it's the slightest bit.
Hope all of my July buddies are doing well. I have to remember to drink more protein shakes. We moved in with my parents (thank God for them, and Oh God, all at once) soooo I kind of got out of my routine. I need the shakes, I know I do. I will have one tomorrow for pre-breakfast to take my meds with. That's a start!
I wanna see YOUR update photos, 7/09'ers!!!!!!! We're bonded for life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love,
Lauren xoxoxo
I am simply blown away by these photos. That's ME!!!!!
JULY 2009 JULY 2011
I count protein, fluid ounces, and my blessings everyday. 
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on 7/14/11 11:31 am - Des Moines, IA
on 7/14/11 11:31 am - Des Moines, IA
Topic: RE: WHAT IS HAPPENING
Life is great being 113 pounds lighter. I love my band and the quality of life I have now not being morbidly obese!
Best wishes to you all!
Kristi
Best wishes to you all!
Kristi
Topic: RE: 2 years down and now alcohol Issues
I say listen to your inner voice. If deep down you feel like you need AA you may be right. i come froma a family of alcoholics and drug addicts so I too was very worried about transfer addictions. Fortunately I can't tolerate alcohol since the surgery - any little bit goes straight to my head. But I am still battling my food addictions. They are very powerful. People don't take them as seriously but trust me they are. I started the Kay Sheppard program and i tried to modify it so i could still indulge a little bit, but I finally reallized I can't. If I could I wouldn't have been 367lbs. I hope you can find support from someone who is also struggling with alcohol. But I just wanted to say that if it's bothering you enough to reach out for help, maybe you just can't drink socially. We really have to figure out a way to cope with our demons now that we can't stuff them with food.
I really like the aftercare program that my doctor had, but I do think that they should probably include some type of emotional care at about this time in recovery. By now the weight loss has stabilized and the real problems seem to begin.
God Bless,
Lisa
I really like the aftercare program that my doctor had, but I do think that they should probably include some type of emotional care at about this time in recovery. By now the weight loss has stabilized and the real problems seem to begin.
God Bless,
Lisa
Topic: 2 years down and now alcohol Issues
So typically I'm just a lurker, but I've been struggling lately and not sure where to turn.
I'll be 2 years post-op July 16th and it's just been an amazing ride. I started out at 379lbs and am at 211...working on hitting one-derland soon.
Lately I've noticed a huge change in myself with alcohol. I've always been a drinker, and quite frankly, I teetered on having the surgery for fear of the transfer addiction. Well, it definitely has creeped up on me and is starting to affect my relationships.
Over the past few months, I've noticed that even when I just want "one" I drink to the point where I pass out. (Which truly isn't hard with this chopped up stomach) but I know it's not healthy. I've got it down to a science. I drink tequila mixed with crystal light, vodka on the rocks or I brew decaf iced tea and mix tequila in with that. I'm realizing how sad this is as I type...
I'm just wondering if anyone else out there is having the same issues. I've seen a few post here and there, so I know I'm not alone, just wondering how you are all dealing/coping.
Maybe I'm delusional, but I'm hoping to find a balance. I do want to drink socially, but I don't know my limits and I'm not sure if I really can. Every time I think I have my patterns figured out, where I can just use it to relax, I end up taking it too far.
My husband is very supportive of my surgery efforts, but I know this is taking a toll on him. He's constantly my babysitter, for we never know how I'm going to react and over the holiday weekend, he did let me "let loose" and instead of passing out, I ended up lashing out at him for no good reason. It's just embarrassing.
As pathetic as this sounds, I'm reading this knowing what it sounds like and I can hear myself saying "Girl you need AA", but I'm hoping I'm not that far gone.
Thanks and Happy 2 Year to everyone!
I'll be 2 years post-op July 16th and it's just been an amazing ride. I started out at 379lbs and am at 211...working on hitting one-derland soon.
Lately I've noticed a huge change in myself with alcohol. I've always been a drinker, and quite frankly, I teetered on having the surgery for fear of the transfer addiction. Well, it definitely has creeped up on me and is starting to affect my relationships.
Over the past few months, I've noticed that even when I just want "one" I drink to the point where I pass out. (Which truly isn't hard with this chopped up stomach) but I know it's not healthy. I've got it down to a science. I drink tequila mixed with crystal light, vodka on the rocks or I brew decaf iced tea and mix tequila in with that. I'm realizing how sad this is as I type...
I'm just wondering if anyone else out there is having the same issues. I've seen a few post here and there, so I know I'm not alone, just wondering how you are all dealing/coping.
Maybe I'm delusional, but I'm hoping to find a balance. I do want to drink socially, but I don't know my limits and I'm not sure if I really can. Every time I think I have my patterns figured out, where I can just use it to relax, I end up taking it too far.
My husband is very supportive of my surgery efforts, but I know this is taking a toll on him. He's constantly my babysitter, for we never know how I'm going to react and over the holiday weekend, he did let me "let loose" and instead of passing out, I ended up lashing out at him for no good reason. It's just embarrassing.
As pathetic as this sounds, I'm reading this knowing what it sounds like and I can hear myself saying "Girl you need AA", but I'm hoping I'm not that far gone.
Thanks and Happy 2 Year to everyone!
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