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(deactivated member)
on 9/8/08 3:22 am
on 9/8/08 3:22 am
Topic: RE: Please sign...
Hi, T... Well, I just posted about feeling Humped! Maybe you can give it a look-see for me.
I just have been feeling obsessed with food, as a result of frustration at home!
I'd realize that you have some time before you are LPCC, but help a sister out here!
YOU'RE doing so much and so well... PROUD of YOU... Go For the LPCC!!!
So glad to hear that Stacy is feeling well and able to eat already. It took me a few months before eggs were tolerated by my new stomach so she's doing great in my book. Send her my regards!
Ro
I just have been feeling obsessed with food, as a result of frustration at home!
I'd realize that you have some time before you are LPCC, but help a sister out here!
YOU'RE doing so much and so well... PROUD of YOU... Go For the LPCC!!!
So glad to hear that Stacy is feeling well and able to eat already. It took me a few months before eggs were tolerated by my new stomach so she's doing great in my book. Send her my regards!
Ro
(deactivated member)
on 9/8/08 3:11 am, edited 9/8/08 3:13 am
on 9/8/08 3:11 am, edited 9/8/08 3:13 am
Topic: Humped???
OMGoodness... Wednesday Weigh-in is such a pain in the tush!!!! Necessary, but not a thrill...
Seems like I've gone down the tubes this week with over snacking. Sure my numbers are still OK... up a bit... BUT my eating has been turbulent.
I've been juggling between cookies and pickles
popcorn with extra ICBN...Butter Spread... a 180 calorie inhaled snack w/ added salt
and binging on watermelon and cantaloupe... to keep from over doing the days protein level
I haven't seen a great difference in my weight, but my FEELINGS are getting involved now... sooo I feel vulnerable and a bit down.
Since everyone complains at sometime about feeling addicted to food, I'd like to point out that even when you measure and weigh to make some good food choices... You're still obsessed with food!
I still don't have the Hunger that I once had... but feel more emotionally tied to eating now than ever before post-op.
I used to say things to the Guys like "You're never always at the top of the Ferris Wheel or at the bottom" A nice way to say sometimes things are going great; sometimes not... but soon they improve.
Lately, I've felt like I'm just plain stuck on the Ferris wheel. The top, which should represent "good" times, and the bottom, the "not so great times of life"... aren't cutting it for me. I feel stuck on the ride right now.
When I read about pre-ops, I wonder if I should say... "Get away from the Ferris Wheel line! You really don't want to spend so much time obsessing or being moody' The reality, of course, is that without the surgery these fine people have to deal with serious health issues... and lack of energy... and looking and feeling much older than they really are.
Basically, I've had a rough weekend... with more of my share of ups & downs... and started to eat (and journal) and eat... It's OLD behavior... It's my turn to feel Stuck on the never-ending-ride.
Gesh!!! I don't even like Ferris Wheels....
Feeling Humped on Monday... and Wednesday. the proverbial Hump Day, isn't here YET...
Seems like I've gone down the tubes this week with over snacking. Sure my numbers are still OK... up a bit... BUT my eating has been turbulent.
I've been juggling between cookies and pickles
popcorn with extra ICBN...Butter Spread... a 180 calorie inhaled snack w/ added salt
and binging on watermelon and cantaloupe... to keep from over doing the days protein level
I haven't seen a great difference in my weight, but my FEELINGS are getting involved now... sooo I feel vulnerable and a bit down.
Since everyone complains at sometime about feeling addicted to food, I'd like to point out that even when you measure and weigh to make some good food choices... You're still obsessed with food!
I still don't have the Hunger that I once had... but feel more emotionally tied to eating now than ever before post-op.
I used to say things to the Guys like "You're never always at the top of the Ferris Wheel or at the bottom" A nice way to say sometimes things are going great; sometimes not... but soon they improve.
Lately, I've felt like I'm just plain stuck on the Ferris wheel. The top, which should represent "good" times, and the bottom, the "not so great times of life"... aren't cutting it for me. I feel stuck on the ride right now.
When I read about pre-ops, I wonder if I should say... "Get away from the Ferris Wheel line! You really don't want to spend so much time obsessing or being moody' The reality, of course, is that without the surgery these fine people have to deal with serious health issues... and lack of energy... and looking and feeling much older than they really are.
Basically, I've had a rough weekend... with more of my share of ups & downs... and started to eat (and journal) and eat... It's OLD behavior... It's my turn to feel Stuck on the never-ending-ride.
Gesh!!! I don't even like Ferris Wheels....
Feeling Humped on Monday... and Wednesday. the proverbial Hump Day, isn't here YET...
Topic: RE: Please sign...
Hey Ro - thanks for the compliment 
I often worry that I do not have what it takes to be a good therapist so I have to trust what others say. I am so anxious to get done with school and start. It will be about 2 years until I am done with my Masters. Then about a year for the practicum, which is like an internship. So ,yes, there is plenty of onsite work I have to do.
After my practicum I will be a practicing therapist, but then I will have to work for about 3 years to complete all of my hours for the state and take the state exam to have the credentials of LPCC. This is a major goal for any therapist and is well beyond a regular therapist. I do not have to get it, but I want to.
Stacy is doing great! She felt a little sick at one time after eating, but we all go through that and it was quite normal for a healing pouch. She and I have the same surgeon. We met on here through the Ohio forum. She only lives about 15 min from me. She just added eggs and cheese to her diet yesterday so she was excited!! I remember that feeling. You forget how much you miss chewing food until you are not allowed to do it.
And how are you doing lately? Anything new going on with you?
Terisa
I often worry that I do not have what it takes to be a good therapist so I have to trust what others say. I am so anxious to get done with school and start. It will be about 2 years until I am done with my Masters. Then about a year for the practicum, which is like an internship. So ,yes, there is plenty of onsite work I have to do. After my practicum I will be a practicing therapist, but then I will have to work for about 3 years to complete all of my hours for the state and take the state exam to have the credentials of LPCC. This is a major goal for any therapist and is well beyond a regular therapist. I do not have to get it, but I want to.
Stacy is doing great! She felt a little sick at one time after eating, but we all go through that and it was quite normal for a healing pouch. She and I have the same surgeon. We met on here through the Ohio forum. She only lives about 15 min from me. She just added eggs and cheese to her diet yesterday so she was excited!! I remember that feeling. You forget how much you miss chewing food until you are not allowed to do it.
And how are you doing lately? Anything new going on with you?
Terisa
(deactivated member)
on 9/8/08 2:42 am
on 9/8/08 2:42 am
Topic: RE: Please sign...
Hi, Terisa... Just wondering how Stacy was feeling after surgery and having a few days out post-op. I hope that all is going well. Did you meet on OH or are you "neighbors" too?
What the time-line for your degree / certification??? I know that you've been pounding the books for some time now. I know that many times there are HOURS & HOURS of on-sight patient / client work prior to earning a degree... Where are you in the process?
I think that you'll be a wonderful Therapist!
Ro
What the time-line for your degree / certification??? I know that you've been pounding the books for some time now. I know that many times there are HOURS & HOURS of on-sight patient / client work prior to earning a degree... Where are you in the process?
I think that you'll be a wonderful Therapist!
Ro
Topic: RE: Lap band fills
Ro,
Thanks so much for the wonderful news. It also appears we joined these ranks about the same time. What we do without all of you looking out for all of us. Bless your heart!!
Lynnell
Always shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you land among the stars!!!
Always shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you land among the stars!!!
(deactivated member)
on 9/7/08 4:16 pm
on 9/7/08 4:16 pm
Topic: RE: Lap band fills
Hi, Lynnell... At our last Support Group meeting, which was a combo group of all type WLS, the women who had lap bands discussed that the 2nd fill was much more substantial than the first fill. The program's coordinator held the meeting, as we are in a state of change... new leaders! She mentioned that surgeons take into account that you are getting used to the Band at the first fill... and the second fill is then increased to the next level. It seemed that everyone agreed at the meeting so you'll probably be very happy with the results.
The group had several questions about just when they would need refills... Would they know all by themselves??? The answer... Basically, the coordinator said, "Keep your appointments... The surgeon will figure it out for you so that you keep LOSING! He'll help take the guess work out of it... Your job is to follow his guidelines and enjoy the results!"
Sounds like all good news!!!
Ro
The group had several questions about just when they would need refills... Would they know all by themselves??? The answer... Basically, the coordinator said, "Keep your appointments... The surgeon will figure it out for you so that you keep LOSING! He'll help take the guess work out of it... Your job is to follow his guidelines and enjoy the results!"
Sounds like all good news!!!
Ro
(deactivated member)
on 9/7/08 4:01 pm
on 9/7/08 4:01 pm
Topic: RE: WHO's Missing??? Role Call..& Brief update REQUESTED
Elaine!!!! That's GREAT news!!! What a Success Story!
You must be overjoyed... has it all sunk in yet... just how much you've accomplished...!!??!!?? Glad to hear that the TT pics were taken too. Sounds like you're surgeon feels that insurance will ante-up for you...$!
Normal BMI... of course YOU can do it!!! Go Rock!!!
XOXOXO
Ro
Elaine!!!! That's GREAT news!!! What a Success Story!You must be overjoyed... has it all sunk in yet... just how much you've accomplished...!!??!!?? Glad to hear that the TT pics were taken too. Sounds like you're surgeon feels that insurance will ante-up for you...$!
Normal BMI... of course YOU can do it!!! Go Rock!!!
XOXOXO
Ro
Topic: Lap band fills
Anyone having a second fill, I would love to hear how it goes. I'm scheduled for my second fill Sep. 16, 08. The first fill, Jun 08 did nothing and I'm hoping for greater success w/ number 2. They put 1 1/2 cc of saline the frist time. Any experience with how much they do the second time?
Looking forward to hearing wonderful news.
Looking forward to hearing wonderful news.
Lynnell
Always shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you land among the stars!!!
Always shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you land among the stars!!!
Topic: RE: Sorry I disappeared again...
Thanks Melissa! I really appreciate that!! I will keep u guys posted.
Hugss!
Hugss!
Hugs, Melissa
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RNY- 12/04/06 with Dr. Matt Glasock
LBL - 4/28/09 with Dr. Rene Recinos
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LBL - 4/28/09 with Dr. Rene Recinos
Topic: RE: Sorry I disappeared again...
Thanks Diana!!! I am glad I motivate you all, you all motivate me also! It is always good to come to the december board where the love and compassion for each other and our well-being is always so evident. Thanks for the compliments, I will keep u guys posted.
Hugs! Have a great rest of the weekend!
Hugs! Have a great rest of the weekend!
Hugs, Melissa
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RNY- 12/04/06 with Dr. Matt Glasock
LBL - 4/28/09 with Dr. Rene Recinos
http://www.onetruemedia.com/shared?p=6166c1bf498224d5a8b93e&skin_id=701&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url
RNY- 12/04/06 with Dr. Matt Glasock
LBL - 4/28/09 with Dr. Rene Recinos
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