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Topic: RE: 12-15-09 St.Berns anyone else scheduled there?
Rescheduled to 12-18 as doctor doesn't want to do bariatric surgery on Tuesdays?? what's with that?
Topic: RE: December 21-perfect XMAS gift!
I can't wait to start the New Year just a few pounds lighter!!! :)
Life is too short to not have fun. Live your dreams now, do not wait
Starting Weight= 353 pounds
Current Weight= 280 pounds
Goal Weight= 220 pounds
Starting Weight= 353 pounds
Current Weight= 280 pounds
Goal Weight= 220 pounds
Topic: RE: December is fast approaching- time for a check in
What is your name? Jim
How old are you? 50
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW 330/324/165
Where do you live? Ohio
Who is your surgeon? Dr. Rita Anderson
Which surgery are you having done?
What is your surgery date? 12/01/2009
Have you always been overweight? Yup
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you? I want to live longer
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
1 - Cut my toenails without being a contortionist
2 - Flying on an airplane without worrying if the seat belt extender is needed.
3 - Not buying clothes in the Big & Tall section
4 - Enjoy life again
5 - NEVER BEING OVERWEIGHT AGAIN
What is your pre-op preparation? Low fat diet & learn as much as I can about my future lifestyle.
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? 10
Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life? Not about the surgery, but I fear gaining the weight back, as I have failed by dieting many times in the past....
How old are you? 50
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW 330/324/165
Where do you live? Ohio
Who is your surgeon? Dr. Rita Anderson
Which surgery are you having done?
What is your surgery date? 12/01/2009
Have you always been overweight? Yup
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you? I want to live longer
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
1 - Cut my toenails without being a contortionist
2 - Flying on an airplane without worrying if the seat belt extender is needed.
3 - Not buying clothes in the Big & Tall section
4 - Enjoy life again
5 - NEVER BEING OVERWEIGHT AGAIN
What is your pre-op preparation? Low fat diet & learn as much as I can about my future lifestyle.
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? 10
Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life? Not about the surgery, but I fear gaining the weight back, as I have failed by dieting many times in the past....
BigJimNoMore
Topic: Dec. 22 - thanks santa
My surgery is on Dec. 22. I'll be getting a great present this year - my health back.
Topic: RE: December is fast approaching- time for a check in
What is your name? Jennifer
How old are you? 40
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW 296/282.9/135
Where do you live?Brighton Ontario
Who is your surgeon?Dr. Graber-RNY
What is your surgery date?December 11/09
Have you always been overweight?yes- never to the extent I am now- but it was always there
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you? my health is getting worse and I want to live to hold my grandbabies
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
-not worry about if I will fit in booth at a restaurant
-not be the largest person in the room
-shop anywhere
-have more energy and confidence
-decrease the amount of pills I take
What is your pre-op preparation? 3 days liquid diet before surgery
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? I am very fortunate - I would say a 9
Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life?LOTS.missing my best friend, transfer addictions, relationship with my husband, kids and friends- not having the weight to hide behind etc.
How old are you? 40
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW 296/282.9/135
Where do you live?Brighton Ontario
Who is your surgeon?Dr. Graber-RNY
What is your surgery date?December 11/09
Have you always been overweight?yes- never to the extent I am now- but it was always there
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you? my health is getting worse and I want to live to hold my grandbabies
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
-not worry about if I will fit in booth at a restaurant
-not be the largest person in the room
-shop anywhere
-have more energy and confidence
-decrease the amount of pills I take
What is your pre-op preparation? 3 days liquid diet before surgery
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? I am very fortunate - I would say a 9
Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life?LOTS.missing my best friend, transfer addictions, relationship with my husband, kids and friends- not having the weight to hide behind etc.
SMILES~JEN
SW-296 lbs,CW-240 lbs,GW-150 lbs
~Don't let what you want NOW affect what you want MOST~
WE CAN DO THIS!!
Topic: December is fast approaching- time for a check in
Hello everyone. I can't believe December is almost here. The beginning of our new chance at a healthy life is just around the corner. I thought maybe we could introduce ourselves and offer up support as we are all in this together.
What is your name?
How old are you?
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW
Where do you live?
Who is your surgeon?
Which surgery are you having done?
What is your surgery date?
Have you always been overweight?
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you?
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
What is your pre-op preparation?
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life?
I can't wait to read all your posts. Oh my gosh- we are almost there!!
What is your name?
How old are you?
What are your weight stats? SW/CW/GW
Where do you live?
Who is your surgeon?
Which surgery are you having done?
What is your surgery date?
Have you always been overweight?
What made you decide that surgery was the path for you?
What are the top five things you can't wait to do/experience once you are slimmer?
What is your pre-op preparation?
Out of 10, how strong is your real life support team? Do you have any concerns or fears about the surgery or your new life?
I can't wait to read all your posts. Oh my gosh- we are almost there!!
SMILES~JEN
SW-296 lbs,CW-240 lbs,GW-150 lbs
~Don't let what you want NOW affect what you want MOST~
WE CAN DO THIS!!
Topic: December 8th!!
I FINALLY got my date, after waiting and waiting. (Since Sept 22 to be exact) I finally got my call today with my date.
December 8th here I come!! I'm so ready to start my new life!
December 8th here I come!! I'm so ready to start my new life!
Topic: "MY DAY" to become a loser.....12/11/09
12/11/09 I am so excited I have to tell everybody!!!!!!
Topic: RE: Dec 9th - Wooo Hooo
That's a wonderful answer to prayer! Congratulations! You'll do just fine. :)
Blessings,
Mary
Blessings,
Mary
"Don't tell God how big your storm is; tell your storm how BIG your God is!"
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