whats everyone up to??
I'm feeling a bit blah. I'm in a 'stall' with my weightloss, even though I've boosted my activity a little. Summer is really unpredictable with the kids being off school.
They go back next week and I'm going to work hard to establish a solid routine for the fall and winter so that I set myself up for more success.
Did the barium swallow test and anxiously waiting results.
See my Nurse on monday. Feel like I'm inching along.
How are you?
They go back next week and I'm going to work hard to establish a solid routine for the fall and winter so that I set myself up for more success.
Did the barium swallow test and anxiously waiting results.
See my Nurse on monday. Feel like I'm inching along.
How are you?
Hi All!
I hope everyone is having a great last couple of weeks of summer! I'm freezing- anyone else?
So... update on me. I went to the clinic on Wednesday and weighed in with Corey. I have lost 20.9 lbs since I started at the clinic at the end of April. He thinks I am ready to be referred to the surgeon (and estimates I will have surgery by February), but needs my nut to sign off. I had an appointment to see Carlene on September 7th, but it was not actually going to be seeing Carlene, so my appointment was moved to the 20th.
I have been stressing a little because my BMI fell below 40 and I was concerned that I would get tossed out of weight wise- Corey assured me that with having a comorbidity I would have to lose another 25 lbs to fall below the criteria for surgery, but he promised me that I would be evaluated by the surgeon based on more than just my BMI, but on everything including my effort I have put into the program and changes I have made.
Now- I am waiting to see Carlene and hoping to get to see the surgeon!
So, let's start thinking about getting together. Anyone have any plans for coming to the city for our out of towners?
I hope everyone is having a great last couple of weeks of summer! I'm freezing- anyone else?
So... update on me. I went to the clinic on Wednesday and weighed in with Corey. I have lost 20.9 lbs since I started at the clinic at the end of April. He thinks I am ready to be referred to the surgeon (and estimates I will have surgery by February), but needs my nut to sign off. I had an appointment to see Carlene on September 7th, but it was not actually going to be seeing Carlene, so my appointment was moved to the 20th.
I have been stressing a little because my BMI fell below 40 and I was concerned that I would get tossed out of weight wise- Corey assured me that with having a comorbidity I would have to lose another 25 lbs to fall below the criteria for surgery, but he promised me that I would be evaluated by the surgeon based on more than just my BMI, but on everything including my effort I have put into the program and changes I have made.
Now- I am waiting to see Carlene and hoping to get to see the surgeon!
So, let's start thinking about getting together. Anyone have any plans for coming to the city for our out of towners?
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." - Anais Nin
Highest Weight: 242 lbs 1st Clinic visit: 236.8lbs
Weight at Surgery: 193.1 Surgery Date: May 18, 2011 Current Weight: 134.4 lbs
SOunds like everything is coming together for you. Awesome!
My BMI is AT forty right now, and yes, I too had some concerns. But the NUT did send me for the surgery consult and the doc was pleased with the progress...so all good.
I'm excited for you CHance!
I'm in the City. Just in case you're looking for a coffee or anything. :)
D.
My BMI is AT forty right now, and yes, I too had some concerns. But the NUT did send me for the surgery consult and the doc was pleased with the progress...so all good.
I'm excited for you CHance!
I'm in the City. Just in case you're looking for a coffee or anything. :)
D.
im hoping after my apt with lisa... Lee and Sue.. I will be sent to see the internist..then the surgon.... Thats Sept 22th .... fingers crossed
i hear ya about setting up ROUTINE... I really want to start one for the kids.. as we really never had one... ok.. a very general one. same for myself. Let me know how it is working for you. :)
i can go for a coffee anytime.. if your up for it. I am on my days off.. im off all week.. go back sat sunday.. then off for 10 :)
sarah
i hear ya about setting up ROUTINE... I really want to start one for the kids.. as we really never had one... ok.. a very general one. same for myself. Let me know how it is working for you. :)
i can go for a coffee anytime.. if your up for it. I am on my days off.. im off all week.. go back sat sunday.. then off for 10 :)
sarah
Hey everyone,
God it's been a while since we all posted. Things have been good and bad for me, depending on which day you ask.
I've had lots of stressful things happening these past few weeks. Especially this week pass. My employment insurance was denied, I turned "35" and my dad was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in his stomach. A friend from the clinic was rejected for surgery and my heart hurts for her. So I'm already on the edge and today I have a gall bladder attack, spent the day in emerg hooked up to i.v fluids and pain meds. Like frig anything else gonna happen.
On a better note I'm still maintaining my weight and waiting for the call. Still a little impatient cause I want it done like right now but I know my turn will come. And oh you guys can laugh at this one cause the other night I was going to my sister and I fell up her stair and near beat off my toes and my gel nails. Friggin stupid ass I am. Hurt so bad I thought I was gonna throw up.
Chance that's great new and Sarah I so hope you'll be taking the next steps soon too. Isn't it super exciting. I never thought I'd ever have this chance and I'm so glad I've made it thus far.
Take Care everyone.
God it's been a while since we all posted. Things have been good and bad for me, depending on which day you ask.
I've had lots of stressful things happening these past few weeks. Especially this week pass. My employment insurance was denied, I turned "35" and my dad was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in his stomach. A friend from the clinic was rejected for surgery and my heart hurts for her. So I'm already on the edge and today I have a gall bladder attack, spent the day in emerg hooked up to i.v fluids and pain meds. Like frig anything else gonna happen.
On a better note I'm still maintaining my weight and waiting for the call. Still a little impatient cause I want it done like right now but I know my turn will come. And oh you guys can laugh at this one cause the other night I was going to my sister and I fell up her stair and near beat off my toes and my gel nails. Friggin stupid ass I am. Hurt so bad I thought I was gonna throw up.
Chance that's great new and Sarah I so hope you'll be taking the next steps soon too. Isn't it super exciting. I never thought I'd ever have this chance and I'm so glad I've made it thus far.
Take Care everyone.
HW:274 SW:238 CW: 150.0 1St goal: 199.8 2nd goal:174 (100 pound lost)
My Persoanl Goal: (HIgh)150 (Low)140
1st goal acheived December 27th/2010. 1 week after my 3rd month surgery anniversary.
2nd goal acheived June 4th/2011. 2 weeks after my 8th Month Surgiversary.
Gall Bladder surgery April 12,2012
You can either believe it will happen.....or believe it won't. Both are self fulfilled prophesies. For Me it has happened. My Surgery was September 21/2010
Hey Kee
You have had a rough go lately! I fall all the time... I am always covered in bruises and if there is a chance of me almost taking off a toenail on a stair - its gonna happen, so I'm feeling your pain.
I`ve never had a gall bladder attack, but I had kidney stones and I have GERD... I know what it is to be bent double with the pain of both- take care, my friend.
So sorry to hear about your dad... Its always tough when our invincible parents show their frailities.
Keep us posted on how you are doing- not just the surgical stuff, but all the parts of your journey. It helps to have people in your corner along the way.
Your friend who was turned down for surgery... can I ask why and what happened? alway good to know why people are not approved!
Sending happy thoughts your way! take care.
You have had a rough go lately! I fall all the time... I am always covered in bruises and if there is a chance of me almost taking off a toenail on a stair - its gonna happen, so I'm feeling your pain.
I`ve never had a gall bladder attack, but I had kidney stones and I have GERD... I know what it is to be bent double with the pain of both- take care, my friend.
So sorry to hear about your dad... Its always tough when our invincible parents show their frailities.
Keep us posted on how you are doing- not just the surgical stuff, but all the parts of your journey. It helps to have people in your corner along the way.
Your friend who was turned down for surgery... can I ask why and what happened? alway good to know why people are not approved!
Sending happy thoughts your way! take care.
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." - Anais Nin
Highest Weight: 242 lbs 1st Clinic visit: 236.8lbs
Weight at Surgery: 193.1 Surgery Date: May 18, 2011 Current Weight: 134.4 lbs
Chance,
She has been doing the program for about 11 months now and they referred her to the surgeon a couple of months ago but they had to reschedule that appointment and so she seen Dr Lee last week and she said she felt that the option of surgery wasn't a good one for now cause the psychologist wouldn't sign her off yet. She was discharged from the program and told that she could go back to her doctor and get another referral and start over at a later date.
Personally I think it's stupid for her to even be send to the surgeon if there were any unanswered issues that had to be dealt with but I guess it goes to show that not everyone gets surgery.
Kee.
She has been doing the program for about 11 months now and they referred her to the surgeon a couple of months ago but they had to reschedule that appointment and so she seen Dr Lee last week and she said she felt that the option of surgery wasn't a good one for now cause the psychologist wouldn't sign her off yet. She was discharged from the program and told that she could go back to her doctor and get another referral and start over at a later date.
Personally I think it's stupid for her to even be send to the surgeon if there were any unanswered issues that had to be dealt with but I guess it goes to show that not everyone gets surgery.
Kee.
HW:274 SW:238 CW: 150.0 1St goal: 199.8 2nd goal:174 (100 pound lost)
My Persoanl Goal: (HIgh)150 (Low)140
1st goal acheived December 27th/2010. 1 week after my 3rd month surgery anniversary.
2nd goal acheived June 4th/2011. 2 weeks after my 8th Month Surgiversary.
Gall Bladder surgery April 12,2012
You can either believe it will happen.....or believe it won't. Both are self fulfilled prophesies. For Me it has happened. My Surgery was September 21/2010
Had an appt with my Nurse today. I wrote down 10am in two places, 9 in another...it was for 9. I'm thankful that she phoned because i was on my way out the door. WE had a nice phone appt.
My barium swallow came back normal (hurrah!).
I guess the surgeon will review my chart in a couple of weeks and I'm still waiting on an appt time for the scope. Too bad I still have to do that, but I'm choosing to look at it positively...they will be able to see if everything is in good condition, which is a good thing!
Then I will still have to consult with surgeon again, and if everything is good to go...do the pre op classes etc.
I'm only GUESSING....but maybe with the timelines surgery wouldn't be until spring?
I guess I'll plan a nice robust Fall season with good and happy things!
I'm contemplating teaching a group 'hooping' class (fitness hula hooping). So maybe I'll grab the bull by the horns, be brave and do something I never dreamed I could do! Yay!
I used to be the kid who skipped gym in school, so I'm a little nervous and excited all at the same time. I'm happy with the changes in my body and my thoughts/mind.
Everyone take care! Talk soon.
Let me know if you organize a coffee meetup, it would be great to meet.
Dreena
My barium swallow came back normal (hurrah!).
I guess the surgeon will review my chart in a couple of weeks and I'm still waiting on an appt time for the scope. Too bad I still have to do that, but I'm choosing to look at it positively...they will be able to see if everything is in good condition, which is a good thing!
Then I will still have to consult with surgeon again, and if everything is good to go...do the pre op classes etc.
I'm only GUESSING....but maybe with the timelines surgery wouldn't be until spring?
I guess I'll plan a nice robust Fall season with good and happy things!
I'm contemplating teaching a group 'hooping' class (fitness hula hooping). So maybe I'll grab the bull by the horns, be brave and do something I never dreamed I could do! Yay!
I used to be the kid who skipped gym in school, so I'm a little nervous and excited all at the same time. I'm happy with the changes in my body and my thoughts/mind.
Everyone take care! Talk soon.
Let me know if you organize a coffee meetup, it would be great to meet.
Dreena
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