Thanks to All My OH Friends

LaShelle2
on 8/1/09 10:00 am, edited 11/8/09 1:34 pm - STOCKBRIDGE, GA

Well, it's true, I am a true board certified DS Diva! I FINALLY had my Duodenal Switch surgery Tuesday, July 28, 2009 with Dr. Hugh Houston in Nashville TN.

So, I guess some people are curious why I didn't announce last month when I got approval from cigna and got a date. I guess I have my own selfish reasons plus there was the stress from switching to a new surgeon at the last minute,

I went to the hospital with just my mom. We both turned our cell phones off for the whole week. Only 4 people knew I was n the hospital, and they all had STRICT instructions to LEAVE ME ALONE! I guess I'm weird huh?

Having said all that, I truly appreciate all the love, support, knowledge, and friendship I have received from everyone on the board. I could not have done this without all of you. Several of you guys came into my thoughts when I was in the hospital. I was thinking of Deborah and Leah's pretty arms, if my arms can be that slim post op, it must be worth all this. And an infamous friend's Viagra and mall escalator experience gave me a few laughs which took my mind off the pain post op. Knowing so many other people had done this and survived helped me get through the first couple of days in the hosoital.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everybody for everything you've done to help me through this.

               **** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: No dumping. Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results, Won't regain weight! Eat normal sized meals, 96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured.                                    I  MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people.    ~Orson Wells

k9ophile
on 8/1/09 10:20 am

You don't have to explain why you did anything, sweets. Kind of like when a woman gets married, it's the bride's show. I feel the same way about being a patient. I make my game plan to suit me.

I'm happy to hear all went well. Isn't Dr. Houston just the greatest? Well, I think so & I'm sure he took real good care of you. Happy homecoming!

"Our ultimate freedom is the right and power to decide how anybody or anything outside ourselves will affect us." Stephen Covey

Don't litter! Spay or neuter your pet

LaShelle2
on 8/1/09 10:43 am - STOCKBRIDGE, GA

DS on 07/28/09

Yes he is wonderful. Those blue eyes are mesmerizing. Not a bad last image before you go under anesthesia.

               **** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: No dumping. Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results, Won't regain weight! Eat normal sized meals, 96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured.                                    I  MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people.    ~Orson Wells

Don 1962
on 8/1/09 11:30 am

RNY on 04/07/08

Nice to know you are doing well. Not hearing any "ticking" in your stomach are you? If not it means your doctor did not lose his wris****ch inside of you. No vibrations or muffled ringing sounds means he still has his cell phone as well.

See ya at the bowling alley!

Don and Norma

Never, and I mean NEVER, trust a fart!!

LaShelle2
on 8/2/09 12:57 am - STOCKBRIDGE, GA

DS on 07/28/09

The only weird sounds are bathroom noises. Never thought I'd be so glad to poop! That 1st poop was right up there with loosing my 1st tooth, graduating college, and having my 1st child. I knew officially Dr. Houston had patched me back together correctly. What a relief.

               **** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: No dumping. Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results, Won't regain weight! Eat normal sized meals, 96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured.                                    I  MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people.    ~Orson Wells

Deborah T.
on 8/1/09 11:51 am - GA

Lap Band on 09/04/08

LaShelle you are so sweet, and I love you. You have been in my thoughts and Prayers, and still are.

I hope you are feeling OK. Let me know if I can do anything for you. I am here for you Sweetheart.

Keep me in Touch.

Your OH Friend,
Deborah Turrell
Obesity Help Support Group Coach

GETTING HEALTHY ONE POUND AT A TIME

Deborah Turrell
Obesity Help Support Group Leader/Obesity Help Life Coach

CColeman
on 8/1/09 12:04 pm

RNY on 11/16/09

I'm glad everything worked out and went well!

(deactivated member)
on 8/1/09 12:08 pm - Canton, GA

Lap Band on 05/05/08

Lashelle - you sound like you are doing great! I am so happy for you. It is a very personal decision. I only told immediate family and two or three close friends when I had mine done so I understand where you are coming from. Best wishes to you on your new journey.

Atlanta_Laura
on 8/1/09 12:15 pm

VSG on 04/16/09

I'm so glad you posted an update. Take it easy through the healing. I can't wait to see you as a new post-op!

Conratulations, LaShelle, on starting your journey! Let me know if there's anything I can do.....

-- Laura

-- Laura

High 240 -- Surgery 225 (ticker includes 15 pounds lost pre-op)