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Topic: RE: Revision Surgery
I just sent you an email to your private email addy at aol.
You are right when I see myself gaining I get back to basics and I work on losing the pounds because I refuse to go back. I know what I have is a tool and I have to work hard to keep the weight off.
There is no true WLS that will keep you thin. Our bodies are resilient and will readjust and start holding on to evertthing that we eat. It gets harder each year for sure but what I think of is that I have to stick to the way of life that I chose to take and make all the right choises.
Good luck Marianna!
Cira
You are right when I see myself gaining I get back to basics and I work on losing the pounds because I refuse to go back. I know what I have is a tool and I have to work hard to keep the weight off.
There is no true WLS that will keep you thin. Our bodies are resilient and will readjust and start holding on to evertthing that we eat. It gets harder each year for sure but what I think of is that I have to stick to the way of life that I chose to take and make all the right choises.
Good luck Marianna!
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Topic: How is everyone coming along?
I hope that everyone is preparing themselves for Thanksgivihng. I am 4 1/2 years post op and worry a little since I always end up splurging a little too much. Not at one sitting because I can not fit much. But from Thansgiving all the way to New Year is quite a challenge for me.
I hope that everyone has a plan of execution so that the pounds do not creep up on you throughout the Holidays.
Don't forget to always think of protein first drinks lots of fluids... :)
As for the newly post ops know that this is an amazing journey and I wish you all the best.
Have a fantastic day!
Cira
I hope that everyone has a plan of execution so that the pounds do not creep up on you throughout the Holidays.
Don't forget to always think of protein first drinks lots of fluids... :)
As for the newly post ops know that this is an amazing journey and I wish you all the best.
Have a fantastic day!
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Topic: RE: NEW POST: Any newbies that like to introduce yourself
Congratulations on your new journey! So glad that you are doing well. I am sorry I am just seeing this message, However tell me how are things going on now?
Wishing you all the best in your journey to a new you!
Cira
Wishing you all the best in your journey to a new you!
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Topic: RE: VSG around Baltimore?
HW: 271 lbs. SW: 255 lbs. GW: 150 lbs.
I had my surgery done by Dr. Cynthia Long of Sinai Hospital in Baltimore
HW: 271 lbs. SW: 255 lbs. GW: 150 lbs.
Topic: RE: just needed to say this
Congratulations on your surgery. I hope that you are feeling great and healing nicely.
I must say one thing to you is please do not worry about the scale right now. The very first week you have extra fluids in your system. You bdy has gone trhough major surgery and you need to recover.
You have not stretched your pouch. Make sure to measure your fluids and do exactly what you are told and everything is going to be alright.
My advice to you is to take care of yourself, re learn to eat again (depending of your surgery) learn to appreciate the decision you made for yourself. When you go to your 1 month follow up visit you will see that you have shed some pounds and you will be in awe. Remember to measure your body so that you can see the inches melting away. Especially when the scale is not moving you will see the inches going. One more thing, walk everyday and drink your fluids and remember to try to meet your protein and liquid requirements.
All the best and if you need help please do not hesitate to message me.
Cira
I must say one thing to you is please do not worry about the scale right now. The very first week you have extra fluids in your system. You bdy has gone trhough major surgery and you need to recover.
You have not stretched your pouch. Make sure to measure your fluids and do exactly what you are told and everything is going to be alright.
My advice to you is to take care of yourself, re learn to eat again (depending of your surgery) learn to appreciate the decision you made for yourself. When you go to your 1 month follow up visit you will see that you have shed some pounds and you will be in awe. Remember to measure your body so that you can see the inches melting away. Especially when the scale is not moving you will see the inches going. One more thing, walk everyday and drink your fluids and remember to try to meet your protein and liquid requirements.
All the best and if you need help please do not hesitate to message me.
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Topic: RE: I am Nervous
I am sorry this psych made you feel that way. If it wasn't for you and your family who would you be doing it for? I know I did it so that I an spend quality fun time with my family.
I am glad you are looking for another psych. So I was wondering what did he ever say in the letter. Did they receive it yet?
I hope that all goes well and you find a spych that can relate to how you feel.
Wishing you all the best and don't let anyone make you feel guilty for your decision.
Do NOT give up!
Cira
I am glad you are looking for another psych. So I was wondering what did he ever say in the letter. Did they receive it yet?
I hope that all goes well and you find a spych that can relate to how you feel.
Wishing you all the best and don't let anyone make you feel guilty for your decision.
Do NOT give up!
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Topic: RE: Just saying hi (lap band in PG County)
Sounds great. Good luck on your PS. Keep us updated on the plastics board! I am recovering from my TT in alabama with my family so I won't be back till early december probably. :(
Highest Wt: 274 / LAP-Band Low: 180 / Sleeved at 233 / Goal: 160!
Topic: RE: Just saying hi (lap band in PG County)
I met someone on the plastics board that is from Bowie too and she has a friend in the area -- i think they are both rny so between us we would have the full spectrum of WLS covered. We had already talked about trying to hook up. I am going to be out of commission for a few weeks - having plastics next Thursday but I will put out a few time/place options and see if we can't get something together.
Topic: RE: just needed to say this
definitely visit the board of your surgery. unfortunately this board is not very active. You are definitely feeling fear not necessarily based on fact, which is normal. just know that you did NOT stretch out your pouch and you are just still healing. your body can hold on to ALOT of water and that is what is happening. one day you'll get on the scale and lose ten lbs in one day. try to limit your weighing or you'll go a little nuts. just do what you were told to do for success and you will be!
Topic: RE: just needed to say this
Hey there! Congratulations and welcome home.
#1 - have someone take your scale, lock it up and don't look at it again until December 3rd.
I don't know what surgery you had but, unless you are drinking a ridiculous amount of broth at a record breaking pace - you are probably ok.
Have you spent time on your surgery specific board?
#1 - have someone take your scale, lock it up and don't look at it again until December 3rd.
I don't know what surgery you had but, unless you are drinking a ridiculous amount of broth at a record breaking pace - you are probably ok.
Have you spent time on your surgery specific board?
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