I'M ON THE OTHER SIDE!!! YIPPEE!!!!!

 It's finally behind me and I am feeling really good.   Everything went  smooth and exactly how it was explained.  DHMC in Lebanon was outstanding and I am very impressed with Dr.Lay****s team. - I definitely made the right choice and am so excited about my new life!

Any advice on exercise.  How much etc..?

PS.. The ring was not a big deal (they taped it) :-) 

Hi Cathy!

CONGRATS!  I have been thinking about you.  I'm so happy everything went smoothly and you're feeling good.  So glad the ring didn't need to be cut off! 

I would advise for right now to do some light walking around.  Especially if you have gas....that helps a lot.  After a few weeks, you'll be walking longer and farther.  I would talk to your Dr. about anything more than that.

Listen to your body and how you're feeling.  Rest and take your meds if you need them.  You might feel good, but it does take time to heal.

Congrats again and take care!

Lisa

 Thank you so much Lisa!  Great advise once again.  Cathy

Yippee, good for you, I've been thinking of you and watching for your posts. Take your time healing because you don't want to hurt yourself. Glad to hear about the ring thing too because I can't get mine off either. Can't wait to be skinny again and wear not only my old clothes but all my other rings as well. I start my 2 week pre-op liquid diet this Monday so I am going to enjoy BBQing this weekend.
Best of luck to you and keep us posted as to how you are doing.
Jamie M.

 Jamie:  Thank you!  Have a wonderful weekend and good luck with he pre-op diet.  It goes by fast!!!

I am so glad everything went well and they taped the ring.  I wish you a speedy recovery.   

 Thank you for your support!  I appreciate it.  Looking forward to each day... :)

Whoot Whoot!!!! You did it Cathy. Congratulations. It's fantastic that you are feeling well enough to post. I'm so glad everything went AOK. Take it easy - especially if the weather gets more humid - drink drink and drink some more. Walking is the best for right now but only do what you can. Keep us posted on your progress. Good luck.

Rosemary

Thank you Rosemary.  I appreciate your cheers!  Lord knows we need all we can get.  I'm feeling better each day and hubby makes a fine nurse ;)

Glad you came through it well and are feeling good, and that the ring was no big deal. Too bad you had to worry about it (maybe it was good to have something to focus on).

Keep on walking and keep up with the fluids and it should continue to be smooth sailing!!

May your recovery continue very quickly and uneventfully!

Mary