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Topic: RE: 1 year out and almost 100 pounds down!
I'm not really a very good eater any more. I get up in the morning and take all my meds ( I take synthroid and estrogen and an allergy pill along with my vitamin and calcium) and then I'm full. I get to work and have a cup of coffee. Then maybe I'll eat a piece of cheese for a snack at about 10:00. For lunch I usually have some Progresso Soup. It takes me a while, but I generally will eat the whole can -- 2 cups (about 200 calories). In the afternoon I may have a cup of tea, or sometimes I have a small handful of almonds. For dinner I usually have a piece of protein and some salad. That's about it. Occasionally I'll have a snack of some cheese and crackers (I buy reduced fat Triscuits). On some days, if I feel I need it, I'll have a piece of fruit. I get hungrier when I'm at work, no appetite when I'm home and left to my own devices.
Linda
Linda
Success supposes endeavor. - Jane Austen
Topic: RE: I have my date! :o)
Here's Vicki's profile address: www.obesityhelp.com/member/750051/ She lives near Portland and is usually up on all the meetings. She had a DS with Dr. Deveney at OHSU. You can PM her from her profile.
Linda
Linda
Success supposes endeavor. - Jane Austen
Topic: RE: discouraged
Your post gave me great relief, thank you.
This is good to know. :o)
Is this the same Robin that works for Dr. Tersigni that I spoke to? :o)
Topic: RE: discouraged
Don't worry about the larger size band. Most patient love the larger band. The larger band hold more fluid so the adjustments are more precise. Dr. Tersigni usually puts 4cc in on the first adjustment and then adds 3cc at the next and so on. Most companies in the US only make 10cc and larger bands now. Hope this helps!
Love,
Robin
Love,
Robin
Topic: RE: i think i want this surgery and need advice or help
Hi, just an FYI to OHSU - they no longer do DS either. I just went to the info session last Monday and they announced it. Hope this helps.
Topic: It's been a long time
Hi Joy,
It's been such a long time! We have finally completed our home out here in Coos Bay.
It has taken two years to get the home ready to move into. We moved in November 20th 2008. We are still knee deep in boxes.
Our son just got a new job in Vancouver WA - so we should be visiting the Portland area occasionally. Maybe we can meet for coffee?
It would be so much fun to catch up.
The weight has been staying fairly stable at around 138. I would like to get back down to the 120's - but maybe that's an unreasonable goal. I've been grazing which can sabotage the pouch.
How are you doing? How are the rest of the breakfast group?
Keep in touch.
Lara
It's been such a long time! We have finally completed our home out here in Coos Bay.
It has taken two years to get the home ready to move into. We moved in November 20th 2008. We are still knee deep in boxes. Our son just got a new job in Vancouver WA - so we should be visiting the Portland area occasionally. Maybe we can meet for coffee?
It would be so much fun to catch up.The weight has been staying fairly stable at around 138. I would like to get back down to the 120's - but maybe that's an unreasonable goal. I've been grazing which can sabotage the pouch.
How are you doing? How are the rest of the breakfast group?
Keep in touch.
Lara
Topic: RE: discouraged
I'm seeing Bay Bariatrics in Coos Bay next month for my lapband so now I'm worried - do I need to ask for a smaller band? I didn't even realize until reading your post about different sized bands.
Wouldn't it be better to have a band that can hold up to 14 ccs than only 6 tho? It may take more time to get there but at least you have more opportunity to get a higher restriction in the long run if you so need it?
Wouldn't it be better to have a band that can hold up to 14 ccs than only 6 tho? It may take more time to get there but at least you have more opportunity to get a higher restriction in the long run if you so need it?
Topic: RE: plastic surgeon with GREAT reputation
I had to have a major breast reduction back in 2004 and later a revision surgery done and researched it and prospective surgeons prior to the surgery and was fortunate enough to find Dr. Michael Bohley (through a referral from a prior patient actually).
He is the most fantastic doctor, takes great, great pride in his work and his bedside manner is incredible. Very sweet, very patient and incredibly warm man. He explained everything clearly to me, his staff were exceptional and my entire experience was immensely positive.
And best of all, four years down the track, I can barely see my scars. Love, Love love this doctor and couldn't recommend him more highly.
Michael F. Bohley, M.D.
10201 SE Main Street, Suite 20
Portland, OR 97216-2937
Phone: (503) 253-3458
http://www.drbohley.com/contact.htm
He is the most fantastic doctor, takes great, great pride in his work and his bedside manner is incredible. Very sweet, very patient and incredibly warm man. He explained everything clearly to me, his staff were exceptional and my entire experience was immensely positive.
And best of all, four years down the track, I can barely see my scars. Love, Love love this doctor and couldn't recommend him more highly.
Michael F. Bohley, M.D.
10201 SE Main Street, Suite 20
Portland, OR 97216-2937
Phone: (503) 253-3458
http://www.drbohley.com/contact.htm
Topic: RE: 1 year out and almost 100 pounds down!
What a kind comment, thank you so much! I didn't feel beautiful, inside or out at my heavy weight but I really appreciate your kindness. I saw your before and after photo, and you look like a totally different person...I'll bet you feel like a totally different person too! You are beautiful!! You have such a healthy "glow" in your after picture too!
Thanks for all your advice and reassurance. You are right, being down 100 pounds is truly a great thing already, I think that I am just scared that I will regress if I am not consistently losing, and with such a long plateau I think I was even more freaked out. I will go back to the basics and see if it doesn't help to push me along. Thank you for reminding me that this is all a process and that I need to keep all the right "basics" in mind (as I know I have slacked which hasn't helped any). I am also glad to know that you did not "dump" but were still successful in your weightloss goal. I have so badly wished that I was a "dumper" because I have the type of personality that needs strong "kicks in the butt" sometimes and I just knew that "dumping" would definitely do that for me....but, no luck....no dump!!
Thanks again, Patty for your help, I appreciate it so much!
~Katherine
Thanks for all your advice and reassurance. You are right, being down 100 pounds is truly a great thing already, I think that I am just scared that I will regress if I am not consistently losing, and with such a long plateau I think I was even more freaked out. I will go back to the basics and see if it doesn't help to push me along. Thank you for reminding me that this is all a process and that I need to keep all the right "basics" in mind (as I know I have slacked which hasn't helped any). I am also glad to know that you did not "dump" but were still successful in your weightloss goal. I have so badly wished that I was a "dumper" because I have the type of personality that needs strong "kicks in the butt" sometimes and I just knew that "dumping" would definitely do that for me....but, no luck....no dump!!
Thanks again, Patty for your help, I appreciate it so much!
~Katherine
Topic: RE: 1 year out and almost 100 pounds down!
Hi Linda,
Thanks for the advice. I am so relieved to know that I am not the only who has experienced a very long plateau! I will just keep plugging away then and hope that my body will adjust soon and allow me to get back on a losing streak. I am really curious about what kinds of things you are eating this far out now. Would you be willing to share with me what a typical day of eating is like for you...types of foods and amounts. If it is too much trouble, don't worry about it. I was just curious. I really appreciate your reply and advice, thanks so much!
~katherine
P.S.. you look wonderful! Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the advice. I am so relieved to know that I am not the only who has experienced a very long plateau! I will just keep plugging away then and hope that my body will adjust soon and allow me to get back on a losing streak. I am really curious about what kinds of things you are eating this far out now. Would you be willing to share with me what a typical day of eating is like for you...types of foods and amounts. If it is too much trouble, don't worry about it. I was just curious. I really appreciate your reply and advice, thanks so much!
~katherine
P.S.. you look wonderful! Keep up the great work!
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