one week post

Hi guys, just an update. I had surgery on the 6th of Jan. and I am doing great. Tomorrow I start my blender food. That will be a lot better than jello.pudding,broth, etc. I have been so lucky with my surgery. God has really answered my prayers. I no longer take my diabete med nor do I take my blood pressure med. Both have returned to normal or near normal since surgery. Also I have not once been sick from this surgery either. I have followed the doctors orders to a T. The only problem I have is that I become tired very fast. I am trying to do a little more each day to regain my strength. At age 58, I feel like I have started a new life. I do not know how much weight I have lost yet. My scales don't work. My follow up appt with my Dr. isn't until next Fri. thanks again for all your support. You guys are great. Becky

Hi Becky, congrads for having such an easy time from surgery. Can't wait to hear about your first weigh-in.`Hugs, Kathy

Becky we are so blessed because we did not have any problems following surgery. I too am off all meds since my surgery on 12/7/04. I don't want anything to go wrong so I have followed my MD's instructions to a T also. I have lost 30 lbs thus far. I start back at the gym next week. I also take water erobics. (sp) I also feel that I am starting over because I am 58 also. Just take it easy. Your strength will come back by the 4th week. I just started back to work this week. I am a little tired but I have some really good vitimans. Keep up the good work and take care of yourself for we have great things to do with our live here on the down side. Lynettee

Hi Becky. I'm your neighbor down the road in Maryville. I am hoping to get off of my diabetic and blood pressure medicines. Also I have been a little concerned about my age. I am also 58. I am hoping to have my surgery in March or April. I am so happy you have done so well. Keep us updated.