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Topic: TUESDAY GRATEFUL POST
Morning Everyone,
Hope everyone is having a great week. Mine has been alright but not uneventful. I won't go into what has happened but let's just say it has been something else already. LOL This is a post to remind everyone of all the small things in life and the bigger one's too that come our way day in and day out that we should be grateful for. Life is always throwing me curve balls. LOL PLEASE feel free to share with us what you are grateful for today. Today I am so grateful for.......
Waking to a beautiful day and perfect weather so far,
My WLS and all the other choices for surgeries today,
My family and friends,
Health and my life,
For support groups that help us stay on track and get back on track if we need direction,
For my 3 sons, husband and new daughter in law,
For my fur babies,
For my home, car, and all the good things that come my way daily that I seem to take for granted,
For my Faith and answered prayers,
For my husband's job and for me being able to remain a stay at home mom,
For Obesity Help and all the different message boards,
For the upcoming OH Conference in New Orleans, La. Sept 9-10.
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
Hope everyone is having a great week. Mine has been alright but not uneventful. I won't go into what has happened but let's just say it has been something else already. LOL This is a post to remind everyone of all the small things in life and the bigger one's too that come our way day in and day out that we should be grateful for. Life is always throwing me curve balls. LOL PLEASE feel free to share with us what you are grateful for today. Today I am so grateful for.......
Waking to a beautiful day and perfect weather so far,
My WLS and all the other choices for surgeries today,
My family and friends,
Health and my life,
For support groups that help us stay on track and get back on track if we need direction,
For my 3 sons, husband and new daughter in law,
For my fur babies,
For my home, car, and all the good things that come my way daily that I seem to take for granted,
For my Faith and answered prayers,
For my husband's job and for me being able to remain a stay at home mom,
For Obesity Help and all the different message boards,
For the upcoming OH Conference in New Orleans, La. Sept 9-10.
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Topic: MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE FOR TODAY
The jump is so frightening between where I am and where I want to be.
Because of all I may become, I will close my eyes and leap.
- Mary Anne Radmacher
Because of all I may become, I will close my eyes and leap.
- Mary Anne Radmacher
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Topic: Help!!! Extremely frustrated
I had my surgery 8 months ago....and have only lost 35lbs. but I have dropped 4-5 pants sizes.I have had 2 fills and I still don't feel full! And to add to my frustration I have recently begun throwing up almost everytime I eat. Could my band have slipped?
Topic: RE: Got a Date
Hi Kim,
Wow, scars huh? The Asst. Surgeon advise me of the 4. Two on each side. I will surley ask about the Mederma before I go buy some because I do scar easily. Thank for the heads up!
Wow, scars huh? The Asst. Surgeon advise me of the 4. Two on each side. I will surley ask about the Mederma before I go buy some because I do scar easily. Thank for the heads up!
Topic: RE: Got a Date
Thks Tom,
Yesss! I can't wait for join you all ion the Losers bench in the Winners Circle!
Yesss! I can't wait for join you all ion the Losers bench in the Winners Circle!
Topic: RE: Got a Date
Hi Amy,
I have to undergo a clear liquid diet for 5 days. 3 protien shakes and broth.. Thank you for all the well wishes. I will keep you all posted.
I have to undergo a clear liquid diet for 5 days. 3 protien shakes and broth.. Thank you for all the well wishes. I will keep you all posted.
Topic: Questions about Realize Band
I am approved for surgery on the 24th of May and today I found out my surgeon no longer uses the allergan band and I am kind of bummed. I always thought the Realize band was less restrictive and harder to get to that sweet spot. I haven't done much research on it because I thought I was getting the allergan band. I just wanted some feedback from those of you who have the realize band. How is it working for you? Do you wish you would've gotten the allergan? Do you feel restriction? How long did it take to feel restricted? Help!
Topic: RE: New to the forum...thanks
I have heard that book is great! Now I just have to find it! Welcome to OH Realize Band Forum. I had my surgery on 2/28/11.
Topic: RE: Ouch Ouch Ouch!
Thanks. I did end up calling my surgeon. I spoke with his PA and told her what was happening. She said she would speak to him and call me back.
I just got her call back, and she said my doc said some of what I was describing was normal and to be expected with the band (I sure hope I don't have to expect this forever!?) He said that he felt I would be OK to wait until June 3rd, when he comes up, to see him -- but he said if the pain becomes more severe and unbearable or if it becomes constant, that I should call and he will make me an emergency appointment and see me sooner.
I will keep you updated to the results once I see the doc.
I just got her call back, and she said my doc said some of what I was describing was normal and to be expected with the band (I sure hope I don't have to expect this forever!?) He said that he felt I would be OK to wait until June 3rd, when he comes up, to see him -- but he said if the pain becomes more severe and unbearable or if it becomes constant, that I should call and he will make me an emergency appointment and see me sooner.
I will keep you updated to the results once I see the doc.