It is amazing to see that out of 6 patients we have lost almost 400lbs...WOOHOO we are doing great.!   Congratutions to each of you on your loss.   Remember.chew chew chew chew chew, eat slowly, drink, drink , drink, small bites,utinsils down between bites.   Healthy choice and portion control when eating out!

Hang in there we are looking forward to new non scale victories un August!

  What an awesome month we have had as a group!  Three new post-op patients added to the group and I hear they have great non scale victories to share.   Our next meeting will be at 7 pm on Tuesday, July 29th.  Remember that this is a change from our normal schedule due to a scheduling conflict with the bank.   Starting August we will be back to meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of the month!   Remember, we welcome both pre-op and post-op patients and their support person(s).   Don't forget to check out our group site www.obesityhelp.com/group/UpToMe/ We are continually updating it with pictures, links, recipes and celebrations!  Additionally, we would love for you to provide us with your surgeon's site so we can add them to our list for others who are considering surgery.  The site also has a calendar page for upcoming events.   That is where we post our group meetings and any other events that are coming to our area.   Feel free to contact either of us if you have any questions or concerns!    Melissa and Ira Sansolo
WLS Support Group Leaders
www.obesityhelp.com
www.obesityhelp.com/group/UpToMe/
www.obesitynomorefl.com

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm at the Coummunity Southern Bank on S Florida Ave in Lakeland.

If it is to be, it is up to me!

 Just wanted to let everyone know that mom's  ("sheenafrappuccina" in this group) surgery went well yesterday!!  She didn't even look like she had surgery to be quite honest - her makeup and hair looked untouched - and most importantly, she was in good spirits.  I asked her what her pain level was and she said it was about a 2 (from 1-10).  Also, before dad left last night, he said she told the nurses she wanted to get up and start moving!!!??
What?? Are you kidding me??  God is GOOD. And I am thankful that we are through yesterday.  The next few weeks may still be a little tough (broth, clear liquids), but I know she can get through it with HIS help.

Did any of you get hungry while on the clear liquids phase??  I don't see how you wouldn't.
Also, are there any other flavors of liquid Tylenol other than cherry?  Have you guys tried the cherry?  Is it bad tasting?

Just to let you know, there are some problems with the new site that are causing the words to merge together.   Yes, Ira and I both have issues with typing at times but it is not usually as bad as this appears!  We have notified OH.