Weight Loss Houston -survivors
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Topic: Are there any support group out there?
Hi all
Does anyone know of any in person support groups
I used to attend them when we were in Oklahoma before hubby retired from the Army.
I live north of Houston and see Dr. Now, so driving isn't an issue.
Thanks
Kim
Topic: Is Anybody Out There?
Hi everyone,
I did a search under groups for Baytown, TX and this came up. It doesn't look like there has been any recent activity although I do see that some new people, such as myself, have joined. I would like to offer any support I can to people on the WLS Journey and specifically people in the Houston/Baytown area!
My name is Kellye and I live in Highlands. I had VBG in 9/97 but my body managed to lose the ring (how did I lose it and where did it go are two questions I get all the time and my answer is I have no clue!). Anyway, I was revised to a proximal RNY by Dr. Carlos Ferrari on 5/22/2000 so I am ALMOST 10 years post-op.
I have hit some major bumps along the way with a nasty, nasty detour into cross addictions which took me down a 3.5 year spiral into Hell and then into recovery. I have been sober since 8/8/04 and am eternally grateful. My weight has crept back up, or at least some of it, and I am determined to beat it back into submission. Still, after 13 years of WLS history I still weigh 90lbs less than my highest weight so I am grateful. My tool still works, but my brain tries to overrule it so I deal with grazing as my biggest downfall. Currently I am 5'8" and sit at 228. I would love to get under 200 again. I know my body would be eternally thankful.
I have also struggled healthwise and my neurologist's office at San Jac Hospital is like my second home. Still, I am so much better than I was in 1997 that if I was told today that I had to have WLS surgery AGAIN to maintain the life I had now or go back to 1997 I would crawl up on that table in a heartbeat!
I really hope people will come out and respond. I would love to catch the enthusiasm of the newly post-op and those in the "honeymoon" phase as well as learn from more seasoned post-ops. I am not referring to double digits as seasoned. I am referring to those who have gotten their weight off and kept it off. Also, those that are struggling I hope will come out and share too. Regardless of our cir****tances or stories we can all learn from one another.
So, I ask the question again. Is anybody out there? I surely do hope so.
Take care,
Kellye
I did a search under groups for Baytown, TX and this came up. It doesn't look like there has been any recent activity although I do see that some new people, such as myself, have joined. I would like to offer any support I can to people on the WLS Journey and specifically people in the Houston/Baytown area!
My name is Kellye and I live in Highlands. I had VBG in 9/97 but my body managed to lose the ring (how did I lose it and where did it go are two questions I get all the time and my answer is I have no clue!). Anyway, I was revised to a proximal RNY by Dr. Carlos Ferrari on 5/22/2000 so I am ALMOST 10 years post-op.
I have hit some major bumps along the way with a nasty, nasty detour into cross addictions which took me down a 3.5 year spiral into Hell and then into recovery. I have been sober since 8/8/04 and am eternally grateful. My weight has crept back up, or at least some of it, and I am determined to beat it back into submission. Still, after 13 years of WLS history I still weigh 90lbs less than my highest weight so I am grateful. My tool still works, but my brain tries to overrule it so I deal with grazing as my biggest downfall. Currently I am 5'8" and sit at 228. I would love to get under 200 again. I know my body would be eternally thankful.
I have also struggled healthwise and my neurologist's office at San Jac Hospital is like my second home. Still, I am so much better than I was in 1997 that if I was told today that I had to have WLS surgery AGAIN to maintain the life I had now or go back to 1997 I would crawl up on that table in a heartbeat!
I really hope people will come out and respond. I would love to catch the enthusiasm of the newly post-op and those in the "honeymoon" phase as well as learn from more seasoned post-ops. I am not referring to double digits as seasoned. I am referring to those who have gotten their weight off and kept it off. Also, those that are struggling I hope will come out and share too. Regardless of our cir****tances or stories we can all learn from one another.
So, I ask the question again. Is anybody out there? I surely do hope so.
Take care,
Kellye
Topic: RE: Losing Weight
I would like to encourage the both of you to not give up on your goals. I can remember back when I had my Lap Band Surgery 1/31/2008, I felt like I couldn't see any results as quickly as I thought I should. It doesn't happen as fast as the Gastric Bypass Surgery so don't look for it to. The Dr. was right though, you shouldn't intake so much sugary calories. I had alot of sugar free drinks. I too have a 10 cc band and it is now 4 cc in my band after almost 2 years post op. I have lost a total of 138 lbs. I do believe that another thing that is true is that it is all in your head. Be encouraged and if you have any questions you guys can email me at [email protected].
Good luck ladies.
Good luck ladies.
tammydel
on 11/8/09 11:55 pm
on 11/8/09 11:55 pm
Topic: RE: Losing Weight
Yes, the doctor that did my fill explained to me that it was all in my head too.
I'm not sure what to eat either but protein.
thanks
I'm not sure what to eat either but protein.
thanks
Topic: RE: Losing Weight
I had my lapband surgery in Sept. 2009 and the weight loss has been very slow. I am not at all happy with myself. I recently received a treadmill as a birthday gift from my husband so I am hoping for some better results. I felt restriction when I first came out of surgery and they had to remove some of the fluid due to complications with breathing. I have had my 4th fill and it was like pulling a tooth the nurse practioner did not want to give me a fill like it was her decision. I was tolded that if i find myself hungry and able to eat more than 4 ounces of food that i should make my way back for a fill and soon as I get there she starts giving me grief that its all in my head and i need to train my mind. I never was opposed with food to the point of just eating anything not moving . I was just trying to follow protocol. Not sure what to eat most of the time so I find myself very hungry and just doing with out. please help
tammydel
on 10/22/09 1:09 am
on 10/22/09 1:09 am
Topic: Losing Weight
I had my lapband Realize surgery on August 15, 2009 and have not lost NO weight. I had my surgery done out of the states so my support is thin. Anyways I just had my 3rd adjustment yesterday and now I actually fill restriction. My band holds 10cc's instead of 4cc's and my surgeon had told me that it takes several adjustments before it starts to restrict. I have been very, very patience and now I want some RESULTS... I've started doing a journal today. My fill doctor says that I'm eating way to many sugary drinks like tea, etc. but I've had no soda's. He says that is considered calorie-liquid intake. So I am focusing on sugar free or water drinks. I need a support group to be with me in the journey that I have decided to take. My goal is to start exercising & watch the weight come off.
Topic: Houston Get Together
I am hosting a get together this Sunday afternoon -- a great way for us to get to know each other. If you would like to come, all are welcome -- and bring the family too!!!!
Post Date: 3/30/09 8:57 am
I just wanted to say thanks to all the people that make us newbies to the OH boards feel welcome. Just wanted a chance to get to know all of you guys before the conference in May which I am very excited about attending. Thought organizing a dinner would be a perfect opportunity for me to give something back and meet all of you that have inspired me so much throught my journey – hope to meet you ALL Sunday! When: Sunday, April 5th, 2009
Where: Joe’s Crab Shack
2621 South Loop West (610/Main)
Houston, TX77054
Phone: 713-666-2150
Time: 3:00 PM– Late Lunch, Early Dinner
Who: Pre-Ops, Post-Ops, Non-Ops, Kids, and Family/Spouse
Why: To Get To Know ALL TMB Peeps
Dress: Casual Something RED
Menu: http://www.joescrabshack.com/menus.php?LC=CS61
Due to us requiring a reservation if the party is over 15 (and I hope that it is) I will need a head count plus or minus 5 people 3-4 days ahead of time so please RSVP to me and I will keep this thread updated on who all is coming! I hope that there is a big turn out as I would like to organize an outing/dinner or lunch once a month for all of us to get together and have fun – my way of giving back!
A special thanks to Raquel (rocki_tx) for helping me plan and organize our first get together! Hope to see/meet all of you then.
Post Date: 3/30/09 8:57 am
I just wanted to say thanks to all the people that make us newbies to the OH boards feel welcome. Just wanted a chance to get to know all of you guys before the conference in May which I am very excited about attending. Thought organizing a dinner would be a perfect opportunity for me to give something back and meet all of you that have inspired me so much throught my journey – hope to meet you ALL Sunday! When: Sunday, April 5th, 2009
Where: Joe’s Crab Shack
2621 South Loop West (610/Main)
Houston, TX77054
Phone: 713-666-2150
Time: 3:00 PM– Late Lunch, Early Dinner
Who: Pre-Ops, Post-Ops, Non-Ops, Kids, and Family/Spouse
Why: To Get To Know ALL TMB Peeps
Dress: Casual Something RED
Menu: http://www.joescrabshack.com/menus.php?LC=CS61
Due to us requiring a reservation if the party is over 15 (and I hope that it is) I will need a head count plus or minus 5 people 3-4 days ahead of time so please RSVP to me and I will keep this thread updated on who all is coming! I hope that there is a big turn out as I would like to organize an outing/dinner or lunch once a month for all of us to get together and have fun – my way of giving back!
A special thanks to Raquel (rocki_tx) for helping me plan and organize our first get together! Hope to see/meet all of you then.
151lbs lost since surgery. 36lbs pre-surgery !
Total today is = 187lbs lost !!!
Topic: RE: Update?
I was wondering the same thing as there seems to be no activity here. I am in the process of seeing about group leader training. I want something for us Houston folks that will stay active and we can plan outings and stuff like that, I will let you all know what I find out. The Dallas folks are great but I am wanting something more local.
151lbs lost since surgery. 36lbs pre-surgery !
Total today is = 187lbs lost !!!
Topic: RE: Update?
I was starting to wonder the same thing, the Dallas group keeps inviting me to stuff. I am planning on having surgery in a few months and would like the support. I am thinking about starting one in Katy but I don't know if there are enough people. Hope someone responds soon that knows something.
Rhiannon
Rhiannon
Topic: Update?
I've not received any information on when this group meets, no messages, etc. Are you all still meeting regularly?
Thanks!
Thanks!
