Lorie S.
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L. Brown 22 years ago
Lorie, I can't speak for anyone else, but the reason I had RNY instead of gastroplasty or any of the other surgeries that can be done for weight loss is this: RNY has been the "gold standard" in weight loss surgeries for a few years now. I read long and hard on all the different variations on WLS, and it comes down to this, with RNY, you have two different modes of a "tool" to work with. You have the smaller stomach which will not allow you to overeat anymore (at one time) and you also have the malabsorption factor of the bypassing of part of your intestines. Yes, you can get around the smaller stomach if you wanted to by eating more frequent, fatty, calorie laden meals, but you can't get around the malabsorption. Whichever way you decide to go, make sure that you really have read up on the different procedures, you have a clear understanding of how they work and what side effects you might have to live with afterward (for example, with RNY you have to take vitamin and iron supplements faithfully for the rest of your life, and you just may need B-12 injections too, depending on your bloodwork) and then make a really informed decision based on your studies. Also, realize that any of these surgeries will only work as well as you let them, you are still in control of what you put in your mouth and adopting good eating and exercise habits. Good luck to you.
qkarinb 22 years, 1 month ago
Lorie, I hope you're doing well following your WLS and that you're healing nicely. You're in my thoughts. "He who has health has hope; and he who has hope has everything." - Arabian Proverb
TexFlutterby 22 years, 1 month ago
Lorie~~~Here's to you for taking the best steps you can to a super new & healthy life. {"I HAVE HEARD YOUR PRAYERS, I HAVE SEEN YOUR TEARS. SURELY, I WILL HEAL YOU." 2 KINGS 20:5} I pray our Lord and His angels be with you as you go through your surgery and recovery. May our Lord be with your surgeon and his staff, guiding their hands and minds during your surgery and recovery. {JESUS SAID, "I AM HERE. DON'T BE AFRAID." JOHN 6:20} Congratulations on your upcoming weight loss! :o) "Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Every day you're alive is a special occasion." I will be joining you on the "losing side" this fall. {"I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST, WHO STRENGTHENS ME." PHILIPPIANS 4:13} Prayers & Best Wishes, Janie
Stephanie S. 22 years, 1 month ago
Howdy, fellow Texan!! Today is the day! I'm so thrilled for you! Peace be with you!
Karen N. 22 years, 1 month ago
Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation! You'll do great with this life-saving tool!
Click 22 years, 1 month ago
Lorie, Enjoy this your last weekend before surgery! We share the same surgery date! :-) I will be sharing your time with you as you do those last details to prepare. I'm so excited for us both! Best wishes for a successful and uncomplicated surgery! Know that I will be mentally walking laps with you. :-) Big hugs, Sharon
piperkc 22 years, 1 month ago
Hi Lorie "Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, any one can start from now and make a brand new ending." "I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a fresh try, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning." ~ J.B. Priestly "Each of us has an inner dream that we can unfold if we will just have the courage to admit what it is. And the faith to trust our own admission. The admitting is often very difficult." ~ Julia Cameron "The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong. That block of granite is often nothing more than a decision." ~ Thomas Carlyle "Being yourself is not remaining what you were, or being satisfied with what you are. It is the point of departure." ~ Sydney Harris "Risk! Risk anything! Care no more for the opinion of others, for those voices. Do the hardest thing on earth for you. Act for yourself. Face the truth." ~ Katherine Mansfield "I am convinced that attitude is the key to success or failure in almost any of life's endeavors. Your attitude - your perspective, your outlook, how you feel about yourself, how you feel about other people - determines your priorities, your actions, your values. Your attitude determines how you interact with other people and how you interact with yourself." ~ Carolyn Warner "Happiness lies for those who cry, those who hurt, those who have searched, and those who tried, for only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives." ~ Author Unknown "It's never too late to be what you might have been." ~ George Eliot "For every beauty there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth there is an ear somewhere to hear it. For every love there is a heart somewhere to receive it." ~ Author Unknown May you always have an Angel by your side. Watching out for you in all the things you do. Reminding you to keep believing in brighter days. Have a safe journey to the other side and a speedy recovery Angela in Canada Post-op 416 BMI 65.2 -63lbs Dr Michael Grace Open RNY Life began May 16, 2002 I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears. Surely..I will heal you." 2 Kings 20:5
kylakae 22 years, 2 months ago
Lorie, congratulations on your upcoming surgery. May peace and love surround you on your journey and carry you along safely. Remember to drink your water, take your vitamins, walk daily and most importantly, be gentle with yourself along the way. Lastly, don't forget to stop by occasionally and update your profile. As you know, our profiles provide a lifeline to others embarking on this journey. You never know who you might inspire!
myunicorn48 22 years, 2 months ago
Wishing you a successful surgery and a speedy, uneventful recovery. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless...