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  • Congratulations! I'm glad everything is going well for you! I had the RNY and it went smoothly too. I'm four days out and having my worst day today. No pain, but nausea, headache, and general icky feeling. I've had trouble getting my water and protein in... my little pouch just gets too full. I've lost 7 pounds since my…
    in Done Deal Comment by PapaJames August 2014
  • I've been on the clear liquid diet for two weeks. My surgery is August 19, just a few days away. Some days go better than others, but all in all it got "easier" after a few days. Fortunately, my doc authorized a Lean Cuisine if I need it. After having four hypoglycemic episodes, I decided I need it! I wear an insulin pump…
    in Surgery Set 8/21 - High Protein Liquid Diet Comment by PapaJames August 2014
  • I didn't try to keep it a secret, but initially only told my wife and daughters. Along the way, I dropped hints to my siblings and close friends. Finally, when I got my surgery date, I did a Facebook post. I asked that everyone accept my decision and that I don't expect any special treatment, and if I eat only baby-sized…
    in How did you tell everyone about the surgery? Comment by PapaJames August 2014
  • HOLY MOLEY! What a looker! You look great... keep up the good work!
    in I have reached my (first big) goal! *PIC* Comment by PapaJames July 2012
  • Wow! Thanks to all for the wonderful responses! You've ALL made my day!
    in Today is the day... Comment by PapaJames June 2012
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