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3 and a half months...random thoughts
Well here I am 3 and half months after being sleeved...Im down 80 lbs and do not regret a thing. Just got done with a month stall, which right or wrong actually made me stay away from this site and my scale...but I did stick with the program. I just couldnt take the disappointment of the scale. I wish I would have taken…
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Im back!
Just wanted to say to all my fellow VSGrs, I've been out camping with my boys for 4 days and another at a friends wedding...all at a location without cell service or gasp...internet. It was a much needed break from my daily life but boy I sure missed you guys. I have to say without logging my food I felt a bit naked in the…
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Three weeks out tomorrow....
I cant believe its almost been three weeks since my surgery..just thought Id leave some thoughts as my postings have slowed down. I was lucky and had zero complications after surgery, I quit pain meds the day after. Drinking water and getting protein in has been a chore...and I love that I am thinking of eating as a chore.…
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Day 6
Got out yesterday ....I have to say my biggest surprise was my lack of mental clarity, I really had to focus while driving and then again going through the grocery store..effects of the low cal? Did do more yesterday and took two naps. I have slept more since my surgery than in the last couple of months! Feeling even…
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Morning All, my day five.
What an adventure so far, but this morning I almost feel normal....knock on wood. Did you read the refried bean post, even though its a serious topic it made me chuckle this morning. It just amazes me what the last 4 days since surgery day have held. From hey this isnt so bad .....to OMG what did I do.Thank to all to have…
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Three days after....
Well I kicked the pain med to the curb last night and actually got some sleep. My intestines also woke up...sounded like adding water to a high rise building with all the gurgling. I havent been able to reach my calories but have been staying hydrated. I think today is as tired as I have felt...is this normal?
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Surgery tomorrow morning.
Driving to Seattle right now for early morning check in. ..so excited for this but boy my nerves sure are kicking in. Thanks all for posting lets me feel so much more at peace and a lot more prepared for my big life change...maybe big is the wrong word :)
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Surgery May 1
Thanks for posting, Ive picked up a lot of info from all of your post. My doctor just has me on a low carb <40 grams a day until the day before surgery...seems the majority of you are on liquids diet for 2 weeks prior? I am so excited...and a little nervous for the big day. Ive taken off three weeks from work...should that…
