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03-09-2008, 03:20 AM
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| Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dorset, UK
Posts: 5
Weight Statistics 02/03/2008 Start Date:
17/03/2008 Surgery Date:
5' 7" Height: 367 lb Start Weight:
319 lb Current Weight:
154 lb Goal Weight:
48 lb Weight Loss:
165 lb Lb Left to Lose:
13.0790190736 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 57.4740476721 BMI Start:
49.9570060147 BMI Current:
24.1171753174 BMI Goal:
|  New to this! Hello Everyone I have never posted anything on these websites before, but I am due to have my gastric bypass surgery 17 march 2008 and I am halfway through my liquid pre-op diet. It is soon becoming clear that no one understands how difficult this is, although everyone is trying their best. I am SO HUNGRY!! and REALLY GRUMPY!! especially as I have lost weight in this last week (probably because I'm NOT EATING!) and everyone keeps saying - 'oh why can't you just do this and not have surgery?' - AAGGRRHH! I am scared about the surgery but know I have to do it to get my life back. Any encouraging comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks everyone. PS I'm not normally so grumpy - honestly!!
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03-09-2008, 03:43 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Posts: 3,615
Weight Statistics July 21, 2007 Start Date:
August 6, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 2" Height: 287 lb Start Weight:
172 lb Current Weight:
140 lb Goal Weight:
115 lb Weight Loss:
32 lb Lb Left to Lose:
40.0696864111 % % Lost:
January 1, 2009 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 52.4872528616 BMI Start:
31.4557752341 BMI Current:
25.6035379813 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass    |  LOl...been exactly where you are! It really does get easier! And will be so worth it in the end. You are doing this for you and your surgeon so that you can have a safe speedy recovery. I didnt think that I was going to make it when I did my liquid diet either. I had everyone here encouraging me every single day. This site quickly became my BEST FRIEND! Oh yeah, welcome to your new HOME! You have definately come to the right place for support and friendship! It is all family here!! |
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03-09-2008, 03:50 AM
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| WLS Guru  Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New Zealand
Posts: 451
Blog Entries: 2 Weight Statistics 10/27/07 Start Date:
11 March 08 Surgery Date:
5' 3" Height: 239 lb Start Weight:
161 lb Current Weight:
140 lb Goal Weight:
78 lb Weight Loss:
21 lb Lb Left to Lose:
32.6359832636 % % Lost:
12/25/08 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 42.3323255228 BMI Start:
28.5167548501 BMI Current:
24.7971781305 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome!! I have mine this tuesday (11th) so have been doing the pre-op diet also. I have been getting the same comments! I just tell them that being on the vlcd is definitley not sustainable, and that if they havent worked (and been maintained successfully) in the past, what makes them think it will work now? lol just carry on with what you have to do. I have felt grumpy, starving, headachy, happy, sad (for no reason, just getting teary eyed) lol, its great! I know that it is going to be all worth it. Stay strong! 
__________________ Leelee  Your Attitude determines Your Altitude   239lbs - lost 22lbs pre-op= 218lbs day of surgery.   |
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03-09-2008, 06:48 AM
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| Super Moderator  | Welcome to the board, thank you for joining us. Congratulations on your date. The roller coaster emotional ride is quite normal, you're about to embark on the greatest adventure of your life. (((((((HUGS))))))) May your journey go well.
__________________ "In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun."   Just a li'le bit 'bout myself  |
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03-09-2008, 07:48 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Hudson Falls, NY
Posts: 1,761
Weight Statistics 12-19-07 Start Date:
1-29-08 Surgery Date:
5' 3" Height: 286 lb Start Weight:
186 lb Current Weight:
150 lb Goal Weight:
100 lb Weight Loss:
36 lb Lb Left to Lose:
34.965034965 % % Lost:
eventually Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 50.6570924666 BMI Start:
32.9448223734 BMI Current:
26.5684051398 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome!!! And enjoy the ride... wls is definitely a roller coeaster ride with MANY ups and downs!!!!! You've found a great coping mechanism in this website... and lots of support! I heard that same comment over and over. People just don't understand and they never will. You're doing great. All your feelings, emotions and experiences are all very normal and you'll get through it like we all did. Good Luck!
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03-09-2008, 07:51 AM
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| WLS Master Guru  Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: fort wayne ,ind.
Posts: 675
Blog Entries: 1 Weight Statistics 9-25-07 Start Date:
9-25-07 Surgery Date:
5' 6" Height: 344 lb Start Weight:
225 lb Current Weight:
160 lb Goal Weight:
119 lb Weight Loss:
65 lb Lb Left to Lose:
34.5930232558 % % Lost:
1-09 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 55.5169880624 BMI Start:
36.3119834711 BMI Current:
25.8218549128 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Hi welcome to the journey of a lifetime! you will be very happy soon but things will be tough. You just found the best site out there to help you thru. don't be afraid to say or ask anything,its all here.This place is filled with alot of love and support. Again welcome aboard!
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03-09-2008, 09:35 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mount Vernon, NY
Posts: 7,290
Weight Statistics 4/1/07 Start Date:
4/19/07 Surgery Date:
5' 9" Height: 258 lb Start Weight:
146 lb Current Weight:
165 lb Goal Weight:
112 lb Weight Loss:
-19 lb Lb Left to Lose:
43.4108527132 % % Lost:
04/19/2008 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 38.0957781979 BMI Start:
21.5580760344 BMI Current:
24.36357908 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass  | welcome!! this is a great place to find support and encouragement. when you get frazzled come on here a read about all of our experiences. doc has some GREAT articles posted as well. you will make it. COME YOU CAN DO IT!!! sip that stuff take some deep breaths and keep on keepin' on. oh and feel free to vent here. we all lean on eachother from time to time. again welcome and good luck with your upcoming surgery. keep us posted on your progress!
__________________ Anything worth having is worth working for Kenya R.  Lap RNY 4/19/07     |
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03-09-2008, 09:56 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Tampa, FL
Posts: 1,599
Blog Entries: 8 Weight Statistics July 10, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 6" Height: 271 lb Start Weight:
151 lb Current Weight:
145 lb Goal Weight:
120 lb Weight Loss:
6 lb Lb Left to Lose:
44.2804428044 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 43.7357667585 BMI Start:
24.3693755739 BMI Current:
23.4010560147 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome! Glad you found us ~ I didnt have to do the pre-op liquid diet but I can only imagine how tough it must be!! Post op will probably be easier with a tiny pouch you wont feel so hungry. This is a huge adjustment, truly a journey ~ glad you're joining us for the ride!
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03-09-2008, 10:12 AM
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| WLS Mentor  Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: upstate ny
Posts: 1,169
Weight Statistics 1/10/08, the final endeavor, I WILL SUCCEED!!! Start Date:
3/12/08 Surgery Date:
5' 3" Height: 298 lb Start Weight:
202 lb Current Weight:
140 lb Goal Weight:
96 lb Weight Loss:
62 lb Lb Left to Lose:
32.2147651007 % % Lost:
7/09 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 52.7825648778 BMI Start:
35.7787855883 BMI Current:
24.7971781305 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome Aboard Nora!!!!! You Truly Have Found A Wonderful Support Group!!! I Have Been On This Medifast Diet For Almost 8 Weeks Now, & Yes, I've Gotten These Ridiculous Comments As Well.. You Know What Is Best For You, So To Those People, I Say "could You Live On Protein Shakes For The Rest Of Your Life???" That Gives Them A Little Wake Up Call.. My Surgery Is Coming Up On Wednesday & I'm Beginning To Have Emotional Changes. I Guess I Thought My Excitment Would Somehow Over Rule My Nerves?????? Anyhow, Good Luck With The Shake, Add Some Different Extracts... I Like Mint To The Chocolate, Raspberry & Pumpkin Spice To The Vanialla. I Also Use More Water So Its Diluted & Its Adds To The Amount Of H20 We Need As Well. Good Luck, I Hope I Was Of Some Help For You.. Lol, |
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03-09-2008, 02:53 PM
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| Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dorset, UK
Posts: 5
Weight Statistics 02/03/2008 Start Date:
17/03/2008 Surgery Date:
5' 7" Height: 367 lb Start Weight:
319 lb Current Weight:
154 lb Goal Weight:
48 lb Weight Loss:
165 lb Lb Left to Lose:
13.0790190736 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 57.4740476721 BMI Start:
49.9570060147 BMI Current:
24.1171753174 BMI Goal:
|  Thanks Everyone Hello Everyone Thanks so much for taking the time to post a reply. I can't tell you how lovely it was logging on to the site and reading all your encouraging words of support. Yes, I am glad I found you all!! I think I will be needing you in the months to come. Good luck kiwi-leelee77 with your op on tuesday hope you aren't too nervous. At least I am on countdown now 7 days to go - this time next week I will be packing my hospital bag!! I will be glad when it is over.
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