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I Finally Have my Surgery Date and NOW I'm Getting Nervous...shut the Front Door
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I posted a couple of weeks ago, things are getting...
TeoyAugust 3, 2015
I posted a couple of weeks ago, things are getting close and I'm just waiting for my date. Now I have it, I've read more than I care to mention, watched more videos than I can count and yet today I have a pre-op class and I'm nervous. I'm embarrassed to tell my family and friends I'm doing this because I was the one in control and helping everyone else keep it together. They've all noticed my increased weight gain and my lack of everything in the past year. Why does making this much needed decision somehow says I was defeated by my own lifestyle?
My ex-husband and I are still family, so he's my coach. A personal trainer and nutrition specialist, yet he's watched my struggle for years and is in complete support of something he would have otherwise denounced. I know this is the best thing for me and I understand my quality of life will improve drastically. For that I am excited, but the emotional BS is there today (what about sagging breast, pouch arms). Anyway, so glad I found this group.
Height 5'3"
SW - 230 (heaviest I've even been even pregnant)
Surgery Date -8/27/15
My ex-husband and I are still family, so he's my coach. A personal trainer and nutrition specialist, yet he's watched my struggle for years and is in complete support of something he would have otherwise denounced. I know this is the best thing for me and I understand my quality of life will improve drastically. For that I am excited, but the emotional BS is there today (what about sagging breast, pouch arms). Anyway, so glad I found this group.
Height 5'3"
SW - 230 (heaviest I've even been even pregnant)
Surgery Date -8/27/15
UPDATED FROM Teoy
5 days pre
5 Days til surgery...I had a meltdown today
TeoyAugust 22, 2015
Today I realized I'm less than a week away. I've completely gone to water and a coffee alternative, more protein than I've ever had daily. After 2 weeks of nearly 80 ozs of water daily and walking daily today I have a meltdown. Isopure now gets on my nerves, I almost cried I wanted soda and lemon pepper wings so bad. I craved all things salty and sweet (cycle just ended,so no reason to crave). I drove to the McDonald's drive through then reversed out of the line before ordering and went home. In addition to all my healthy choices, today I ate fritos, M&Ms and a pop tart. It wasn't until I realized I had to actually leave the house to get anymore junk I almost cried. All of a sudden it hit me, I'm nervous again and although I don't think I've ever had an anxiety attack, I think today I was pretty close.
I want to go to the gym, I'm running up and down my stairs, I want to jog and physically almost none of these things are possible (effectively)right now because I'm so out of shape. Also, did I mention the same inner conversations of why did I let it get this far have started again? I'm not sure if this is normal, but I'm reaching out to the group to say HELP! I am a part of a Healthy Living group and all they do is post how they naturally became fit, their determination etc etc. Although their determination and drive is motivating, but it's also very intimidating. Can someone tell me why I'm feeling this way?
Okay, tomorrow is another kitchen sweep of all things not conducive to my health. I will continue my protein and water intake and trust this process. I'm just venting to people I think may understand what I'm going through.
I want to go to the gym, I'm running up and down my stairs, I want to jog and physically almost none of these things are possible (effectively)right now because I'm so out of shape. Also, did I mention the same inner conversations of why did I let it get this far have started again? I'm not sure if this is normal, but I'm reaching out to the group to say HELP! I am a part of a Healthy Living group and all they do is post how they naturally became fit, their determination etc etc. Although their determination and drive is motivating, but it's also very intimidating. Can someone tell me why I'm feeling this way?
Okay, tomorrow is another kitchen sweep of all things not conducive to my health. I will continue my protein and water intake and trust this process. I'm just venting to people I think may understand what I'm going through.
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August 22, 2015
Dont give up girl....stay strong!!! Just 5 days left and you will start a new journey towards your goal. So dont get weak. Keep us updated. My surgery is on Oct. 14th and i know it wont be a peace of cake ..... So just sending you positive energy :-)

August 22, 2015
You are so normal! I also had times where I had to make myself reverse out of a drive thru line. I ate a personal pan pizza and pretzels and felt like a complete basket case about a week before my surgery. My surgery was yesterday and I can barely drink broth at this point. It's really real what you are going through you just gotta try not to completely fall off the rails and get it back under control now. The sleeve will help you once you have it! Keep your head up!

August 23, 2015
Congrats,mi hope you get well soon. And cant wait to see the before and after pics.
August 23, 2015
This too shall pass...you'll be out of that era in a min. You'll be so glad too. Good luck to you.
August 24, 2015
Just keep in mind that this is all worth it. My surgery date is Sept. 1st. I'm supposed to start my pre-op diet on the 26th but I decided to start today. I try not to think about the fact that my life will change in a week. I just take it day by day. Keep your head up, be strong and believe in the blessings that God has waiting for you.
UPDATED FROM Teoy
Day of treatment
I'm going into surgey in 10 mins and I'm still not excited
TeoyAugust 27, 2015
Whew, thanks to my support I'm ok.
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August 27, 2015
OMG, yours was today? How did it go? Let me know how it goes and how you feel. I have my first consultation with my surgeon next Friday, so I am still a little bit out from a surgery date. Best of luck to you!!! Wishing you the best!!


August 27, 2015
What do you mean you are not excited? You didint want to do it?
August 30, 2015
I wanted a tool, the nauseous soreness and unable to drink what I've been drinking two weeks prior is not exciting. I'm getting better but, having never had surgery to this level, the anesthesia did not agree with me. I'm going to go home tomorrow if I can get this last bottle down
August 30, 2015
Teoy
Be patient my dear. I am 6 weeks post op and doing great. I have to say I couldn't drink the same protein drinks I did before surgery. My tastebuds changed. I drink the 32 gm muscle milk and Atkins drinks. Small sips. It took me over an hour to finish one at first. Gas pain was ok for me. I have to say I was angry the first three weeks. I loved it and hated it at the same time. This is your hormones and food addiction out of whack. It does get better. I wished now I would have done this sooner. I am down 35 lbs and loving it. It is a tool for me because I can't overeat . I don't like the feeling I get. Good luck and keep your chin up over the next month. When your on soft foods it will get better..
Be patient my dear. I am 6 weeks post op and doing great. I have to say I couldn't drink the same protein drinks I did before surgery. My tastebuds changed. I drink the 32 gm muscle milk and Atkins drinks. Small sips. It took me over an hour to finish one at first. Gas pain was ok for me. I have to say I was angry the first three weeks. I loved it and hated it at the same time. This is your hormones and food addiction out of whack. It does get better. I wished now I would have done this sooner. I am down 35 lbs and loving it. It is a tool for me because I can't overeat . I don't like the feeling I get. Good luck and keep your chin up over the next month. When your on soft foods it will get better..

August 28, 2015
we're waiting to hear from u. hope all is well
August 30, 2015
Ouch ouch and ouch is the truth. I'm sure things are getting better. I'm walking just fine, it's trying to consume the liquid without pain

August 30, 2015
IT'LL GET BETTER SOON. take your time don't rush to do anything. I'll be praying for u.
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