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Laura M. 22 years, 6 months ago
Kimberly ~*~ To live your life in your own way ~ To reach the goals you've set for yourself ~ To be the person you want to be ~ That is success ~ Author Unknown ~*~ Congratulations on making the journey of a lifetime. May God keep you safe in his arms during your upcoming surgery and throughout your recovery. God Bless...
Karen N. 22 years, 6 months 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!
Shelby F. 22 years, 7 months ago
Hi Kim, remember when you were a child? If you went to Sunday school they taught you that 1 special psalm ??? THe Lord Is My Shepard? He maketh me to lie down, he restorth my soul....Soon you will be lieing down for surgery, you will intrust your life into Gods hands and all the surgeons and doctors involved in your care.As you awaken from surgery; you will start your new life, You have been cleaned up, given a second chance to make things right in your life . To change all the things that have made you so unhappy, you are on a new wonderfull journey :a journey that will alter the rest of your life. Take God with you every where you go ! God Bless... Shelbyofok
Cathy W. 22 years, 7 months ago
I wanted to wish you well with your upcoming surgery. I hope that all goes well and that you are up and out and about real soon. I'll bet you are are doing a happy dance accompanied by a bundle of unwanted "NERVES", but don't worry be HAPPY! You are in my thoughts and prayers. Good Luck!
Shelby F. 22 years, 8 months ago
Hi Kim, I went to my first meeting with Doc G's staff the last week of July. I was my understanding he had the items you were talking about. But I do know that if you contact the nurse that was assigned to you she will be able to answer that;with a firm yes or no.I concidered that technique. But after talking with Doc.G; opted for the open do to very high cholestrol levels which affect the gallblader. So I will bid that body part goodbye. Oh! it's best to contact for nurse by her e-mail. I've used that and they answer back fast.Take care,"You will be in my prayers and thoughts" Shelbyofok
LAR 22 years, 8 months ago
Kimberly, an angel is someone who volunteers to be a constant support to you through your journey. They give you an extra boost. On surgery day, if close, they come and visit, brining you a printed out card from OH.com, and will update us on how you are doing. Someone to talk to, to ask questions, to vent to. They are your angel!
Wanda W. 22 years, 8 months ago
Hang in there Kimberly. I just had my surgery with Dr. Matt Bosquez, Tulsa. I had it July 17 and am 3 wks. post op. I am past the liquids and on soft foods at present. I am doing fine and following the instructions of my surgeon exactly. Just do as your doctor tells you and you will be OK. Good luck.
Laura S. 22 years, 8 months ago
Hi Kimberly! Depending on your BMI, it might even happen before 6 mos! People with higher BMI's tend to lose the weight faster than those whose BMI's are lower, say in the 40-50 range. But it's not necessarily easy. I'm coming up to my 7 mo. post-op, have been stuck on my first plateau for the past 3.5 wks (this being my first plateau is EXTREMELY rare), but at 6 mos, I was already down 112 lbs, starting at 300 with a BMI of 49.9. I take that back. Those are my highs. On the day of my surgery, I was 289. Can't remember my BMI. Still, at 6 mos, down 101. But please read my profile, let me say I worked hard for that loss. It is possible. Anything is possible after WLS! Best wishes to you on your weight loss journey!
Naes Wls J. 22 years, 8 months ago
OOPS SORRY ABOUT MY EARLIER POST.IT SHOULD OF SAID...I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all. (unknown author) FROM MY HEART TO YOU~*~Hugs~*~