Sandy S.
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
My Preopt visit- WHAT A DAY! - Today was a comedy of errors, but I made it. First, I was sent to the wrong address for my upper GI. Then I was told I needed to be fasting for the Upper GI. I had called the ...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Preopt Visit- less than one week to go - Today was a comedy of errors, but I made it. First, I was sent to the wrong address for my upper GI. Then I was told I needed to be fasting. I had called the surgeon's nurse t...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
On the 3rd Day of the Preopt Diet - Not great, but stepping on the scales is worth it. Down another 4 pounds.So, I have lost a total of 45 pounds. I think I'll make my goal - 50 down prior to surgery. Yeah!
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Wow another day of All liquids - Not great, but stepping on the scales is worth it. Down another 4 pounds.So, I have lost a total of 45 pounds. I think I'll make my goal - 50 down prior to surgery. Yeah!
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Overnight wonder! Day After starting preopt diet - Started preopt diet yesterday. It was fine until I went to bed; I could not sleep. I tried a strawberry pudding thing that was awful and only had like 4 gram of protein. Finally...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
2nd day of all preopt diet - Wow this is cleaning out my system-the best part is my new scales are good to me; i dropped 5 pounds overnight. i kid you not. weighted last night and this morning. granted i r...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Down 36 lbs. - Just got the new scales and I am down another 4 pounds. Kinda happy, but was hoping for more. Plan to weigh in the morning to see if it makes a difference. On the brighter side,...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
My Mantra: "Step by Step" by Sweet Honey and the - Step by Step
Step by ttep the longest march can be won, can be won.
Many stones to form an arch, singly none, single none.
And by union what will, can be accomplished still.
Dr...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Started All liquid diet today - I have been dabbling with some swapping of meals for protein shakes for a couple of weeks, but I have always had a lean dinner in the evening, so tonight may be my 1st challenge. ...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
Scale drama - Well, I finally got the courage to order scales to track my losses. ( I have not had scales in my house for years because I was afraid of the numbers. It has been a long journey t...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
Overwhelmed with all the protien powers, liquids a - Any recommendations on protein supplements? I bought several individual powder packets and a couple of shots at the health food store yesterday, but I can't afford to buy those hu...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
Starting Liquid diet Friday- Is Adkins ok for pre - I start my liquid diet Friday, but I have been swapping 1-2 meals for a shake, now. I have been drinking the Adkins premixed protein shakes. The info from my doctor says to stay ...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
Down 32 lbs. - 3 weeks and counting to surgery. Lost 10 lbs in about a month. Wanted to be down 50 by surgery but I am pretty happy that I am down and not up. I hope to lose another 10+ on the...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
cravings bad - I have been really cutting out the carbs. I am trying hard to get my weight down before surgery on 6-11-11, but I am craving bread all the time. So far I have just sucked it up ...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 10 months ago
Need scales for 400+ - Does anyone know where i can get basic scales for 400+?
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 14 years, 10 months ago
countdown to sleeve day 28 days left - I had a few bad days worrying about the details. I have been reading a lot about the sleeve procedure and chatting on the message board. Thanks to all those who have offered supp...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 11 months ago
support needed - I am about a month away from my surgury day. I have made it this far on my own. I have been doing a lot of reading and I am realizing I have no support system in place and I need ...
Sandy S. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 11 months ago
Surgury set for 6-13-11 and scared help! - I am scheduled for the sleeve on 6-13-11. I realize I have lots of questions and no one to ask, so here I am. How is the initial recovery? How long before you feel healled from t...
Sandy S. wrote a blog post 15 years, 2 months ago
Approved for surgury- yeah! - I was approved without any problem. I can't believed afte hearing others' stories, I did not have to jump through more hoops. Now, I just need to loose 50 pounds befoe June 13th. ...
