Takeya F.
Takeya in 2011
Jan 29, 2011
It has been 6 years since my last post but I felt the need to update people on my post-op progress. This past week I had to have a blood transfusion and an iron I.V. because my body isn't retaining iron so to speak. No matter what I eat that is full of iron, I'm not digesting it like I should. That seems to be the down side of the surgery so far. I have to continue with the iron I.V.'s for about 3 more sessions, I have had 2 so far. I'm not sure if the iron pills are going to work but it's worth a try. I am currently 220 pounds from 315 pounds pre-op after 8 years and 2 months. Not bad. I have had some issues with alcohol though after the 6th year of surgery but it could have something to do with the stresses of divorce as well. I'm seeking help for that and plan on being alive for a long time to come. Be careful, many post-ops cling to something when the weight is gone and they can no longer use food as a crutch. I wasn't aware of that before but I know now. It's great to get rid of the weight but it's no fun to harm yourself with any controlled substance because you're not able to cling to food like you used to.
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Jan 29, 2011
11/26/02
I am a 27 year old mother of 5 and have been scheduled for a RNY surgery. I have been married for almost 9 years and have a wonderful, beautiful relationship with my husband and children. I have been unhappy about my current weight of 315 lbs. for the last 2 years. I have always been a big girl. I am 5'11" and on average before the children I was 240-250 pounds, which in my eyes wasn't all too bad, after all I was 18 years old and everything was still perky and shapely right.?(size 18P). I have an 8 year old daughter, 6 year old twin girls a son 15 months younger than the twins and a 2 year old. My body has been feeling like a pediatrician's office for at least 6 years now. I no longer have the time to work out like I used to because when I'm not doing something with the kids I am too beat for myself. Personally the worst part about being obese is that I don't have the energy that I should have for my family. I often look down on myself for being "lazy" and more than often I find myself depressed because I have dieted more than I can count. The yo-yo effect has been driving me crazy and I need a permanent solution. I have researched hundreds of options and decided to go with the Roux-en-Y surgery. My surgery is set for December 9th, 2002.
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11/30/02
Hello all, I am getting very anxious about my upcoming surgery on December 9th. I figured I'd go ahead and use this site as my weight loss journal. Well, on Wednesday, Nov. 27th I went for my PAT's (pre admission tests) and what a day. I was there from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm. I gave blood, had all kinds of breathing tests and then gave more blood. I bet it's well worth it though. As much research that I thought I'd done, there's still so much more to learn. I find that Barbara Thompson's book "Finding the Thin Person Inside of You" to be more than helpful. But if you read it you must read it from beginning to end. I come on this site and everytime to no disappointment, there's inspiration everywhere. I won't forget to pray for everyone that's battling this seemingly endless battle with weight. Keep me in your prayers as well.
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December 12, 2002
Well, Surgery is done and still a battle to win. I just got home from the hospital and I should be tired, but I can't relax. I've been away from home for 3 days and I have to get my house back to "normal". Even though I move about 10x's slower. I figured I'd update you guys now and this day forward. Of course I haven't lost any weight yet, as a matter of fact I feel so bloated and full of gas bubbles it seems like I've gained about 10 pounds. People come to this site to hear the truth and there we have it. YOU WILL DEFINITELY HAVE GAS!!! no joke. It's very uncomfortable, My doctor told me to take pepcid for 10 days so you know it's normal to have gassy feelings after the RNY because they fill your stomach with gas when it's laparascopic, so they can see your organs more clearly. So, I'll keep you posted! Later.
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December 18, 2002
Nine days post-op, tomorrow I'll get my drain removed and what a relief that should be. Weight wise I am approximately 298.5 pounds, so far 16.5 pounds lost, but I bet that was water weight and the gas I was filled with. WHO CARES as long as I'll never see those pounds again!!!!Goodbye 300's !!!!! I will NEVER see you again!!!!!! I was one of the lucky ones. I've had abdominal pain, but it was bearable. I walk as often as possible, I don't do stairs yet! I will keep you posted. So far so good.
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December 21, 2002
12 days since surgery, 292 pounds, 23 pounds lighter!!!! I know that since I'm losing so fast I'm probably apt to hit a plateau soon. I'm ready for it though. I have a dynamic workout plan!!! 5 kids, that's my workout plan! I wash, cook (that's the hard part, because you still get head hunger), clean and referee!!! So my day is very full! My stomach's still a little sore, but there's no real pain. I'm sleeping on my stomach again, gently of course. But, things are really moving along well. I really felt good when I got the drain removed 2 days ago, and no it didn't hurt. I thank God for a supportive husband and for giving me a terrific outlook on life! I'll write soon
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January 3, 2003
Hello all and Happy New Year! All is still well, I had my 3 week checkup Dec.30th and I have gone from 315 pounds to 286!
29 pounds!!!! I am so excited that I will never be at the 300 pound point ever again. I think the only thing I'm doing wrong is weighing myself every 2 hours. lol. I'm trying to stay away from the scale. But, I just wanted to keep in touch with everyone and let it be known that I am doing great. Thanks to everyone for your support and kind words.
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January 19,2003
Ready, set.... go !!! I'm still losing weight and gaining confidence. I have started school, so I won't have as much time as before. But, I will definitely take time out to visit and keep my page updated. I am currently 275, 40 pounds lighter almost 6 weeks after my surgery! I am enjoying trying on all of my old too tight clothes, they're not baggy yet, but I can get in them now. I don't regret one minute of my surgery. I would encourage anyone that feel they might benefit from surgery to do so. Word of advice....."TELL NO ONE" it is no one's business. Experience is a good teacher.
till next time......Takeya
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February 15,2003
Hey all! I am a glorious 48 pounds lighter 2 months post op. I feel great about how I'm progressing. I'm losing more inches than pounds right now. I have dropped at least 2 dress sizes. I had decided not to really shop until my size and weight stabilizes. The majority of my clothes are a little too baggy so I went to a low priced clothing store this weekend and bought a couple of everyday type outfits. It felt really good to go in that store and not have to worry about whether they had any clothes in my size. I would normally HAVE to buy the largest size in this particular store, which is 3x, oooh but not this time. I am subtracting x's! DID I MENTION THAT I LOST 48 POUNDS? IN 2 MONTHS!!! I thank everybody that I've met through this website. Your kind words mean more than you know. I will update in a couple of weeks. Until then; peace and love! :-)
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MARCH 1,2003
I AM CURRENTLY 260, THAT'S 55 POUNDS LIGHTER THAN I WAS ALMOST 3 MONTHS AGO! I AM ECSTATIC!!! I have noticed a positive change in my attitude. I am more patient with my children, more tolerant towards society and more stand-up for myself.My husband is enjoying the newer me too. He loves to see me fit into something I was once dreary about trying on. I haven't had any problems with vomiting since the first month and I only experienced dumping once, I think that's all it takes for you to realize that you don't want to come close to a second time! School is great and work is exciting.To all that have taken the time to read my profile, thank you! I wouldn't change a thing about my decision to have surgery. I am loving myself and my family way too much now! If you have any questions at all regarding surgery or effects, feel free to email me. I always respond, normally within a day. Until later, take care of yourselves and keep your head up!!! It gets greater later!
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March 27th 2003
Hey people!!! Still losing, weighing in at an average of 250, that's 65 pounds down the drain!!! Still busy, school is going great and the job is ....well the job. My clothes are starting to look really funny on me, but I'm pulling it off. I know it's time for me to start buying a smaller size but what for? I'm still losing and I don't want to waste too much money. Until next time......stay encouraged!!!
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June 2nd, 2003
Hello all, I am very happy with my weight loss thus far. Currently I am 238 pounds with a total loss of 77 pounds coming up on my 6th month. For the married people out there having the surgery, please be advised....you must have a strong relationship to endure the aftermath. I don't know if it's just me, but it seems as if within the past 2 months and 15 pounds, my marriage is seeming a bit rocky. Some may say that it could be my confidence boost and not willing to put up with the same things I always have and some may say that my spouse could be acting out of jealousy, but it definitely does appear to be a major change in our relationship. Please note that in the beginning, my husband was very supportive...... I will continue to pray and ask that you do the same. With love, Takeya now a size 16 from a 24 respectively!!!!
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October 15th 2005
Well now, long time no write huh? I was just reading over my profile, revisiting my past.......wow! I remember every day I sat at this computer to write all of that. I am the same weight I was over a year ago. I have gained and lost much easier than before since then. I would say that I yo-yo between 230 and 240 pounds because of my bad choices in diet. I'm actually satisfied with my size. I never wanted to lose too much weight. What's too much? well I've seen people go from obese to almost annorexhic and I don't like that idea so I like being a size 14 which is a great difference from a size 24 that I used to be. I have had major changes since I last wrote over a year ago and who wouldn't? I am now divorced but praise God I'm happy with myself. I have counseled my friends and family members that are severely overweight on the aftermath of having surgery and am currently trying to convince a few others to have the surgery. It has been an exciting journey and I wouldn't change it for anything. I'll write again soon feel free to email me at: imasangster@comcast.net
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I am a 27 year old mother of 5 and have been scheduled for a RNY surgery. I have been married for almost 9 years and have a wonderful, beautiful relationship with my husband and children. I have been unhappy about my current weight of 315 lbs. for the last 2 years. I have always been a big girl. I am 5'11" and on average before the children I was 240-250 pounds, which in my eyes wasn't all too bad, after all I was 18 years old and everything was still perky and shapely right.?(size 18P). I have an 8 year old daughter, 6 year old twin girls a son 15 months younger than the twins and a 2 year old. My body has been feeling like a pediatrician's office for at least 6 years now. I no longer have the time to work out like I used to because when I'm not doing something with the kids I am too beat for myself. Personally the worst part about being obese is that I don't have the energy that I should have for my family. I often look down on myself for being "lazy" and more than often I find myself depressed because I have dieted more than I can count. The yo-yo effect has been driving me crazy and I need a permanent solution. I have researched hundreds of options and decided to go with the Roux-en-Y surgery. My surgery is set for December 9th, 2002.
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11/30/02
Hello all, I am getting very anxious about my upcoming surgery on December 9th. I figured I'd go ahead and use this site as my weight loss journal. Well, on Wednesday, Nov. 27th I went for my PAT's (pre admission tests) and what a day. I was there from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm. I gave blood, had all kinds of breathing tests and then gave more blood. I bet it's well worth it though. As much research that I thought I'd done, there's still so much more to learn. I find that Barbara Thompson's book "Finding the Thin Person Inside of You" to be more than helpful. But if you read it you must read it from beginning to end. I come on this site and everytime to no disappointment, there's inspiration everywhere. I won't forget to pray for everyone that's battling this seemingly endless battle with weight. Keep me in your prayers as well.
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December 12, 2002
Well, Surgery is done and still a battle to win. I just got home from the hospital and I should be tired, but I can't relax. I've been away from home for 3 days and I have to get my house back to "normal". Even though I move about 10x's slower. I figured I'd update you guys now and this day forward. Of course I haven't lost any weight yet, as a matter of fact I feel so bloated and full of gas bubbles it seems like I've gained about 10 pounds. People come to this site to hear the truth and there we have it. YOU WILL DEFINITELY HAVE GAS!!! no joke. It's very uncomfortable, My doctor told me to take pepcid for 10 days so you know it's normal to have gassy feelings after the RNY because they fill your stomach with gas when it's laparascopic, so they can see your organs more clearly. So, I'll keep you posted! Later.
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December 18, 2002
Nine days post-op, tomorrow I'll get my drain removed and what a relief that should be. Weight wise I am approximately 298.5 pounds, so far 16.5 pounds lost, but I bet that was water weight and the gas I was filled with. WHO CARES as long as I'll never see those pounds again!!!!Goodbye 300's !!!!! I will NEVER see you again!!!!!! I was one of the lucky ones. I've had abdominal pain, but it was bearable. I walk as often as possible, I don't do stairs yet! I will keep you posted. So far so good.
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December 21, 2002
12 days since surgery, 292 pounds, 23 pounds lighter!!!! I know that since I'm losing so fast I'm probably apt to hit a plateau soon. I'm ready for it though. I have a dynamic workout plan!!! 5 kids, that's my workout plan! I wash, cook (that's the hard part, because you still get head hunger), clean and referee!!! So my day is very full! My stomach's still a little sore, but there's no real pain. I'm sleeping on my stomach again, gently of course. But, things are really moving along well. I really felt good when I got the drain removed 2 days ago, and no it didn't hurt. I thank God for a supportive husband and for giving me a terrific outlook on life! I'll write soon
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January 3, 2003
Hello all and Happy New Year! All is still well, I had my 3 week checkup Dec.30th and I have gone from 315 pounds to 286!
29 pounds!!!! I am so excited that I will never be at the 300 pound point ever again. I think the only thing I'm doing wrong is weighing myself every 2 hours. lol. I'm trying to stay away from the scale. But, I just wanted to keep in touch with everyone and let it be known that I am doing great. Thanks to everyone for your support and kind words.
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January 19,2003
Ready, set.... go !!! I'm still losing weight and gaining confidence. I have started school, so I won't have as much time as before. But, I will definitely take time out to visit and keep my page updated. I am currently 275, 40 pounds lighter almost 6 weeks after my surgery! I am enjoying trying on all of my old too tight clothes, they're not baggy yet, but I can get in them now. I don't regret one minute of my surgery. I would encourage anyone that feel they might benefit from surgery to do so. Word of advice....."TELL NO ONE" it is no one's business. Experience is a good teacher.
till next time......Takeya
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February 15,2003
Hey all! I am a glorious 48 pounds lighter 2 months post op. I feel great about how I'm progressing. I'm losing more inches than pounds right now. I have dropped at least 2 dress sizes. I had decided not to really shop until my size and weight stabilizes. The majority of my clothes are a little too baggy so I went to a low priced clothing store this weekend and bought a couple of everyday type outfits. It felt really good to go in that store and not have to worry about whether they had any clothes in my size. I would normally HAVE to buy the largest size in this particular store, which is 3x, oooh but not this time. I am subtracting x's! DID I MENTION THAT I LOST 48 POUNDS? IN 2 MONTHS!!! I thank everybody that I've met through this website. Your kind words mean more than you know. I will update in a couple of weeks. Until then; peace and love! :-)
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MARCH 1,2003
I AM CURRENTLY 260, THAT'S 55 POUNDS LIGHTER THAN I WAS ALMOST 3 MONTHS AGO! I AM ECSTATIC!!! I have noticed a positive change in my attitude. I am more patient with my children, more tolerant towards society and more stand-up for myself.My husband is enjoying the newer me too. He loves to see me fit into something I was once dreary about trying on. I haven't had any problems with vomiting since the first month and I only experienced dumping once, I think that's all it takes for you to realize that you don't want to come close to a second time! School is great and work is exciting.To all that have taken the time to read my profile, thank you! I wouldn't change a thing about my decision to have surgery. I am loving myself and my family way too much now! If you have any questions at all regarding surgery or effects, feel free to email me. I always respond, normally within a day. Until later, take care of yourselves and keep your head up!!! It gets greater later!
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March 27th 2003
Hey people!!! Still losing, weighing in at an average of 250, that's 65 pounds down the drain!!! Still busy, school is going great and the job is ....well the job. My clothes are starting to look really funny on me, but I'm pulling it off. I know it's time for me to start buying a smaller size but what for? I'm still losing and I don't want to waste too much money. Until next time......stay encouraged!!!
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June 2nd, 2003
Hello all, I am very happy with my weight loss thus far. Currently I am 238 pounds with a total loss of 77 pounds coming up on my 6th month. For the married people out there having the surgery, please be advised....you must have a strong relationship to endure the aftermath. I don't know if it's just me, but it seems as if within the past 2 months and 15 pounds, my marriage is seeming a bit rocky. Some may say that it could be my confidence boost and not willing to put up with the same things I always have and some may say that my spouse could be acting out of jealousy, but it definitely does appear to be a major change in our relationship. Please note that in the beginning, my husband was very supportive...... I will continue to pray and ask that you do the same. With love, Takeya now a size 16 from a 24 respectively!!!!
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October 15th 2005
Well now, long time no write huh? I was just reading over my profile, revisiting my past.......wow! I remember every day I sat at this computer to write all of that. I am the same weight I was over a year ago. I have gained and lost much easier than before since then. I would say that I yo-yo between 230 and 240 pounds because of my bad choices in diet. I'm actually satisfied with my size. I never wanted to lose too much weight. What's too much? well I've seen people go from obese to almost annorexhic and I don't like that idea so I like being a size 14 which is a great difference from a size 24 that I used to be. I have had major changes since I last wrote over a year ago and who wouldn't? I am now divorced but praise God I'm happy with myself. I have counseled my friends and family members that are severely overweight on the aftermath of having surgery and am currently trying to convince a few others to have the surgery. It has been an exciting journey and I wouldn't change it for anything. I'll write again soon feel free to email me at: imasangster@comcast.net
About Me
Gary, IN
Location
31.0
BMI
Surgery
12/09/2002
Surgery Date
Nov 26, 2002
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