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HaroldC
on 3/25/12 4:33 pm

Topic: RE: NSV - Blue Belt

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/25/12 4:27 am

Topic: RE: Introducing myself

Hi SJ! Welcome to the OH forum.

Good for you and your courage and confidence to take the massive towards WLS.

This community is an awesome resource pre WLS and post.

Visit frequently, ask questions and post when you can.
Welcome!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/25/12 4:23 am

Topic: RE: Day 3 at TWH

Good luck! Safe travels home.

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/24/12 6:01 am

Topic: RE: All is good!

Congratulations!!!
Enjoy the journey.
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/24/12 5:59 am

Topic: RE: Day 2 at TWH

Give it another 24-48 hours and you won't believe the difference.

I live about 20 minutes from TWH send me an email to haroldc@spinmaster.com if you need some help while you are in town.

Good luck
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/21/12 4:28 am

Topic: RE: new bench member!

Great news!

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/20/12 7:26 am

Topic: RE: 3 Months

Thanks all!

My OH friends certainly helped through some tough days.

I am so happy!

Each of you sound enjoy the journey as much as I have

Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/20/12 7:24 am

Topic: RE: Great news!!!

That is awesome! Congratulations. Your journey should begin in no time!!!

Doctor Penner is great.

So happy for you!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/20/12 5:13 am

Topic: RE: 3 Months

Today makes 3 months since my RNY and my health, outlook and life has never been better.Down 69.8 pounds, under 220 and on ZERO medications for diabetes, HBP and cholesterol.The lowest I can ever remember weighing in my teen or adult life was 235 when i was 13 years old!My wife and children are enjoying the new me as much as I am!Thanks again to the life saving Ontario Bariatric Program, Dr. Penner and the incredible team at TWH.Happy Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/19/12 6:51 am

Topic: RE: Last Of the Big Days today!

Good Luck EDarren -- Best wishes!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/18/12 4:47 am

Topic: RE: now I wait

Have you met or had a consultation with the surgeon?
At that appointment yo should get surgery date, so at least your waiting will have a end In sight.

Good luck!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/17/12 6:18 am

Topic: RE: wrong food choices 3 months post

Life is filled with mountains and valleys. When in a valley just head for higher ground and begin to climb.

If you have a sweet tooth an alternative that may help and even be A great choice for you is something like The Simply Bar. These protein bars are low in calories, low in sugar and high in protein. They are easy to digest and certainly help to subside any cravings for sweets.

Good luck and let us know how it works out!
Head up!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/17/12 6:11 am

Topic: RE: Just a few more sleeps

Good luck and best wishes for an easy surgery and speedy recovery.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/14/12 11:18 am

Topic: RE: After Surgery

I went back after 3 weeks, but had flexibility to come and go as needed.
By week 5 I was at 100%
harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/14/12 5:58 am

Topic: RE: Protein Bars?

The nutritionist at TWH recommended Pure Protein and The simply Bar brands.

I have enjoyed both, but find The Simply Bar more enjoyable and easier to digest.

Good luck and happy snacking!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/13/12 9:29 am

Topic: RE: question about dumping

From my experience (almost 3 months post op) it is not dumping syndrome, but reaction to a combination of eating a bit too fast an not chewing enough.

About 3 weeks out I had a very similar issue, and thankfully I used it as a lesson learned and been pretty good since.
Good luck!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/13/12 6:06 am

Topic: RE: Thanks for your support yesterday.

That is exactly what your OH friends are her for.
Giving compassionate support when in need .

We all know where you have been and are on a similar journey.

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/12/12 1:06 pm

Topic: RE: Offically peeing my pants

Congrats! So exciting for you....new life and a positive attitude.

Wishing you all the best!

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/12/12 9:59 am

Topic: RE: Wedding ring - to wear or not to wear???

Probably will cost about the same to have them resized twice as it will to get a cheap filler for 6 months and then resize.

I would resize twice.

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/12/12 6:06 am

Topic: RE: What are you eating/ doing today? (Monday)

Happy Monday!

Pre-Workout - 1/2 c protein shake
B- 1c Flax and fiber cereal with fresh blueberries
S - 2 light Babybel
L - 2.3 oz sliced turkey, 2oz humus and 5 baby carrots
S- 143g Greek yogurt
D - Chicken breast and veggies
S- 1/2c protein shake

Have a great March break.
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/12/12 6:03 am

Topic: RE: so frustrated

Everybody else has said what needs to be said.

Just want you to know I am here for you and that you have my support.

You are awesome!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/12/12 6:00 am

Topic: RE: Wanna see my little piggy?

200 POUNDS...MONUMENTAL!!!!!

that is fantastic, so awesome and such an inspiration for others.

Congratulations on the double century club!
Harold

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/11/12 5:14 am

Topic: RE: Those going thru TWH...

I got a call three week before surgery to see if I could move up two week. I chose not to because I has not started optifast and I was scared to do anything but the strict rules.

I would call and see if there has been any cancelations you can ake.

Good luck!

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/10/12 4:48 am

Topic: RE: Got my date!!!

Awesome news!

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!

HaroldC
on 3/9/12 11:05 am

Topic: RE: Got my call

Thanks! Must make you feel awesome to have so many supportive friends screaming from the sideline:)
Congrats again!

SW 291 GW 199.9 CW 180 Surgery: TWH Dr. Penner Dec 20 2011
Celebrating life and opportunities for new beginings!!!