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Goals

Be a SKINNY 50 Y/O BIOTCH(4/7/09)

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See a "1" as first # in my weight

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exercise everyday

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Get a "Century Card before 6 months post op

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Surgeon Testimonial

Francis W. Teng, M.D.
Dr. Teng is extremely informative and thorough!!rnI always say it's \"Teng's way or NO WAY!!!\". He starts off by telling every patient that they must be committed to his program or they can find a different surgeon.I have heard a few patients say that they feel like he's talking down to them. He's very adamant on how things will be done. He's one awesome surgeon!!rnGoing for my last appointment next Weds. and he warned me that he will be giving me a test(routine).He'll be asking about RNY and if he feels I don't have a total understanding he won't hesitate to push back surgery date! Last chance to weigh in(I've lost quite a bit this last month)any patient who hasn't lost at least 5% weight WILL GET their surgery delayed until they have! He's tough but he tells everyone that you're committed to HIS program the first 2 years post op.rnHis brother Dr.V.Teng is anesthesiologist on all of his cases.rnTheir sister,Tina, is an RN who runs their hectic office!rnHis asst. surgeon Dr. B. Hanna is a friend of mine who has been trying to get me in the OR for 3 years! When Tina called me and said I was approved;I called Bernie and said \"You and I have a date on Dec 6th\" He was excited as I was.rnDr Teng's program is intense and requires commitment but he tells patients that on their very first visit. He does 2 hour seminar/month for people looking into surgery. Every patient must attend his seminar first. He and Dr. Hanna hold the monthly support meetings. He is VERY involved with every aspect. Like I said earlier...\"It's Teng's way or no way!!!\"
Member Interests
  • Crafts - Cross stitching; shirt transfers and painting
  • Dogs - -Peaches 5.5lb chihuahua. AKA Tall Skinny Blonde BITCH!!
  • Dogs - Just adopted 2 yo 8.3 lb min pin from rescue...BROOKLYN
  • Subcultures - Got 2 tattoos at age 38. Tongue pierced @45!Midlife crisis?
  • Football - I am a DIEHARD Dallas Cowboys fan!!! Live for FB season.
  • Rock - DeadHead; I HEART Jon Bon Jovi; love all classic R&R
  • Shopping - Over 30 Coach;Dooney Bourke Bags. I'm a BAG WHORE!!!!
  • RN - Critical Care x 27 years. Currently working ICU Staff RN; CCRN certified

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by KarenBr on 12/6/07 12:34 pm
    Barb, Think of you on your surgery day and sending you good Karma : ) Karen
  • Comment by K-in-PA on 12/5/07 7:53 pm
    Best wishes on a smooth sailing surgery and speedy recovery. We're making room on the "losers" bench for ya!
  • Comment by nancy6 on 12/5/07 8:09 am
    Barb - Sending lots of prayers your way for tomorrow - and it's my day, too!! I know we'll come through this just great and will be on our way to healthier, thinner bodies in no time!! Can't wait to compare notes with you as we progress... Nancy
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FOCUS and don't EVER give in to BAD habits!!!!
on November 17, 2010 3:38 am
OK next month it'll be 3 years since my second chance at life. I feel that this lifestyle change has gotten waaaay hard especially the past 6 months. I wish that the that new pouch feeling would come back in full force...NOW...when I need it badly...I need to be reminded of why I chose this surgery and what I needed/wanted to accomplish. I find old bad habits resurfacing. Sometimes my pouch Ronnie rebels but frequently these days...I can push eating; eat total crap and get over on Ronnie.
I need to rediscover my protein shakes. At this minute there are 4 cannisters of CLICK in the pantry...mostly taking up space. Today is a new beginning...today is the day  I rededicate myself to my WLS journey.
 on a good note... i have been walking more; exercising a bit more...yes  i take  Brooklyn to the dog park at least 2x/week. I adore my fur baby...how did I ever live without her?
So the HECK with a New Years resolution...I'm resolving right now in Nov.(pre-holiday)to make the effort and consciously choose wisely...I want my size 10 jeans to fit comfortably again...HELL with size 10...I still would love to wear a size 8.

DON'T STOP BELIEVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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