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Goals

To go back to school and get my degree in nursing

4 People
 in progress, 
1 Person
 achieved this

Is to be Healthy again so I can enjoy life with my family and friends.

396 People
 in progress, 
84 People
 achieved this

Have a normal BMI

198 People
 in progress, 
62 People
 achieved this

Chase my children and catch them

2 People
 in progress, 
2 People
 achieved this
Surgeon Testimonial

Robert E. Cole, M.D.
My first Impression of Dr Cole was that he was soft spoken and quiet. He came into the room and talked to both my husband and I. He asked me husband to sit in the chair to my right so he could sit beside me to my left. I have not had someone be THAT informative in so long with my own personal information. It felt great. He was very honest. He said that this is not a fix and would only work for me as much as I was willing to make it work for me. rnrnHe was referred to me by a friend who had him as a surgeon and I am so appreciative that she sent me his way. He stated up front that he only does open RNY and that is fine with me. It isnt for everyone. He told me that his only control is how things are handled in the OR.. which is very true. He has no control of how we choose to use the tool after we leave him.rnrn
Member Interests
  • Fish - a crudload of Goldfish to get our Huge tank ready.. and Capt Jack, and Barbosa.
  • Dogs - 1.. Leonitis .. Leo for short
  • Walking - with the kids, dogs or just alone sometimes
  • Music - almost any type.. really
  • Shopping, Bargain Hunting & Auctions - oh wow.. ebay and craigslist are my favs for sure
  • Outdoor - Wishing the snow would get here if it is going to! I can wear snowpants!
  • Scouting - my whole family is into scouting for the most part. I am a co GS leader
  • Autism - Youngest son has Aspergers Syndrome amongst other issues
  • Nursing - I am a CNA on a Cardiac Step Down Unit. My Pts are post OHS and Angioplasty
  • Comedy - Love Adam Sandler..and anyone that can make me laugh.

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Jessica W. on 6/21/08 7:55 pm
    I have been thinking about you nonstop the past few days as I anxiously wait for my day Tuesday & am really nervous. It helps to see you doing well & sounding pretty good. Write when you can... I'm off for mine Tuesday early AM! Congrats!
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Over half way there!
posted on 9/13/09 12:13 pm

It has been like, forever since I posted last. I have been one busy lady. I am just over 1/2 way through my LPN coursework. Clinicals start back up Monday and Weds this week and last the last 20 weeks of the 2nd semester.I am shadowing a heap in Family Care Centers in the 1st 10 weeks which I am stoked about! It will be a nice balance between the floor I work on, Nursing Home Care, and acute levels of care.

My family has finally found a place down in the village. A whole house that rents for the cost of where we were at. Love municipal electric rates! The kids can walk to school, friends and the park. I can take a walk around town for exercise and walk to the store instead of drive.... Just good stuff all the way around.

I have not reached my goal of 135.. I have lost 110 from my highest, 100 from surgery date. Dr Cole said he wants me no lower than 145.. So I have met his goal. I had labs drawn and everything major looked good.. iron was a little low but mine always has been really. My sugars do tend to drop pretty low sometimes. Cant get a firm grasp on that, I try complex carbs to hold me... but maybe my body is just burning them faster than ever. The other evening I dropped to 43 which hit fast and scared me to death. I was home at the time so it wasn't as bad.. but I fear having it drop when I am driving.
 
I think once kids get all settled into school and I finish school Feb 5th... I will get into a better routine. Right now it is school all day.. homework, housework, kids needs, and repeat. But the plus side... is I have the energy to do it!!

Fav foods.. still love yogurt.. I tend to opt for Oikos Greek yogurt with a little fresh fruit. Chili.. homemade more than Wendys now. Love my hubbys Halupki Stew (although cabbage has its effects...)




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