Kelly J.'s Profile

Name: Kelly J.
Username: kjohnson13685
Location: Sackets Harbor, NY, USA
Member Since: 12/19/2001
BMI: 23.9
Post Op
Surgery Type: RNY (05/12/06)
Surgeon: Robert Cole, M.D.

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Surgeon Testimonial

Robert Cole, M.D.
Dr. Cole is very straight forward and to the point. I love his approach. He takes the time to explain the positive as well as the negative. He talked of the sucesses of the surgery as well as what can happen if you do not follow the instructions for aftercare.

I am looking very forward to working with him and his staff to make this surgery a great success for me. I want to be on the losing side.

Latest Surgery Support Comments

Comment by Jen Halliday on 5/14/06 2:21 pm

Kelly, Welcome to the losing side! Your journey has just begun and let me assure you, it is an interesting one. Pay attention to every moment and relish every single day! Congratulations on your surgery!!! Jen Halliday

Comment by inspector-girl on 5/5/06 7:48 pm

Congratulations on your surgery date! I have some Zen Wisdom for you - Nothing exists but momentarily...One thing flows into another...observe things as they are, let everything go as it goes. This is to put everything under control in its widest sense. --- May God keep you close to his side as you travel your new journey. You will have ups and downs. You can always turn to us, your AMOS family, we will give support, comfort and encouragement. You will find this will be the best thing you could ever have done for yourself as well as your family. I know that was true for me. Keep us posted when you reach the "other" side. I pray for a speedy and easy recovery for you. Don’t forget to update your profile at least monthly. We all like to see how we are doing!!! Make sure you take pictures. It’s great to see the new you emerge!!! Not to mention the look on YOUR face when you look at those pictures and compare them in a few months! It’ll be a BIG WOW!!! Please remember too, that this is a *tool* to use. Make sure you use it wisely. Choose the right foods and measurements wisely! Feel free to look at my profile and see my ups and downs and know I’d not change a thing with anything I’ve experienced. Everything was worth it! Good luck and God Bless!!! RNY 10/31/03 257/140 I’M AT GOAL!!! Posted in Loving Memory of Paula – Momma Angel who passed away 6/10/04 (Note Momma did not pass away from anything related to WLS – she had not had it)

Comment by Cyndi M. on 4/29/06 9:54 pm

~~~~~~CONGRATULATION S ON YOUR UPCOMING SURGERY~~~~~~ (Everything in our lives happens for a purpose and that purpose is to prepare us) May God give you courage, strength and guidance throughout your new journey. You are about to embark on the most amazing transformation of you mind, body and soul. Your big day is almost here, this is the day, your new life will begin, I cant promise it will be easy, cant say it will be hard, I can say that with all the complications and everything I had to go through, It was well worth it. I have never felt better in yearsss, I’m off all medications, have sooooo much more energy. So if you hit a bump in the road, hang in there and remember it will alll be worth it in the long run. Sending Prayers your way that the Lord will guide your surgeon’s hands. May the guardian angels wrap their loving arms of protection around you during your surgery and recovery . Remember your not alone in this journey, many of us have been down this road, we are here to offer love and support. Looking forward to hearing from you on the loosing side. Huggs and Prayers Link to my profile 8-19-04 surgery date weight 297.5 height 5f 2 -113.5 weight losss http://www.obesityhe lp.com/morbidobesity /members/profile.php ?N=M1087435160

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Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take but by the number of things in life that take your breath away! Let the Journey Begin!

Kelly J.'s Blog

What a difference a year makes!!
on October 3, 2007 6:15 am

Well it's been almost a year since I updated this thing so here goes....a million things have changed in my life. I am so busy now living again! I am down to 152, a normal bmi, all my blood work is normal and I am so much healthier. My sleep apnea is gone and my cor pulmonale is under control for the most part. I have been so active in my community that the days just fly by. I am now President of my American Legion Auxiliary plus I am also Secretary for the County Auxiliary. I am busy doing something most days. Sometimes spending hours doing different functions. I never would have been able to do this before WLS. I am so happy and content with my life now.....if anyone asked me if I regret any part of this journey the answer is NO. I love life now and its great to be living it again.

I have lost a total of 211.5 lbs!!! It is totally amazing!! I am smaller now than I was in 5th grade!

I wish all of you the best no matter where you are in your journey and just keep thinking...it's not a diet...it's our lifestyle now. Make the best of your lifestyle.

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October 16,2006
on October 16, 2006 10:07 am

What a great journey this is. I got on the scale this morning and am now at 244 so I am down an amazing 119 lbs so far. Woooooooo Hoooooooo!!!! I go to the gym 5 days a week and work out...I belong to the Y and they have a Ready to be Fit program that is great! Before my surgery I didn't exercise at all. It actually feels good now.

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My Journey

4-17-06~I got a date!!!! May 12th, I have decided that will be my new birthday. lol

4-26-06~It's getting closer. So many of my friends and family have asked if I am nervous. I am not. Just soooooooooo excited.
I called the nutritionist today to get a list of stuff to get for my return home from the hospital. Colleen is so helpful and so full of information. Everyone at Dr. Cole's office is so nice. I know this will be a great journey.

5-10-06~2 more days!! Boy, am I every excited. I am so ready for this journey to the loser side. I thought I would be nervous but I am actually not. Strange....I have waited so long for this time and look forward to the changes in myself and my life to come.

5-16-06~Well....I am offically a loser! I made it thru surgery just fine. I hurt but that is to be expected. Surgery went very well. I am so happy my journey has finally begun.

5-29-06~The staples and drain came out on the 19th. Healing is going rather well. Walking everyday. Went to my meeting with the dietician on the 24th and she weighed me....so far I have lost 45.8 lbs.....I made her weigh me twice just to make sure. I hugged her....I am so excited. I even did my measurements yesterday and have lost a total of 16 inches already. I know there will be many many more wow moments to come. Looking very forward to them.

8-29-06~Wow it has been quite a while since I updated this thing. So much has happened and have been so busy. So far as of this morning I am down 103.5 lbs. I can't believe how fast all this is happening. I LOVE IT!!!!

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