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David von Rueden
My first impression of Dr David Von Rueden was that he was a very person and he seemed very caring. He answered all my questions at the informational session. I was very happy that he took his time to answer all my questions without even rushing me out of the door. The office staff is wonderful and very friendly. DVR stressed about all the risks of the surgery he did not sugar coat anything and I was very happy with the time we spent talking. Then I met with him the day of the consult and he was exactly the same. Very kind and compassionate and did not rush me out of his office. He knows his stuff and I feel very comfortable with him and I know I have chosen the right doctor for my surgery. The aftercare program he has is well structured and just right for my needs. He has a wonderful bedside manner and he is competent so I am 100% satisfied. I would recommend him to anyone.
Member Interests
  • Birds - I Have a love bird that is 8 years old and his name is Lyle
  • Cats - Misty is 7 years old
  • Dogs - Lucky is 9 years old Jack Russet Terrier mix
  • Parenting - Love to meet other moms with children the same ages as mine 4 and 22 months
  • Scrapbooks - I would love to meet with a couple of ladies to learn how to scrapbook
  • Grandchildren - Janiyah Born 06/22/06 Emmanuel Jr. Born 08/05/06
  • Computer and Internet Surfing - Love to spend time on the internet
  • WLS in your 40's
  • Reading - Love stories, crime stories and mysteries
  • Secret Pals - Nothing makes me happier than to bring a smile to a friend

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by cheide on 3/16/07 12:25 pm
    Hey Cira, I hear you're back in the hospital and not feeling so hot. I'm thinking of you and sending prayers. ~Coleen
  • Comment by prechrgrl on 3/7/07 8:05 pm
    Hi Cira, been a while sence I've been on and I just seen you had surgery. Congrats to you. You are always a support to so many others. My prayers are with you now and for a speedy recovery. Blessings Tammy
  • Comment by cheide on 3/6/07 2:12 pm
    Hi Honey!! Just checking in. Been praying for you but didnt' get in to post before hand. Wanted you to know you were on my mind and in my prayers. ~Coleen
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June 14th
on June 15, 2007 6:46 pm
I took my first pills post op.  I had no problem thank goodness. I was a bit apprehensive because I was worried that the pills might get stuck.  I felt as if I had a full dinner with it tho and when it was time for dinner I could not eat.  That is totally crazy!   lol I was full with a citracal chewable, one Biotin and one vitamin D tablet.  

I was taking liquid calcium before and now I found the Citracal creamy bites. I bought the caramel one and I really like it.  I look forward to my caramel fix. lol It only has 4 grams of sugar and I am now taking 2 a day.  When these finish I will be trying the double chocolate ones.   It beats those huge lozanges! 

Ok so now I have a little confession I have fallen off the wagon and I have not exercised for a week.     I have been busy but I really could have made an effort.  I better get my butt back in gear because I want to lose a little faster and I have slowed down a bit.  I am currently weighing in at 194. 

Hugs,
Cira



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My really big WOW moment 06/10/07
on June 10, 2007 2:48 pm
I had been really upset and I had been snacking on fruit every hour or so and this morning all I kept thinking about was eating. So I went out for a little drive and found a sale at Fashion Bug.  I spent $105.00 there I needed to spend that on something else..... Oh boy I better get to counseling before I rob a bank.

This is the very first time in many many years that I enjoyed shopping.  
Then I was looking for some stuff at the plus side and the lady that works there says to me... Are you shopping for someone else?  I said ummm no, just for me and she said well your size is over there not here these are the plus sizes.    Wow I couldn't believe what she told me!! I always had people directing me to the plus sizes all the time.

I was looking at the clothes and I kept thinking that the smaller ones are not going to fit. So of course I was looking at my previous sizes.

When I picked 3 capris, and a skort I was thinking nope these look too small... It took me forever to pick a size 16 and guess what other size...... 14........  When I tried the 14 capris and they fit I nearly passed out.  I see myself as big as I was when I first got my surgery.  I was crying in the fitting room and a young girl yells to her mother... Mom the lady in there is crying!! The mother kept saying what lady?  and she said the one in there trying on clothes!!  lol  I was having my own WOW moment...  It took me a little while to compose myself.  lol

There were sales like buy one and get one free.  Buy three and get three free I couldn't let that pass me by since the sale ends today.

Thanks for listening!!

Love ya!

Cira
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3 Month Post OP
on June 6, 2007 11:16 am
 Please don't mind the goofy face Gianna made.   Little Gino was jealous the entire time he saw me dressed up. I think he thought I was leaving him to go hang out or something. I don't know why I never go out anymore.  lol  I have lost a total of 49 pounds since March 6th.   I feel great and I can't wait to see what I am going to look like when I reach my goal. I am now at ONDERLAND after 15 years  (in the 100's lol)  I weigh 196.6  Yahooo!   I just wanted to share my happiness with you all.  I am so glad that I did this for me!   Here are the links of two new pictures taken today.

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r60/negra266/100_3551.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r60/negra266/100_3550.jpg
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My 3rd Month Surgiversary measurements!
on June 6, 2007 9:27 am
05/06/07                                   06/06/07

Neck        14                       13 1/2      - 1/2
Chest       44                       42 1/2     - 1 1/2
Waist       41 1/4                  40          - 1 1/4
Hips         44                       44           same
Rt Arm     16 3/4                 15 1/2     - 1 1/4
Lt Arm      17                      15           - 2
Rt Thigh    25 3/4                24           - 1 1/2
Lt Thigh   25 1/2                 24 1/2    - 1 
Rt Calf     18 1/2                 18          - 1/2
Lt Calf     18                       18          same  



I have lost a total of 9 inches this past month!    
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