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Tyna_Tigger's Blog
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I'm Shrinking!
on April 26, 2008 3:33 pm
I forgot to write it down the other day.  I've always said that I'm 5'4".  Last year at the doctors they said I was 5' 3 and 3/4, now at the surgeons they say I'm 5' 3 and 1/2.  The only sad part is that it makes my BMI higher than I had thought LOL.

Nothing new is going on, just getting my ducks in a row.  I did find a therapist that does behavior modication for weight loss, I have my first appt on Monday.  She does a 7 week program and then we will see from there.  I still have not been able to find a physical/personal trainer yet but I have my feelers out there.  

We found out last week that our office building has been sold and we have to move.  Yuck!  We are so settled in our current office that it's going to take a lot of work to get it all packed and moved.  It's like moving houses I swear.  On the positvie side I think we've found new office space and the bonus is that I have a bigger office, lots of windows and a private patio.  My little Austin is excited because he can play outside when I work late and take him to work with me.
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The First Day of the rest of my life....
on April 23, 2008 10:18 pm

That's how I feel right now.  A whole new beginning.  A light at the end of the tunnel.  At least now things are moving forward.

First, the Bariatric Institue.  Very nice staff.  The "class" setting was kind of cool.  That was a ton of information and I really liked all the questions being asked and answered.  I'm not too good at speaking up.  It was a lot of good information.  I really like my numbers so it was nice to receive guidelines in numbers not just "high protien" and "low carb".  Okay, now I know the numbers, I can do this.  (I've read a ton on here about protien so I did already know that number.)  The psych eval was a bit different than what I had expected.  Short, sweet and to the point.  

Lastly, Dr. Rohrer.  Can he and his staff be any nicer?  Never once did I feel like just another patient.  And he does tell me that even though Aetna covers the Lapband, they are not always easy to get approval from.  Great!  So I already know that I have everything ready except for the diet.  I need to either complete a 6 month doctor supervised or a 3 month pre-surgical diet.  I am opting for the 3 month but that involves finding a nutritionist, a physical therapist and a counselor to meet with once a month for 3 months and have them submit their evaluations to Dr. Rohrer and ultimately the ins. co.  So, just to be safe I'm going to tackle that and make an appointment with my doctor for the 6 month diet also.  I just don't want any surprises after 3 months from Aetna.  And of course, I asked for referalls. Apparently, because I live in Billings, it seems that it might be harder to find help here that is willing to work with someone seeking wls in Great Falls.  If I have to, I'll drive to Great Falls once a month.  I'm willing to do whatever it takes.
So..........anyone in Billings with ideas, I'm game.

 Oh yeah, almost forgot.  They will submit a letter to Aetna now requesting approval, just to get the answer back spelling out exactly what I need to do.  I thought that was pretty awesome of them to do.  Dr. Rohrer and his staff really know their stuff!

This was one long day, it was nice to get back home to the kids.  Now it's off to bed.

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Tomorrow's the 1st big day!
on April 22, 2008 8:23 pm
Well, tomorrow is my first consultation with Dr. Rohrer.  I hope I have all my paperwork in order.  I just went through all the forms AGAIN.  I'm so excited and a wee bit nervous.  Hubby and I are going to leave early in the morning to make the 3 1/2 hour drive to Great Falls.  Okay, so it takes me 3 1/2 hours to drive there, it will probably only take him 3 hours.  My first appointment is at noon at the Bariatric Institute.  I'm not sure what all to expect but I'm sure I'll have lots to post tomorrow night.

My co-workers know that I'm trying to have this surgery.  I'm already trying to be more concious of portions and drinking lots more water.  There's only 3 of us in the office and we usually take turns bringing or buying lunch.  I had to say goodbye to that routine as I'm going to start the 3 month or 6 month diet, whichever the surgeon recommends.  Thank goodness my co-workers are so encouraging.  Do I have to give up coffee or just the caffeine?  I can do decaf, I just really like the taste of coffee.

Life has been pretty uneventful lately.  Just lots of work.  I'm so glad tax time is over with.  I actually put my own return off until the 14th!  Bowling season is over with also.  What am I going to do with all my time now?  Thank goodness softball season is coming up.  Hubby is on a team and we as a family love hanging out at the softball fields as much as possible.  Wow, my life is pretty boring.

Almost forgot the most memorable event of the last few weeks.  I now have a garbage disposal!  Five years in this house without one.  I actually did the dance of joy after it was installed!
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Before and After
on April 13, 2008 3:27 pm
I just love looking at the before and after pics.  Someday that will be me.  I can just envision it.  Isn't that what you're supposed to do?  Envision your goal to make it happen?  I never really "got it" until now.

We took the 4 wheelers out today and rode quite a bit.  I've only been on it once last year so I was pretty excited to go again.   Well....for a while I thought my hubby was trying to kill me to collect the life insurance.  I'm such a weenie and definitely not a daredevil.  We were on these trails that hills and rocks would just appear!  Yikes, climbing up over rocks, driving straight down steep hills.  There were a couple of times I thought he would have to drive mine over some of the obstacles, but I made him proud and accomplished it.  I'm beginning to become very philosophical these days LOL.  As it popped into my head that my weight loss journey will be scary also but I can do it!

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A Lengthy Post
on April 12, 2008 10:29 pm
I love this website!  I have found so much information and inspiration.  I have read some truly amazing success stories.  I have learned so much about the good and the bad.  I have a good idea of what's to come.  I really appreciate that so many people are so open and honest while sharing their journey here.  I have actually been poking around here for about a year and a half.  Knowing that surgery is now a distinct possibility it was time to jump in with both feet and start a blog.

Now that I've decided to do this and realized I can't accomplish this on my own, I can't wait for surgery.  I know I need to follow all the rules and jump through all the hoops.  I will gladly do it all to reach my goal.

My husband is adorable.  He puts up with me being on the computer a lot reading all about LapBand surgery.  He even listens to all my ramblings about what I've learned on here regarding pre and post surgery.  He's all for the change in lifestyle.  He would never have surgery but is looking forward to losing a little himself.  Maybe he'll teach my how to play golf.

My teenage daughter who is teeny tiny, and loves vegetables, is all for it even though she says she doesn't see me as "fat'.  I Love her!  I would love to be able to play tennis with her.  

My son is young enough to love unconditionally.  I'm looking forward to being more active for his sake.  We're coming up on the years of T-Ball.

I cannot for the life of me find a picture of myself to upload.  Isn't that sad.  I hate the way I look in pictures so much that I avoid being in them.  Then when I need one, none to be found.  Although, tonight is prom night and with my daughter all dressed up, her friend's mom took pictures of us with her.  I'll post it as soon as I get it.  I know it will be horrible but it will be nice to look back on later.

I take after my mother.  She too is overweight and always dieting.  I mentioned this surgery to her and she said they would never do it on her because she has type 2 diabetes.  I told her that was actually a reason why she could have it done.  She has no interest and isn't to keen on me doing it.  Her response is "well...I hope it works for you".  I know, I know, it's my decision and I can't push it on her.  I learned my lesson.  Last week at lunch with my mother and my sister, my mom asked if I had told my sister what I was planning.  Of course I hadn't yet because I know her feelings about it.  She is thin and believes that you just have to eat less and move more.  It's easier said than done.  I know that's what needs to be done, I just can't do it on my own.  I've tried repeatedly.  Yes, I have lost weight in the past and I've put it all back on also.  I accept the fact that I need help to lose weight.  I am so thankful for my husband and children for giving me their total support with this.
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