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TabithaBrundage 20 years, 12 months ago

congratulations on your success. Yes we are neighbors! Keep a positive attitude! You're making progress.

CarolineAnnMartin 20 years, 12 months ago

Well, I made it through to the other side :) And I've already lost 12 lbs in just the first week! It seems like just yesterday that I was heading into surgery! The surgery went well and with only minor pain. I think the worst part was the IV and later the drain area being tender. I was so scared that the pain would be intolerable, but it wasn't in the least. By the 2nd day, I was up and walking around the nurse's station and by the 3rd day, I was released to go home. On the 4th day (Tuesday), I was eager to get out of the hotel I was staying in near the hospital, and my friend and I walked around Downtown Disneyland for a couple of hours. Thank you to everyone who sent their best wishes to me! It really helped so so much and, indeed, I felt very protected and watched over as I went into surgery! I am having a hard time with cravings and it is VERY hard to know when I am satisfied. It seems that hungry and full feels the same. I even cheated three times so far and all times I did not feel full (first time with 1/2 a Smart One's Pizza, the second time with a Smart Ones Ice Cream Cone, and the third time with 6 small hot wings. Hmmmm.... is it possible that they didn't do the surgery? LOL Seriously speaking though, I am scared as I really want to do this right, and I want to make sure that I follow doctor's orders which is to do an all liquid, high protein supplement diet (HMR) for the first month before incorporating solid foods into my diet. I know about liquids going through one's pouch fairly fast and thus not making one feel full, but shouldn't I have felt full from the 1/2 Smart One's pizza (about 5 oz), the Smart One's ice cream cone, and the 6 hotwing chicken wings (about 480 calories)? The first few days, I had a hard time feeling satisfied with the shake/liquid supplements and drank until I was super full. Could it be that I already stretched my pouch? Worried that I've already done something to mess up the surgery and/or that my pouch is too big, etc...

Amy G. 21 years ago

Caroline... best wishes on the journey you've now begun! Hoping & praying for you an uneventful surgery & a speedy recovery! God bless you & keep you in His hands! :-)

Karen N. 21 years ago

Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation! You'll do great with this life-saving tool!

CarolineAnnMartin 21 years ago

Just wanting to thank everyone for your support! It means a lot! I look forward to giving an update as soon as I'm able :) Scared but hopeful :)

Carol F. 21 years ago

It won't be long for you now. I can not promise that this is an easy thing, But I can tell you. It is worth it. My life has changed so much since my WLS on June 20th, 2001. I am down 130 pounds. I feel 20 years younger and my husband Ed and I can do so many things together now. I no longer sit and watch on the side lines. I am again a part of my family. That is what makes it worth it, the discovery of life again. Good Luck to you. Heal fast the world is waiting on the new and improved you.

Tabatha W. 21 years ago

Good Luck Caroline on your surgery tomorrow. my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you have a safe and speedy recovery.

Becca K. 21 years ago

Hello Caroline~~“Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved.” William Jennings Bryan. I am wishing you all the best for the next chapter of the rest of your life. Take care, Becca...AGB 9/16/02 -107

kysunshine 21 years ago

Caroline, Best wishes tomorrow as you start your WLS journey. Take care and keep the faith. God Bless.

Debbie B. 21 years ago

Caroline - Best wishes for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. May God hold you and your surgery team in his precious hands.