Judie B.
just have to share this.....I love it
Nov 11, 2007
Whoooo Hoooooo
Oct 25, 2007
Body Measurements chart
Jul 13, 2007
| Measurement | 01/03/07 | 02/06/07 | 02/12/07 | 02/22/07 | 3/06/07 | 4/21/07 | 4/30/07 | |
| Bust Waist abdomen hips left arm right arm left leg |
53 46 55 54 16 16 27 |
49 45 51 52 16 16 26 |
49 43 52 51 1/2 25 1/2 |
49 42 1/2 50 1/2 49 16 16 25 |
48 42 50 50 25 |
45 1/2 42 50 1/2 50 1/2 15 25 1/2 |
45 40 49 49 15 25 |
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| Measurement | 5/10/07 | 5/30/07 | 07/13/07 | 08/02/07 | 10/13/07 |
10/13/07 | 10/13/07 | 11/13/07 |
| Bust Waist Abdomen Hips Left arm Right arm Left leg |
44 39 46 1/2 44 15 15 24 |
43 1/2 38 1/2 45 1/2 45 1/2 14 1/2 14 23 1/2 |
42 37 44 43 1/2 14 14 22 |
43 37 44 41 14 14 23 |
41 1/2 35 42 42 13 13 21 |
Thought For The Day
I'm in onderland!!!!!!
Apr 26, 2007
Update
Jan 31, 2007
JudieB
It's new day!!!!
Jan 15, 2007
Just wanted to leave a new post since that last one was really a bummer!!!! I am feeling SOOOOOOO much better. The nausea is gone, I have found "Soup At Hand" and life is good. Thank God for Phenergan and Prevacid! They worked together or separately, who knows, they worked and that's all that matters! If you're struggling with nausea, ask your doc if he will give you a scrip for the phenergan. The Prevacid chewable is VERY EXPENSIVE and my insurance would not cover it since I had been on omeprazole for several years, so my doc's PA gave me enough samples to get me through until I can start taking the capsules again. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Pamela. I am so anxious to get moving on this new journey.
So, my friend, if you're still feeling rough, it DOES get better, Life is sweet and God is good!
JudieB
Post Op Report
Jan 11, 2007
Well, I am about 3 1/2 days post op, and I have to tell you, I have had many second thoughts today. I understand this is very normal, but I have to say this nausea is miserable. Each thing I've tried to drink, just makes me sick. I don't understand, in the hospital, everything was great, and I really had to pace myself to make sure I didn't "overeat"! Now, I can't even get in my liquid much less the protein, vitamins, calcium, etc, that I am supposed to be getting in. I sure hope it gets better soon! Otherwise, I'm going to be in big trouble. HELP!!! I did talk to Dr. Voellinger's nurse this afternoon, actually a couple of times today, and they are working with me to try to find the problem. Maybe soon.
I do need to tell you that the surgery went great, and no after effects in the hospital. I couldn't believe it! No nausea (in the hospital anyway) and little pain from the surgery. I was very surprised. I definitely was not prepared for the emotional floodgate that burst on Tuesday night. And the nurses assured me that this was normal also. Hadn't read about any of that anywhere.
I'll keep you posted. Please keep me in your prayers.
Judie
How to make a JudieB
Jan 06, 2007
| How to make a JudieB |
| Ingredients: 5 parts friendliness 3 parts ambition 5 parts ego |
| Method: Combine in a tall glass half filled with crushed ice. Add a little cocktail umbrella and a dash of emotion |
Friday, December 1, 2006
Nov 30, 2006
Friday, December 1, 2006
I have been putting off beginning my story until I had a date set, but I decided today that I am behind, most everyone else starts their story at day one. So, here goes.........
I've been overweight all my adult life. When I married (when I was 18 and just out of high school) I was a size 9. During the first year of marriage, I gained 50 pounds, and I haven't been thin since then. Oh I've dieted and probably have lost myself many times over, but never have been able to keep it off. In the last few years, I haven't even been able to get it off, much less keep it off!
I have tried any and every weight loss, plan, pill, machine, etc. you can think of. If it's been on the market, I've tried it at some point. None worked long term for me. When I first heard about WLS I was scared to death to even consider it. But having come down the road a ways, I am now ready to try anything that will help get this weight off me. When I told a friend of mine I was considering WLS, she said "aren't you afraid to have that done"? and my reply to her was "yes, I am afraid, but I'm even more afraid NOT to have it done". I have many major health problems that are a direct result of the weight, or have developed indirectly because of the weight. I realize WLS is not a panacea, no magic pill or procedure will be successful without effort on my part, and I am willing to give it my very best shot.
I started this journey in July when I found out that one of my best friends son and daughter-in-law had WLS and had, between the two of them, lost close to 400 pounds. They raved about how much better they felt, and I could see how much better they looked. I was convinced. So I contacted Dr. Voellingers office, found out when the next seminar was (August 28) and made my plans to be in Charlotte for that date. Every step of the way, so far, has felt like my legs are in cement, and I'm having to use every effort just to get to the next step. It feels like it is taking FOREVER! But I realize it is that way for most everybody else too. I'm trying to develop some patience, but it is really hard. Especially this week, since my friend (that I spoke of earlier) had her surgery on Tuesday of this week. I am so jealous. She had her surgery on Tuesday, and came home on Thursday morning. She is doing GREAT, and I am really happy for her, just wishing it was time for mine.
Now to get to that part, we have to go back a couple of months. I have tried to do everything conceivable to get this ball rolling. By the date I was to meet with Dr. V and his staff for the first visit, I had already seen my PCP, my heart specialist, and my pulmonary specialist and all had give me a go for the surgery. There have been quite a few delays (for some unknown reason!!) but my case is supposed to be submitted to BCBSNC next week. I was really hoping I could get my date in December, but unless there is a cancellation (which almost never happens) my date will be sometime in January. I'm trying to see all the positives to not having it in December, but the one positive of having it, far outweighs any of the others!
So that is where I am today, just waiting........and waiting..........and waiting. I have to say that I have met some GREAT people on this website, and I am so grateful for it. It has been a godsend of information for me, and helped me understand so much more about the surgeries. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
I'll write again soon when I find out my definite date. Oh, and by the way, I'm always curious about the photos and the people in them, so I will tell you that I am 60 years old (but a very young 60 !!! LOL) and I am 5 feet tall, and my present weight is 259. I am working on trying to get some of it off before the surgery. I know that will make things considerable easier.
Until then,
Judie
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Well, all my information was submitted to insurance yesterday by fax. I'm thrilled and am hoping to hear before the end of this week. I may call them tomorrow, since my doctor's office will be closed all next week. I just want to know a date. My case is very classic, so I really can't imagine having a problem with insurance, BUT it may take my doctor's office a couple of weeks to get it scheduled and for them to notify me. They are SOOOOOO slow. I know they are just being thorough, but my girlfriend decided to investigate WLS several weeks after I did, and she has already had her surgery and has lost close to 40 pounds. Of course she is going to a different surgeon. She didn't have all the hoops to jump through that I have had. Oh well, if I sound angry, it is because I AM!! I just want to start feeling better! I realize how little I am able to do because of my weight, with all the Christmas shopping. I took my granddaughter to the mall this afternoon, and we had been there less than an hour, and I had to leave my feet were hurting SOOOO bad. Anyway, enough of the complaining, I have a wonderful Doctor, and I know he is going to do a great and very thorough job for me.
I'll let you know as soon as I get a date!!
Judie
Monday, December 25, 2006
Well I have good news, on Saturday, I got my official written approval from BCBSNC. I am a go!!!! Only downer is that my doc's office is closed until January 2 for the holidays, so that means I have to wait another week or more, to get a date for my surgery. This is been a real trial or test in patience. And mine patience is runnning VERY low these days. I am normally a very patient person, but this whole thing is becoming a lesson in patience. At least I know I will have a date in just a little over a week. (At least I hope they won't find something else to hold it up) I just hope there are still dates in January, I'd be really upset if I have to wait until February to have the surgery. Anyway, I am HOPING TO BE THIN very soon.
Judie
Thursday, December 28, 2006
GREAT NEWS!!!
There were a few people working in my doc's office today, and his nurse Bobbie, called me and scheduled me for January 8 !!! Can you believe that? 10 days and counting. I have to start my liquid diet tomorrow and I have a "boogoo" of appointments next week to get ready. I am SOOOOO excited I can hardly contain myself. I'll be back in touch. Please pray that everything goes smoothly, we all know things can change VERY rapidly !!
More later,
Judie
January 7, 2007
Well, I have one more day, and then THE BIG DAY. I have felt like a loser on many other occasions, but I can't say I've ever been THIS excited about being one! Just a few more hours and I'll be a changed woman. LOL If I am totally honest, I have to admit I do have a few butterflies. At my age, I am fully aware that there are some risks involved, but Dr. V has assured me that my risks are no more than those of someone younger than me. Everyday is a risk for that matter. I'm ready to LIVE, and not just exist. Thanks for taking the time to read all my drivel. And thanks for being excited with me. A special thanks to all of you who will be praying for me tomorrow. I know God is in control. He has brought me a mighty long way, and I trust Him to complete the work He began in me over 32 years ago.
I'll see you on the Loser's Bench!!!!!
JudieB
