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Topic: What is the Why is your life that gets you through the Hows of wls?
Good Morning Michigan,
We all have a million reasons for wanting WLS. But out there, there is one motivator, the true motivator that drives us, our Why. For me, my Why is my children. I have a feeling this one may be popular for moms and dads. For without them, my drive wouldn't be as hard, as determined. With this Why, the How's of wls become a little easier. The How of eating tiny meals of boring yogurt day in and day out for months. The exercise day after day that seems to show no change to your body forever. The frustration of all the changes mentally and physically.... But somehow those Hows are just a bit more palatable now with a Why preceding it.
Tell us what your Why is, don't be embarressed. What drove you to wls, to take that leap of faith?
boxermom
We all have a million reasons for wanting WLS. But out there, there is one motivator, the true motivator that drives us, our Why. For me, my Why is my children. I have a feeling this one may be popular for moms and dads. For without them, my drive wouldn't be as hard, as determined. With this Why, the How's of wls become a little easier. The How of eating tiny meals of boring yogurt day in and day out for months. The exercise day after day that seems to show no change to your body forever. The frustration of all the changes mentally and physically.... But somehow those Hows are just a bit more palatable now with a Why preceding it.
Tell us what your Why is, don't be embarressed. What drove you to wls, to take that leap of faith?
boxermom
Thoughts become things... choose the good ones!
Boxermom
290/190/160 TT done
sw/cw/gw
Boxermom
290/190/160 TT done
sw/cw/gw
Topic: RE: Bariatric research
WOW i am sorry I never got anything after completing the survey! except the 25.00 gift cirtifacate email for Amazon.com. If you joined surveymonkey you may need to go to the bottom of the one of the emails and select the opt out to discontinue any further contact from them. keep me posted and I will remove the post if it causes any others problems .
"When we stop running away from the situation that is scary - that is the moment we discover how strong we really are. So, acknowledge your strength...rejoice in it...and start breathing in life, as the beautiful, strong soul (being) that you truly are." - Rachna Sirtaj.......Love & Peace
Topic: RE: Bariatric research
So sorry I did this... I have been getting sooo much junk mail because of it.... I am beyond frustrated now... At least 10 a day from this and it is all junk and spam...
I know you didn't know, just wanted to put this out there so no one else tries it... It is just a scam to get your email address.... WOW....
Shawn - Lap RNY 11/16/06
319/169/185/204 - 5' 7" Starting/Goal/Lowest/Current
Topic: RE: Mid west Michigan/Grand Health Partners "Alumni" - post here!
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
Congratulations Mary and please keep us posted on your journey! 
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
Topic: RE: Mid west Michigan/Grand Health Partners "Alumni" - post here!
Hi Everyone:
I went to weight loss sem, in Holland few months ago, but at time had different insurance and they wanted the 6 month thing. So my work has 2 insurances and i switched, first of year, on Jan 11 I went to Grand Haven ( He also has practice there now) and saw Dr Sandy on the 11Th. We set up a sleep study did on 16Th, So test on heart on 19 and 20Th. Then went back on Jan 25Th saw doctor Foote, He did a scope of tummy in a.m. then saw in afternoon in office in Grand Haven, and he cleared me surgery. Went threw insurance with flying color (YES!) and going to have the VSG on Feb 29Th. I can hardly wait. I also saw the behaviorist after Dr. Foote on Jan 25Th, she also cleared me :). I go on Feb 15Th for Pre-op/dietitian, said would be about 4 hours. Also start my liquid diet next day. Then Feb 22 labs, then following Wednesday (Feb. 29Th, yes yes my day) very excited. Gosh been trying to get this done for few years and now it, all came together like clock work. Everyone in office has been so wonderful and helpful.
So if anyone has any great things , even bad to watch out for and all the things that I may run into come and let me know. Really excited to meet all of you.
Mary
I went to weight loss sem, in Holland few months ago, but at time had different insurance and they wanted the 6 month thing. So my work has 2 insurances and i switched, first of year, on Jan 11 I went to Grand Haven ( He also has practice there now) and saw Dr Sandy on the 11Th. We set up a sleep study did on 16Th, So test on heart on 19 and 20Th. Then went back on Jan 25Th saw doctor Foote, He did a scope of tummy in a.m. then saw in afternoon in office in Grand Haven, and he cleared me surgery. Went threw insurance with flying color (YES!) and going to have the VSG on Feb 29Th. I can hardly wait. I also saw the behaviorist after Dr. Foote on Jan 25Th, she also cleared me :). I go on Feb 15Th for Pre-op/dietitian, said would be about 4 hours. Also start my liquid diet next day. Then Feb 22 labs, then following Wednesday (Feb. 29Th, yes yes my day) very excited. Gosh been trying to get this done for few years and now it, all came together like clock work. Everyone in office has been so wonderful and helpful.
So if anyone has any great things , even bad to watch out for and all the things that I may run into come and let me know. Really excited to meet all of you.
Mary
Topic: Have my date for surgery Feb 29
Hi Everyone:
New to this, very excited have my surgery date. Feb 29, 2012. Laughing can only have a anniversary every four years, cracking up go figure.
I have been wanting this for while, my old employer was self insurance. and they would not pay for, I worked there many years, but in 2009 with times in Michigan and like many others had my job cut. So I had to start again, I went out and yes found another job, totally different then what I was doing, but I have managed. Been hard but making the best of it . But you know they say everything happens for a reason, well guess what I am having surgery now. And lets say it made it all worth while. I am having the sleeve, Dr Foote is my surgeon and he is based out of Grand Rapids, but now also has practice in Grand Haven, MI so having there. Just about 20 minutes from home.
I am out here trying to learn what to expect. Does anyone have any suggestions. I am trying to be proactive. Hoping to make a few new friends and someone to talk with out our journeys.
New to this, very excited have my surgery date. Feb 29, 2012. Laughing can only have a anniversary every four years, cracking up go figure.
I have been wanting this for while, my old employer was self insurance. and they would not pay for, I worked there many years, but in 2009 with times in Michigan and like many others had my job cut. So I had to start again, I went out and yes found another job, totally different then what I was doing, but I have managed. Been hard but making the best of it . But you know they say everything happens for a reason, well guess what I am having surgery now. And lets say it made it all worth while. I am having the sleeve, Dr Foote is my surgeon and he is based out of Grand Rapids, but now also has practice in Grand Haven, MI so having there. Just about 20 minutes from home.
I am out here trying to learn what to expect. Does anyone have any suggestions. I am trying to be proactive. Hoping to make a few new friends and someone to talk with out our journeys.
Topic: RE: Detroit Area Plastic Surgeon Recommendation?
I used Daniel Sherbert in West Bloomfield and he was wonderful. Had TT and arms
Good luck
Robin
Good luck
Robin
Topic: RE: Want to start informal support group/north Kent county
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
Carol
Even if you didn't have WLS, you could still be apart of a group whose goals are weight loss. Best wishes and do stay in touch!
Even if you didn't have WLS, you could still be apart of a group whose goals are weight loss. Best wishes and do stay in touch!
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
Topic: RE: Want to start informal support group/north Kent county
No I'm not scheduled yet. I am waiting on a sleep study. Even if I have the surgery, I'm having a DS and I had my gallbladder removed last year so the surgeon says he might not be able to do it if there's too much scar tissue on the duodenum. That means I won't know if I had the surgery until after I wake up, so I'd hate to schedule anything before I know for sure.
Topic: RE: plastic surgery
Hi Cheryl,
It's been a long time since I've been on the boards and just happened to check out the MI board tonight. Congrats on the plastics and I hope your recovery goes really well! Sounds like it was a good thing you had help!
Jan - hope your recovery is going well too!! Funny how you two had it done so close together!
Take care, both of you!
Nan
It's been a long time since I've been on the boards and just happened to check out the MI board tonight. Congrats on the plastics and I hope your recovery goes really well! Sounds like it was a good thing you had help!
Jan - hope your recovery is going well too!! Funny how you two had it done so close together!
Take care, both of you!
Nan
Nan
HW 300 / SW 280 / CW 138 / GW 140
Hit Goal 4/2/2010
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