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Topic: RE: saying hello to Mississippi
Thanks everyone! You have made me feel so very welcome. I do have an update....
I spoke with the doctor's office yesterday. My paperwork was faxed to Tricare, and we should get written approval in the next day or so. I know I've already been approved. The doctor's office said the doctor will be out the first two weeks of September for personal reasons, [he's moving into a new house] and it would be the third week in September before I could have my surgery. We talked further and in the course of our conversation I learned their might be an opening this coming Tuesday, August 26th, on the surgery schedule as someone is scheduled may not have their surgery. The lady said she would know Friday and I could have the spot if the patient could not proceed. I do not know the reasons for that patient not proceeding, but I would feel bad if something was wrong with her and she couldn't proceed. Really, I would. Having said that, my "evil heart" would take that spot in a heart beat. Anyway, I told the staff that I could be ready to go and could be there Monday for my pre-op stuff. They are to call me tomorrow (Friday) and let me know if surgery is now or later. So, I'm anxious to hear from her tomorrow. I can't wait to start a new thread....MY SURGERY IS ____________!!!!!!
I spoke with the doctor's office yesterday. My paperwork was faxed to Tricare, and we should get written approval in the next day or so. I know I've already been approved. The doctor's office said the doctor will be out the first two weeks of September for personal reasons, [he's moving into a new house] and it would be the third week in September before I could have my surgery. We talked further and in the course of our conversation I learned their might be an opening this coming Tuesday, August 26th, on the surgery schedule as someone is scheduled may not have their surgery. The lady said she would know Friday and I could have the spot if the patient could not proceed. I do not know the reasons for that patient not proceeding, but I would feel bad if something was wrong with her and she couldn't proceed. Really, I would. Having said that, my "evil heart" would take that spot in a heart beat. Anyway, I told the staff that I could be ready to go and could be there Monday for my pre-op stuff. They are to call me tomorrow (Friday) and let me know if surgery is now or later. So, I'm anxious to hear from her tomorrow. I can't wait to start a new thread....MY SURGERY IS ____________!!!!!!
Topic: Good Morning!!
Hello and how are ya?? It is raining here this morning. I have been up almost two hours now....We have a stray dog in the neighborhood and she alarms the neighborhood at around 4:00am each day. This mornign she was a little later. Anywho, I could not go back to sleep so I just got up. I have already drank a 1/2 a pot of coffee, washed two loads of clothes, cooked breakfast (bacon & biscuits for the family, bacon eggs for me), packed two lunches, put supper on, washed the dishes from last night that I did not do after supper and ironed what everyone will be wearing today. I am about to head off to get ready for work. Whewww, I need a break! NOT SURE if I want this dog to stay in the neighborhood or move on to another...lol!! Hope everyone has a great day. Try to stay dry if it raining where you are!!
Phyllis
LAP RNY 7/7/06
Highest Current Goal
292 157 140
"I can do all things through Christ which gives me strength" Philippians 4:13
Topic: RE: Looking for someone who is using or has used....
Well Hello Melissa!! Its a small world huh? :0)
Samantha HW 377/SW 345/CW 244/GW 170
Topic: RE: What's cooking 08/20/08?
We had leftovers tonight. My dh prefers not to eat leftovers but groceries are too high these days to just toss out the leftovers. I had pinto beans and a couple slices of fried green tomatoes. He had tater tot casserole, pintos, fried green tomatoes, and cornbread. Think I am putting a roast in the crockpot in the morning for tomorrow night.
Phyllis
LAP RNY 7/7/06
Highest Current Goal
292 157 140
"I can do all things through Christ which gives me strength" Philippians 4:13
Topic: RE: saying hello to Mississippi
Yes, we all go through the waiting patiently period. It is so very worth it in the end. I hope you don't have to wait too long.
Topic: RE: Looking for someone who is using or has used....
I am from Monroeville, Alabama. I graduated from Monroe Academy in 1991 and when I finished college in Montgomery we moved to Mississippi. We have been here ever since. Just wanted to say hello.
Melissa (Stephens) Taylor
Melissa (Stephens) Taylor
Topic: RE: Support groups in Columbus/Tupelo area?
Hey I remember you now!! I think you work in the building there at the corner of 45 and Bluecutt. Yes I am doing well, I really expected to be so tired but after about the first 2 weeks I haven't been tired like I thought. The first couple of weeks I had a hard time getting in the 64 oz of liquid then it was like boom one day I started drinking the water and drinking and I am probably closer to 100 or more ounces a day. I had a hard time with the chewable vitamins, they made me gag so I went to GNC on base and was able to find a liquid vitamin, it is easier to get down. I hate the chewable calcium, it tastes like candy and I have to take so many of them. I am in search of a liquid calcium but have not yet found it. My first week I had some nauseau but it wasn't debilitating, it was just enough to be annoying. I had no problems with my food. I have not yet had any dumping and a couple of times I ate too fast or didn't chew something up good it just made me feel like I had a chest pain but it lasted only a short time and wasn't unbearable. I guess it is just a matter of learning. I did not have to lose any weight prior. I also ate regular food up until Tuesday the day before my surgery and it was clear liquids only and I had to drink the magnesium citrate stuff to clean me out good. I bought it at Walgreens in cherry, it was like drinking sal****er, yuk! I cannot drink chicken broth and can't even stand the smell of it now from the clear liquids diet the day before. I was given tomato soup and mashed potatoes for lunch on friday and scrambled eggs for breakfast that morning. I went home Friday afternoon around 3 pm or so. I may have already said this but I was 325 Lbs when I went in that Wed morning. I was so happy yesterday, I went to Burkes in the mall and looked at jeans. I was trying to find some cheap ones since I didn't find any at the thrift store. Well I didn't find any there. I went to Walmart and I bought a pair of denim capris in 2 sizes smaller, YEAH!!!! I bought the kind that has the tummy control panel in them and I really like them. I wore them to bible study at the chapel tonight. This is the first week that I have felt like I lost any even though the neighbor and my family and scales say I have. I think it took clothes getting to big to really sink in. I am hoping it won't be long for you, after I got my Tricare approval I got scheduled the next month. I wanted it to be sooner but the schedule was full. I am planning to talk to some people on base maybe mental health and the HAWC about if there is any interest in a support group here. Deborah from Dr Clements office said she would come here and train the person and help any way she can to get it started. I thought about doing it myself, but I don't have any experience doing that sort of thing. I am going to look into attending the support group in Tupelo or Tuscaloosa, since I found them to be educational but don't want to drive to Birmingham every month. Once the weather cools a little I may just join you on the track. I am not exercising like I should be but I am doing everything else I am supposed to do. I will attempt to PM you and give you my email so we can keep in touch. Good Luck!!!!Hope you get your date soon.
Topic: RE: Looking for someone who is using or has used....
From what I have seen so far he is really nice and believes obesity is a disease. He is very smart and supposedly real good with his hands. I've heard he was a musician. That' s always a plus.
Topic: Looking for someone who is using or has used....
Dr. William Avara. I just want to know your experiences and anything you would like to share. Thanks so much!!
Samantha HW 377/SW 345/CW 244/GW 170
Topic: RE: saying hello to Mississippi
Welcome fellow lurker. I lurked for about a year before I actually posted. Now I am addicted.
Plus I just send all my friend to my blog to get my updates. It makes it a whole lot easier than trying to remember who I updated on what. LOL!
As I am only 1 week after my lap band surgery, I probably couldn't answer most of your questions, as I am still learning myself. But please don't hesitate to ask anyway.
CONGRATS on your decision!
Tammy in Hattiesburg.
Plus I just send all my friend to my blog to get my updates. It makes it a whole lot easier than trying to remember who I updated on what. LOL!
As I am only 1 week after my lap band surgery, I probably couldn't answer most of your questions, as I am still learning myself. But please don't hesitate to ask anyway.
CONGRATS on your decision!
Tammy in Hattiesburg.
~ Tammy Starr
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