I am a sponge

gabriellaz
on 5/5/12 5:09 pm - CA

VSG on 07/02/12

Just absorbing everything on here. The Good, The Bad & The Wth! I am still preop, But I take in all the advice from the vets on here, cause obviously they know what their talking about. There probably will be a time where I will not be to thrilled with the advice, but I want to succeed at this, So I will take it! I just hope you all have patience with me, because I am pretty sure I will have many questions coming to you all in the near future (I promise to TRY to make sure they are not to ridiculous) and yes, I know, I need to ask my doctor questions and follow his plan, lol. Once again, Thank you vets for sharing your knowledge and journeys. Gabbz

Marabell
on 5/5/12 5:17 pm

VSG on 06/07/12

I have been soaking up as much as I can as well...and I still will have so many questions that I am sure will come up once I finally have surgery.

Shagdoll
on 5/5/12 5:33 pm

VSG on 08/18/11

Girl, I am right there with you. I love reading the OH posts daily & I sure hope most of these vets stick around or I'm Sh** Outta Luck. I really count on their advice and I know for a fact I can contribute my success so far from what I get on here from people like Frisco, Elina, Ruggie & others.

Jenn

WWBD?

frisco
on 5/5/12 5:57 pm

VSG on 09/30/09

Shag....I have "intel" on you that you pretty much got this in the bag.....!!!

frisco

SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.

      " To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "

   VSG Maintenance Group Forum
   http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/VSGM/discussion/

CAFE FRISCO at LapSF.com

Dr. Paul Cirangle

tripmom02
on 5/6/12 12:01 am - NJ

VSG on 08/01/11

Hands down, she does!

Courtney - Lap band to VSG revision

frisco
on 5/5/12 5:54 pm

VSG on 09/30/09

Hey Gabbz,

You remind me of OH member doggz (that didn't really sound right...but stay with me)

I've noticed you and have observed how well studied you have become...... your all ears and you are taking it all in.... Like anyone new to WLS we must weed through many of these posts and narrow down the surprises.

You have already witnessed some "'Ridiculousness" (I think it's a word....there is a TV show!) my only suggestion to you as you move forward is to start to narrow down who you listen to. Successful sleevers that have a close overlap to your surgeons program or a path you want to follow. (not even suggesting to follow me.) To tell you the honest truth.....I didn't really listen to anyone but my surgeon till I had lost most my weight.

Taking a little bit from everybody can leave you with doubt and question.

You are certainly ahead of the curve and far ahead of where I started.

I'm thinking your gonna be all good to do this !

frisco

SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.

      " To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "

   VSG Maintenance Group Forum
   http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/VSGM/discussion/

CAFE FRISCO at LapSF.com

Dr. Paul Cirangle

Happy966
on 5/5/12 10:05 pm

VSG on 08/29/11

GREAT attitude! This deal is simple, but it's not easy. I come here for my *own* selfish reasons - I have a lot of learning to do, but honestly at this point its more *reminding*. Keep you mind open, defenses down, exercise that "willingess" muscle every day and you'll do great.

:) Happy

53 yrs old, 5'6" HW: 293 ConsW: 273 SW: 263 CW: 206

Phatchick
on 5/5/12 10:46 pm - Brookfield, IL

VSG on 04/16/12

I have tons of advice bookmarked and have read the post for years before i finally had the surgery. I never have any questions for my surgeon and he is always surprised when i say no i have no questions.......This post rocks! It is a major tool for success. Blessings to ALL. Sharon

Marabell
on 5/5/12 11:48 pm

VSG on 06/07/12

I couldnt agree more with Frisco...you have to listen to the people with proven success....he didn't say it, but I will.....such as himself. That is why I practically live on this site....

Food ....no I take that back...my relationship and how I use food has kept me in the throe of misery. To maintain that same relationship or to commiserate with those that sustain the same old thoughts and choices would be certain failure...for me anyway.

WE WILL BE SUCCESSFUL! because we are smart enough to know that we have much to learn....

tripmom02
on 5/6/12 12:03 am - NJ

VSG on 08/01/11

I can't say anything else that the others haven't said, but had to tell you that you are gorgeous! Your avatar is just down right beautiful. Good luck with everything, and keep reading. You are going to do fantastic.

Courtney - Lap band to VSG revision

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