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jspurple
on 12/12/11 1:25 am - fairburn, GA
VSG on 04/11/12
Topic: RE: Time to get ME back!!!
Yes, I am still looking to get the surgery with Dr. Macik.  I need to give Robin a call and see if I need to start completely over or what. I'm pretty sure that I will need updated psych and nutrition evals. 

I do see that the activity is very low.  I was wondering where everyone went because the forums used to be much livelier in 2009.
curiouscat7
on 12/11/11 10:29 pm
Topic: RE: Time to get ME back!!!
 Wow, Welcome back. Most of us have been pretty quiet..... I'm so glad that your babies are doing well and now it's Mommy time...:)

Are you still looking to get the surgery? If so are using Macik.....


CC
View more of my photos at ObesityHelp.com
jspurple
on 12/11/11 9:50 pm - fairburn, GA
VSG on 04/11/12
Topic: Time to get ME back!!!
Well, I'm back.  Never thought that I would be able to say that.  I started this journey back in 2009 and I cant believe that its been 2 years.  I was more of a lurker that posted occasionally, but I was on this site several times a day researching and meeting new people.  Well, I was well on my way to RNY surgery and I was so excited and busy trying to make my dream a reality that I was not paying attention to my cycle.  Just before I was ready to pay the fee to request insurance approval, I realized that I was starting to feel nauseous and my period had not shown up.  " Oh, you have got to be kidding me!" " There is no way I'm pregnant 'cause I'm about start my journey to becoming thin and healthy!"  My pregnancy was confirmed in early November of 2009 and I was devastated.  To say I cut up in the doctor's office would be an understatement. 

Two days before Thanksgiving and one hour before arriving in Pittsburgh, my husband and I finally talked about having another baby.  I guess we were both in shock.  We gave each other a pep talk and just before arriving to my mother-in-law's house, we were having another baby and it was OK.  One month later, we found out that we were having twins. Double wow!!!!  Fast forward to 26 weeks and 5 days, which was when I went into pre-term labor and had Johnathan and Jacob.  They were 1lb 14 ounces and 1 lb 13 ounces. The biggest scare of my life.  I have never been so worried and scared.  My babies spent 66 days in the NICU and came home on oxygen.  I think back now and wonder how I got through 2010 with all that was going on.  My main concern was my children.

Now that my babies are healthy and almost two years old, I feel that it is time to get back to ME!  Getting back on OH has been my first step and I look forward to continuing this journey................
walterswife
on 12/10/11 2:43 am
Topic: RE: Any Dr. Richard Patients???? Please reply if so

He operated on my friend in March 2010.  She had a complication (totally unrelated to the dr).  She says he is a great surgeon and was completely satisfied with his treatment.  You will do well, I'm sure.

HW 240/ SW 229/ GW 146/CW 125; OH Support Group Leader   

Starting size:  18W-20;  Present size: 0 or 2; 5'5-1/2" tall. 
Current BMI 20.4 as of 2/13/2013 (normal for the first time in my life).
Goal weight reached on 8/12/2010; As of 1/13/2013, 21 pounds below goal

Sherry T.
on 12/9/11 2:17 am - GA
RNY on 05/22/12
Topic: Support Groups in Macon/Warner Robins, GA??
I am going through the process to get approved for WLS with Dr. Hart.  The great news is that it is covered by my husbands insurance so I know it will happen in 2012!   Does anyone know of a support group that meets in Macon/WR area?  I used to live in Stockbridge and familiar with the area so I would go that far to have a group.  

Thanks so much!  Looking forward to getting to know you and doing what I need to do to move on with my life! 

Sherry
ladymountaineer
on 12/5/11 11:21 am
Topic: new to Georgia!
Hello All! Im fairly new to Georgia, having moved here in July! I was recently approved for Georgia Medicaid, but I must now choose a PPO. Any info on who pays for WLS & any requirements in order to be approved would greatly be appreciated!!
LaShelle2
on 12/4/11 11:51 pm - STOCKBRIDGE, GA
Topic: RE: Atl. WLS Christmas Party
I will do my best to make it.

               **** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: 
No dumping.  Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results,  Won't regain weight!  Eat normal sized meals,  96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured.                                    I  MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people.    ~Orson Wells  

curiouscat7
on 12/3/11 1:24 am
Topic: RE: X- Post Calling all Macik Patients
 Keep us updated with your surgery date and progress...it's a wild and fun journey.... i'm a size 6-8 from a 20-22.... and I bought boots that I can actually fit over my calfs....and tuck my pants into...!

I really am into clothes once again and not only look sooo much better but feel better.

Just some of the great things you will experience...:)

CC
View more of my photos at ObesityHelp.com
onemoretry
on 12/2/11 12:18 pm - GA
VSG on 03/21/12
Topic: RE: X- Post Calling all Macik Patients
Thanks CC! I have to tell you with all the responses I got here and on the VSG board, I feel good about my choice. I can't thank you all enough....
ga_ginger_10
on 12/2/11 1:16 am - Atlanta, GA
Topic: RE: WLS Support Group Meeting/Holiday Dinner/December 15th, 7:00 p.m.
 Thanks, hope you can make it.  Please let me know when you do. 

Have a great weekend!

Ginger

Open RNY 3/27/01  400 lbs - 170lb.  Please visit my blog at www.gingerrock.blogspot.comYou can also find me on facebook www.facebook.com/GingerRock and Twitter www.twitter.com/GingerRock 
~Ginger~ 

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