Trisha W.
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Trisha W. 21 years, 10 months ago
I am 6 months post op and I can't believe how good I feel! I've lost 55 pounds which is 55% of my excess weight gone! Over half way there. I am still a bit tired though and the hair loss has finally stopped! I got a perm today and feel so much better about myself. It's funny, even though I see my clothes getting smaller, I still see myself just as big as I was. People remark that I am getting skinny, and it is hard to believe. Maybe I am just afraid that it won't last, just like all the other times? I haven't had any complications, and for that I am grateful. I tried my first diet coke last week, and it didn't taste very good. The rest of the bottle is still in the refridgerator. I have no regrets having the surgery. My 8 yr old son says he liked me better before. He doesn't like that I can't everything like I did before. But he is like a vulture watching me eat and waiting for to say I can't finish so he can have it. He doesn't mind that part at all!
Trisha W. 22 years, 4 months ago
I wanted to thank everyone for all the wishes. Special thanks to Penny Love who was my angel. An extra special thanks to Claire Poynter who stopped up to see me and gave me a wonderful care package. Thank you also to Momma Sandy, who was so encouraging to even after she had a rough time. I have a wonderful mother who stayed with me at the hospital for 4 days and a wonderful husband who has been extremely supportive. I came home yesterday and the 4 hour trip was not as bad as I anticipated. I am thrilled to be home and I feel so good, I'm almost scared. They kept asking me what my pain level was, and I never felt it was above a 2 or 3. I know how important a positive attitude is, because I watched my roommate get the bad news that they weren't letting her go home on Saturday. Pre-ops, when everyone tells you to walk, do it for yourself! My roommate didn't walk and even asked me to do a couple of things for her instead of getting up herself. Well, I am tired and going to take a nap, but I just wanted to thank everyone.
Claire P. 22 years, 4 months ago
I stopped in to see Trisha yesterday, and she had just finished her leak test. Wow did she look good! She's moving around well and seemed to be in good spirits. I'm glad to have finally met you, Trisha. Best wishes in your recovery!
Claire P. 22 years, 4 months ago
Trisha- Soo glad you made it through with no problems. Now the interesting part begins. This is an amazing adventure and a wonderful gift you've given yourself. Be patient and really listen to your body. You're going to feel great soon, just take your time! Best wishes....Claire
Trisha W. 22 years, 4 months ago
Trish had her surgery yesterday was groogy most of day, slipping in and out of sleep, this morning they took out the cafater, she's been up walking,if keeps up will hopefully get to come home tommorrow,as her husband would like to thank all those who've help support her and urge other husbands to help there wives during this, she said was not as bad as she was expecting, i personally think is because is the only thing they do there and know there jobs, and were very friendly and helpful....mike
Sandra L. 22 years, 5 months ago
Dear Trisha...I'm so glad that we have become such good friends, and I'm glad that we going thru this together. You're in my heart and in my prayers and I will miss you terribly until I can email you or talk to you in the chat room again. Please do everything that they say to do and hopefully you will recover VERY quickly. Love Ya...Momma Sandy
Heather K. 22 years, 5 months ago
Best wishes for an uneventful surgery (lol) and a speedy recovery. Please email me and let me know how you are doing. Your AMOS sister.
Maryellen W. 22 years, 5 months ago
Trisha: Well, tomorrow's your big day! Hope all goes well and you are soon on your way to a happier, healthier life!
Tina F. 22 years, 5 months ago
Trisha, thanks for the kind words. Best of everything to you and Happy Holidays! Tina Fulton