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HookEm 18 years, 7 months ago

The only really bad part was an incident with gas pains......learned quickly that it was vital to get up and walk every hr, especially after "Eating." The overall excperience was more like a mini-vacation than anything else. We got into San Antonio 8pm friday night, and stopped at Sam's Burger out there.....great good bye to "Big" meals. Big burger, and quite a few Shiner's made the drive to Acuna very pleasant....slept almost all the way. Saturday, got to watch football all day, until the surgery. My wife said when I woke up afterwards, I asked if they were gonna ever do it, or not. The only really bad part, outside of the gas pain incident, was the thirst. The hospital was very tiny, but very clean. Just had to keep the AC on MAX...it was either freeze or sweat, and I'll take freeze.

Vicki C. 18 years, 7 months ago

Bryce, welcome to the losing side. I am so glad everything went well and you are now on the mend. Good luck on your journey. Hugs, Vicki

HookEm 18 years, 7 months ago

So, I survived. Not exactly what I would term pleasant, and it really sucked being in Mexico with all that barbacoa et al, and being limited to clear liquids, but I digress....I did manage to buy a few Cuban cigars to ease my pain...;) Thanks for everyone's kind words and support. Dr. Rodriguez was great..... As far as the surgery, I remember nothing....absolutely nothing. Just waking up with a terribly inflamed throat. So, again....thanks! Went smooth as it possibly could.

LINDA BOMBOLINO 18 years, 7 months ago

BRYCE, GOOD FOR YOU I WASN'T WORRIED OR NERVOUS ABOUT THE SURGERY UNTIL THAT MORNING. THERE'S NO POINT IN WORRYING, WHAT WILL BE WILL BE. I BELIEVE YOU WILL HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SURGERY AND AN UNEVENTFUL RECOVERY. i WILL BE PULLING FOR YOU! SINCE I AM NOT ALONE IN THIS WORLD, I WILL ALSO SAY A PRAYER FOR YOU. GET READY TO BE A BIG LOSER! LINDA

HookEm 18 years, 7 months ago

Thanks to all of you for the kind words. Haven't really had much time to process this entire surgery, as I've got two little ones, and am in the process of opening an E-Bay business. Made the time go by a little faster, when my only aily reminder was the constant pushing of water ,and the high protien-low carb/no carb pre op diet. In any case, thank you all for the kind words. My suregery is set for Saturday morning, and I'm suprisingly not really worrie about it. In fact, I'm more worried about being able to find my Longhorns on the tube in Mexico that night.....;)

Dx E 18 years, 7 months ago

Bryce, Best of luck on your upcoming surgery. I’m just dropping by to let you know that there’s a huge crowd of strangers out here pulling for you and keeping you in our prayers. May you have a famously successful surgery and a record-breaking recovery! Keep us posted…Best Wishes- Dx

me myself and i 18 years, 7 months ago

Sending you warm thoughts for a smooth surgery and speedy recovery! hugs Christine

Sharon T. 18 years, 7 months ago

Bryce, congrats on your big day, and your decision for a healthier life! I'm sure you'll be just fine, and will make a great "Bandster!"

Cyndi M. 18 years, 7 months ago

~~~~CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR UPCOMING SURGERY. ~~~~ May God give you courage, strength and guidance throughout your new journey. Your big day is almost here, this is the day, your new life will begin, I cant promise it will be easy, cant say it will be hard, I can say that with all the complications and everything I had to go through, It was well worth it. I have never felt better in yearsss, I’m off all medications, have sooooo much more energy. So if you hit a bump in the road, hang in there and remember it will alll be worth it in the long run. Prayers that the Lord will guide your surgeon’s hands and you have a speedy recovery. . Remember your not alone in this journey, many of us have been down this road, we are here to offer love and support. Looking forward to hearing from you on the loosing side. Huggs and Prayers Link to my profile http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=M1087435160 8-19-04 surgery date 297.5 5f 2 -107.5 weight losss

piperkc 18 years, 7 months ago

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Have a speedy recovery Angela in Corpus Christi 291lbs BMI 45.60 -234lbs Dr Michael Grace Open RNY Life began May 16, 2002 I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears. Surely..I will heal you." 2 Kings 20:5