KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Took a fall down my stairs... - What a really really crappy weekend. On Thursday night, I was running down my stairs in my socks and ended up catching the very edge of a step which caused me to slide down about 2...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Ready to say goodbye to this old life.... - Wow...this process is going way too fast. I have 1 more week of pre-op NORMAL EATING. I thought at this point I would want to eat everything under the sun. I expected food funerals...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Feb 27th...Eeeeek...that soon?? - Okay, I am still in shock over the approval call I got yesterday from UHC only a week after submitting the paperwork. Now I already have a surgery date? Eeeek...this is REALLY REAL...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
What's the cure for COLD FEET???? - ...AN APPROVAL!!!!!!   Yep, my records were submitted to UHC last Tuesday and 1 week later...BAM... APPROVED! I am in shock!!!! I thought I would be waiting at least  2-3 weeks, bu...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Cold Feet... - So, I am waiting for approval but today has been a very rough day. I have worked towards this surgery for the past 8 months but so many doubts are flooding my mind. I know in my he...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Anyone worried about the EGD??? - I was. But it was a piece of cake!! The nurse who put my IV in was awesome. I didn't even feel the prick...just a tiny burning sensation for a couple seconds. Then they rolled me b...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
It's out of my hands... - ...and into His. Today my bariatric case worker submitted all my paperwork to UHC to request approval for VSG. I am nervous, excited, terrified, and at peace....all at the same tim...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
VSG while single and living alone?? - At this point in my life I am single and living completely alone. My therapist seems to think this is a fantastic situation because after surgery I will be able to control my envir...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Yummy Pureed Soups... - I am still preop, but I am trying out some pureed soups so I can keep some variety in my life after surgery. These seem like they will be nice, healthy vessels for some unflavored ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
What if I don't like how I look?? - With surgery fast approaching (I submit for approval in less than a month), my brain has decided to start sliding in subliminal doubts about what I'm about to do. This morning I wo...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Things I love from Anthropologie... - Can I just say how much I love love looooove Anthropologie!! I cannot wait until I can one day fit into their clothes. Until then, I will endulge in a few special salad plates and ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Welcoming 2012 with open arms! - I am so grateful I stumbled across this VSG board 8 months ago. I had it in mind to get lapband and was 150% against any surgery that "tore my guts out"...boy, was I an uneducated ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Ninja vs. Vitamix - Hi OH friends! Just thought I would reach out for some opinions/recommendations on which of these two blenders you prefer. What are your experiences? Pros? Cons? Etc. My parents...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Dilemma...should I postpone surgery? - I need some advice... Today I learned that my insurance benefits include a Flexible Spending account option for medical expenses. Basically, I am able to allocate a specific amo...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Trader Joe's "21 Seasoning Salute" - YUMMMMMM!! I received this fabulous salt-free seasoning blend in my stocking yesterday and I had to share. It's delicious! Yes, I am 32 and still get excited about the contents of ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
I just don't feel prepared.... - I am in my 5th month of the 6 mo supervised diet. Last week I attended the education class through my program and it really opened my eyes that I am REALLY doing this. I thought 6 ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
What to ask the surgeon...TOMORROW! - I'm super excited to be meeting with the surgeon for the first time tomorrow morning. It actually is feeling like this process is becoming REALITY! I have a lot of my own questions...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
My BMI makes me happy!!...for now... - It's official...and DOCUMENTED by a physician....44.3 BMI!! Yep, it's over 40....take THAT UHC! I was worried about not being over 40 (which is the requirement for my insurance...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Trying NOT to lose weight...Yep, that's what I sai - I am super excited to have found a PCP who is supportive of WLS here in KC (thanks to a fellow Kansan here on OH). I have an appt set for this coming Tuesday! This will allow me to...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Who moved my cheese???? - "Who moved my Cheese?"....I remember this book being suggested on OH before, but seriously, this is a GREAT read! It only took me 30 mins! I have recently gone through a pretty...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Seeing a friend from HS tomorrow...so embarrassed. - My childhood friend whom I havent seen since my freshman year of HS called me out of the blue this evening. She is passing through town and wants to go to lunch tomorrow. I am exci...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 10 months ago
First negative comments from family - So, today I encountered my first negative comments about having WLS . I decided to tell my immediate family, my 4 younger sisters and my dad (I already told my mom) , that I was go...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 10 months ago
Are my goals realistic? -  So, I spent a LOT of time considering lapband and was mentally prepared for a slower weightloss journey. But now that I have discovered the amazing results of the sleeve, I have d...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 10 months ago
WLS after divorce---am I making the right decision - HELP!...I am in need of some insight....and I guess a forum full of strangers is a good place to start, right?  Here's what's on my mind........It's been almost 3 yrs since my ...

KSqtpie posted a discussion topic 12 years, 10 months ago
Newbie---took first baby steps today! - Hello from KC! Thought I would hop in here and introduce myself. I am a 31 yr old Kansas raised farm girl who's been overweight since grade school. I'm ready to start living health...
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Overland Park, KS
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36.5
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VSG
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07/09/2012
Surgery Date
May 18, 2011
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