Tina Mendonca
OK I was bad! NEVER AGAIN!
Jul 22, 2010
Okay, I snuck a chicken nugget! 
Dude, I litterally felt like I was killing myself! 
So I got sick! 
Never again will I do that! 
I think once I recover from being sick I'll have some watermelon and my water. GEEZ! That was really stupid! 
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Dude, I litterally felt like I was killing myself! So I got sick! Never again will I do that! I think once I recover from being sick I'll have some watermelon and my water. GEEZ! That was really stupid!
A Blah! Day
Jul 21, 2010
Well, I haven't felt very good today. A bit weak. I tried taking my vitamins, B complex and CoQ10. It seems like the Co Q10 had gotten stuck and it has made me miserable. 
It's like it went in sideways. I haven't been able to eat much today, but I did get alot of water in though. I did get a Soy Chai Tea from Starbuck's and that helped me so much. I feel a bit better, but I feel like I wasted my day.
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It's like it went in sideways. I haven't been able to eat much today, but I did get alot of water in though. I did get a Soy Chai Tea from Starbuck's and that helped me so much. I feel a bit better, but I feel like I wasted my day.
Smaller Jeans!? :)
Jul 20, 2010
Today was the first day I finally got into the size 20 jeans I have! It was awesome! I was in a very tight size 24 when I started. So far since surgery I've lost 22 lbs. I went to my 1 month post-op appointment. My labs never made it to the office so I don't know if I'm ok with all my vitamins. I know for sure I'm anemic. So I was told te get more iron. I also had a pain in my side on the right that has been bothering me. When the NP touched it , it really hurt so she thinks that it may be a UTI (damn catheder!) . So I had to get blood drawn and be oh so talented and pee in a cup. So Thursday we will see what comes of it.
I also did my 2 hour post-op class and got some helpful information. Like how to schedule my water intake, protien and how much food to have and when. It was great. I also picked up a pair of Sketchers Shape Up shoes today. I can't wait to get them laced up and ready for a walk! So today was very long, but very PRODUCTIVE. I'm so exhausted! I was also glad to know that a nap is okay. That rest is the most important thing that I can get so I don't over do anything in my day. I thought I was being too weak! Thank God! But I do have to fit in a walk and keep active throughout my day. So There we go! Now it's time to run with this info and make my adjustments and do better and keep a schedule. I actually like structure!
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I also did my 2 hour post-op class and got some helpful information. Like how to schedule my water intake, protien and how much food to have and when. It was great. I also picked up a pair of Sketchers Shape Up shoes today. I can't wait to get them laced up and ready for a walk! So today was very long, but very PRODUCTIVE. I'm so exhausted! I was also glad to know that a nap is okay. That rest is the most important thing that I can get so I don't over do anything in my day. I thought I was being too weak! Thank God! But I do have to fit in a walk and keep active throughout my day. So There we go! Now it's time to run with this info and make my adjustments and do better and keep a schedule. I actually like structure!
Thanks!
Jul 19, 2010
I want to thank everyone who accepted my add and emailed me. You guys are so sweet! I am glad to find more people to share this journey with and who we can lean on during this dramatic life change. It is great to the support of others in your shoes. I am open to any questions and can talk about anything. So ask away. I am so glad to meet you all and hope we can build some great friendships! Take care and email me anytime! Talk to you all soon and have a great week! 
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Feeling Great!
Jul 18, 2010
This is my 3rd day of waking up feeling GREAT! I was a little tired because my 2 year old kept getting up, but all in all I think I woke feeling really good. I went back to Walmart to get some more of that Protien shot and found a 6 pack for $9.98. I also found a $1 off coupon on the Bodyfortress.com site. So I was pretty happy.
-I'm working more on getting more water in. My Medic-Alert bracelet turns around alot now and my fingers don't look like sausages. I was able to put on my wedding rings again a week after surgery and not cut off the circulation in my ring finger!
-I found my knees and my belly button!
I knew where they were, I just couldn't see them. I was able to shave my legs without cutting myself and being out of breath.
-I was able to finish my laundry in one day. I haven't been able to do that in a long time.
-I was able to run errands and get alot done before feeling too tired.
All of these things are so amazing to me and have just been a memory of what I USED TO BE ABLE TO DO. NOW I CAN!
-My tummy has healed very well and I can now just feel a little swelling, but not too much.
-I love being able to wake up with little or no pain in my joints. Laugh or sneeze without peeing myself or wearing a pad.
- And the best part is that now I can cuddle with my husband again! I missed that so much. It just seemed that when I was bigger it was too hard to cuddle up together because my butt was too big and it felt like someone was sufficating me in my sleep and it was because of my weight.
I love these changes and I'm getting used to not having or wanting all the crap I used to love and thought tasted great. I did almost reach for a Coca-Cola at the check out stand just out of habit. Are you kidding I would be so sick if I had one of those! But I have survived it this far. I can't imagine going back to a life style that didn't seem to fit me. I love that my clothes are baggy and that I CAN look at stuff that doesn't have 3x on the tag or says size 24! Even my shoes are getting to be too big! Imagine that!
I can't wait o be able to take a bubble bath in my own tub!
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-I'm working more on getting more water in. My Medic-Alert bracelet turns around alot now and my fingers don't look like sausages. I was able to put on my wedding rings again a week after surgery and not cut off the circulation in my ring finger!
-I found my knees and my belly button!
I knew where they were, I just couldn't see them. I was able to shave my legs without cutting myself and being out of breath.-I was able to finish my laundry in one day. I haven't been able to do that in a long time.
-I was able to run errands and get alot done before feeling too tired.
All of these things are so amazing to me and have just been a memory of what I USED TO BE ABLE TO DO. NOW I CAN!
-My tummy has healed very well and I can now just feel a little swelling, but not too much.
-I love being able to wake up with little or no pain in my joints. Laugh or sneeze without peeing myself or wearing a pad.
- And the best part is that now I can cuddle with my husband again! I missed that so much. It just seemed that when I was bigger it was too hard to cuddle up together because my butt was too big and it felt like someone was sufficating me in my sleep and it was because of my weight.
I love these changes and I'm getting used to not having or wanting all the crap I used to love and thought tasted great. I did almost reach for a Coca-Cola at the check out stand just out of habit. Are you kidding I would be so sick if I had one of those!
But I have survived it this far. I can't imagine going back to a life style that didn't seem to fit me. I love that my clothes are baggy and that I CAN look at stuff that doesn't have 3x on the tag or says size 24! Even my shoes are getting to be too big! Imagine that!I can't wait o be able to take a bubble bath in my own tub!
PROTIEN! I FOUND SOMETHING I CAN HANDLE!
Jul 17, 2010
Ok, I have been on a quest to find a protien drink that I can handle and keep down. I've been doing the powdered shakes and they were ok at first, but milk is making me sick. I've tried the lactose free milk and that was ok, but I felt gross after. So today I went to Walmart and found a Tube by Body Fortress called SUPER WHEY PROTIEN SHOT and it looks like a big huge test tube and the flavor was fruit punch. It was great. I was told to have half in the morning and the other half before dinner. It didn't taste bad at all and I had it warm. There is 26g of protien in the tube and you can keep one in your purse when you are on the go. They are about $1.50 a tube, but it is so worth it when you don't get sick. So I am very happy with it. 
I have my 1 month post-op appointment on Tuesday. I still have to do my labs. I wonder what they will say. 
Hopefully I am on track and that they are happy with my progress so far and will let me go on to do a full workout. 
I'd love to try some pilates. So I guess we will see how it all goes.
Dinner
Jul 13, 2010
I am hoping that tonight I will be able to have a decent dinner. i was think 1 1/2 oz of chicken as I was directed and hopefully 1 oz of veggies. I just hope that I can eat it in piece and keep it down. I still have yet to get in my protien shake today, but I know it NEEDS to happen so If I need to I will line the glasses up and do the "Protien experiment" that's if I don't get full first! lol! Trial and error, baby! Wish me luck! 
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Dreams
Jul 13, 2010
I had a dream last night that I went to a Daughtry concert and had crappy seats behind the group. Then all of a sudden Chris Daughtry comes out and looks around and sees me. He comes over to me and say " You are just too cute, come sit over here" I had told him that it was my birthday and then he sang to me! (Of course I was a skinny me-lol!) After that me and a few other people were on the road with him and the band and we were just having a good time talking and walking around with them. It was a trip! I haven't had a dream like that since I was in love with New Kids on the Block as a teenager. (I still like Jordan Knight!) I thought tat this was too funny, but a good dream. lol!
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Better Day (Day 20)
Jul 12, 2010
I woke up in better sprits today. I think if I let the small things get me down (like being sick) I will never get better and I will fall into a depression. I hate the person I am when I am depressed. 
But I am going to try to do some housework today. Not full force, like I would like, but I think I could atleast clean up the livingroom and sort the laundry. Now that evryone is back at work I like having the house to myself (with the babies). That way I can venture in doing things without someone freaking out. 
I wish I could have some caffiene! I'd have alot of stuff done if I can have a Starbucks (nonfat white mocha). Too bad I can't have a pastry with it, but I'll live. There are certain things that I see that used to be automatic. Like have a pastry with my coffee, left over pizza in the morning, or even a Coca-Cola. That is how I would get hrough the day! Just eating junk because I made no time for myself.
In the beginning I felt a little selfish because I had to think about what I could eat and should I eat before everyone else so I don't get anything stuck. Do have to be a closet eater? Can I keep myself calm durng a dinner with my family? Probably not right away, but It is hard to concentrate on your chewing while having a conversation at the dinner table. I wonder what it will be like during the holidays. I know I won't be able to eat like before, but I'm okay with that. By that time I should be down to almost my goal weight. I need to be the first one to surround myself with good, positive thoughts and know that it will get easier with time. I look at my profile pic of me and my husband and I don't want to be that big again. The weight loss that I have experienced so far has changed me for the better. I'm a little more confident and when I look in my closet at all my old skinny clothes I now know I will be back in them! It is very exciting. The only time I wore a dress for my husband was my wedding dress! 
I want to get a nice dress and wear it in confidence and with pride. I know I will soon.
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But I am going to try to do some housework today. Not full force, like I would like, but I think I could atleast clean up the livingroom and sort the laundry. Now that evryone is back at work I like having the house to myself (with the babies). That way I can venture in doing things without someone freaking out. I wish I could have some caffiene! I'd have alot of stuff done if I can have a Starbucks (nonfat white mocha). Too bad I can't have a pastry with it, but I'll live. There are certain things that I see that used to be automatic. Like have a pastry with my coffee, left over pizza in the morning, or even a Coca-Cola. That is how I would get hrough the day! Just eating junk because I made no time for myself. In the beginning I felt a little selfish because I had to think about what I could eat and should I eat before everyone else so I don't get anything stuck. Do have to be a closet eater? Can I keep myself calm durng a dinner with my family? Probably not right away, but It is hard to concentrate on your chewing while having a conversation at the dinner table. I wonder what it will be like during the holidays. I know I won't be able to eat like before, but I'm okay with that. By that time I should be down to almost my goal weight. I need to be the first one to surround myself with good, positive thoughts and know that it will get easier with time. I look at my profile pic of me and my husband and I don't want to be that big again. The weight loss that I have experienced so far has changed me for the better. I'm a little more confident and when I look in my closet at all my old skinny clothes I now know I will be back in them! It is very exciting. The only time I wore a dress for my husband was my wedding dress! I want to get a nice dress and wear it in confidence and with pride. I know I will soon.
Blah!
Jul 11, 2010
Today I just couldn't get started! I felt so sick and very tired. I had my vitamins and drank my water throughout the day, but it just sucks that I feel so crappy. I had a soup my mother made and that made me feel a little bit better. But I just feel so exhausted. I had a protien shake last night and it didn't agree with me. I love my shakes and now my tummy can't handle it. I just wish something can sooth my new pouch! I don't want to get sick of chicken broth and I don't want to have something that will make me throw up...I'm actually afraid to eat today! Maybe I need to just have some uninterrupted sleep and maybe some watermelon and see if that will be ok. 
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I love my shakes and now my tummy can't handle it. I just wish something can sooth my new pouch! I don't want to get sick of chicken broth and I don't want to have something that will make me throw up...I'm actually afraid to eat today! Maybe I need to just have some uninterrupted sleep and maybe some watermelon and see if that will be ok.
About Me
Merced, CA
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25.2
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Surgery
06/23/2010
Surgery Date
Jun 28, 2010
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