MsJazzyMiss
Surgery is over and it's been a challenge
Jun 19, 2008
I have had my fill of proteins shakes and pureered soups. Hopefully after next week I'll be ready to add to my menu.
It been on week today and I have lost a total of 14 lbs. since surgery. I try update my weight lost progress once a month as I know it can be motivating to see when going through the same journey or starting the journey.
I Cant' Wait!!
May 26, 2008
I have approximately 18 days to go before I start my journey. I am excited however I am beginning to feel a bit of anxiety. Reading the blogs of other who have already started their journey helps by giving me information on what to expect pre and post surgery. I think I'll start to sample the protein drinks next week so that hopefully I'll find one that is pleasing to me prior to by surgery.
I know I am probably wrong, but I have not told my adult children that I am having open RNY. They think I am having another lap band implanted. If you read my blog I had a lap band in 2003 and it worked wonders however I became will (due to no fault of the band or doctor) and had to have it removed just shy of one year later. It's now 2008 and I have regained all that I lost and decided to go with the RNY. My oldest daughter is fearful that I may have complications. Unfortunately their dad passed away in early 2003 and they are afraid of losing me as well. I pray that I am doing the right thing by not telling them. If you read by blog your opinions would be welcomed.
I am in a new relationship now and recently became engaged. My new husband to be is not so keen on the surgery however he understands why I want and need to lose weight to improve my health. I have faith that God will guide my doctor's hands and bless me with a safe and successful surgery.
I've Been Approved
May 08, 2008
Happy Birthday to Me!!
May 03, 2008
Hello all - it's been a while since I last posted, but things are going great. My doctor's office has submitted my paperwork to Cigna for review. If all goes well I'll soon be on my way to a healthier life. Yesterday was my birthday so I took the day off from work, slept late, had a shopping trip to my favorite store, Macy's and had dinner with my sweetie at The Cheesecake Factory - ate low cal/low fat of course!! But the best present of all - my man proposed marriage and of course I said YES. I am so fortunate to have found such as wonderful man. We have been dating for almost 4 years so I guess it was time and I was so ready.
Hopefully by my next post I'll have my answer from Cigna. If it''s God's will it will be.
Three Down & Three to GO
Mar 19, 2008
I have complete the required psych eval, nutrition class, cardiac eval, throid panel so all that's left is 3 more months of my doctor supervised diet. I hate to say this after my last month's post but I am having such a difficult time trying to stay motivated to diet. I guess if I was able to stick wth a diet plan I wouldn't be trying to turn to surgery to help me lose weight. I find that I am an emotional eater. Had a rough day at work yesterday and what did I do? I treated myself to all those things that I love, carrot cake, bread & butter, mixed nuts. Why! I always wind up feeling guilty after these binges. It will definitely be a battle the next 3 months but I will not give up the fight!! I did this virtual model so that I see what I actually look like. I hate looking in mirrors these days especially a side view. You know when you pass by a building with windows, I refuse to look at myself because I have gain so much weight since I had my lap band removed. It was my crutch and I loved my band but it didn't love me!! This is me now, but hopefully not for long.
It's Febuary - 2 months down, 4 months to go
Feb 16, 2008
I have decided to try to hit the gym or at least be a little more actve. I have a treadmill that has been collecting dust maybe it's time to put it into use now. I am hoping that by building up my stamina will help me achive a speedy recovery after surgery.
On with my challenge - month #3 here I come!!
New Year, New Insurance, New Requirements
Jan 18, 2008
December 29, 2007
Dec 28, 2007
An early Happy New Year to everyone.
My quest for a revision is temporary on hold. My insurance is changing eff. 1/1/08 so even though I had all my paperwork done and ready to submit to insurance I asked by doctor's office to wait until the new year. I was really hoping to avoid this, but thing usually happen for the best. My new plan will be Cigna. I'll post again when I have a definite date - wish me luck.
December 24, 2007
Dec 24, 2007
Wishing everyone a blessed Christmas.
Just a little about myself. I am 57 years old, widowed, 4 loving, grown children and 2 sweet as sugar grandsons. I live in sunny Florida and I am loving life.
I have spent countless hours contemplating once again undergoing surgery to conquer the obesity beast. I have obtained an abundance of informaiton regarding procedures, physcians, insurance so I I though I should share my journey as well. Maybe it will be helpful to someone else.
Approximately 4 years ago I decided that the lap band was the way to go. Things went well and I managed to lose weight (I started out at 245 and in less than a year I was down to 165), quite a success for a bander. Unfortunately I became ill and my band slipped. It took doctors about a week to find out what the problem was, but I should have returned to my original surgeon because he probaby could have known what my problem was immediately. After a weeks hospital stay I came one weighting 145. To make a long story short, my band was removed. The first couple of years I was able to keep my weight within an acceptable range until I had to going on prenesone for an illness. I was heart broken because I know what this medication can do, but if my life depends on me taking this medication, I can't challenge the doctor's recommendation.
Now my weight is up to 239 +/- a few pounds and all the medical issues that come with being overweight have now resurfaced. So it's back to Dr. Overcash, but this time I am planning gastric bypass. My paperwork has been submitted, now it's up to the insurance company.
Please wish me luck gettng approved and pray that if approved I will be blessed with an uneventful surgery.
God bless you all.
