Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Failures are only stepping stones.... - to your victory/success. A true failure is only when you give up. Failure is meant to be a learning experience so that you can succeed. So the only true failure is when you give up...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Failures are only stepping stones.... - to your victory/success. A true failure is only when you give up. Failure is meant to be a learning experience so that you can succeed. So the only true failure is when you give up...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Anyone have or getting the jitters yet? - Right now, not too much, but I'm sure this time next week will be a different story. Right now I'm looking forward to the 1st week post op thin liquid. At least then I'll be off th...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Sleevers... - Just in case you weren't aware. OH does have a board specific to the VSG surgery. It's a great group that offers awesome support from those who have been there and done that. Join ...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
November Sleevers - Our dates are coming up fast! 1 week and 2 days for me! Join our November forum and let's support one another. November Group

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Finally Under 450! - Feeling good too! It's been a long time since I have seen under 450lb. Less than 2 weeks away for surgery, but I already feel like I'm on the loser's bench.

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Over the Hump: Day 15 Loser's Bench Boot Camp Repo - Over the Halfway point. I'm still on plan but man is it still tough. I don't think it is because of hunger as much as it is this God Awful after taste from the Optifast. I am so lo...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
T Minus 2 Weeks and Counting... - This time November 6th I will be in the process of having my sleeve done and joining the loser's bench. Looking forward to it, also looking forward to having something other than O...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Loser's Bench Boot Camp Report Day's 9-12 (Shark S - First off what a great weekend. Pre-op was great with 25lb loss so far. And reat anniversary dinner with wife at Cracker Barrel (Approved and planned deviation). Saturday morning ...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Pre-Op Appointment Report and 5th Year Wedding Ann - Went to see Dr. Heider today for my pre op appointment. I must say I am more thrilled all the time. Dr. Heider is top notch and may be videoing my surgery to use for his seminars a...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Psych Eval Today ?? - What can I expect? Just curious...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Short Fuse... - One thing I have noticed and unfortunately others around me is my attitude. It is beginning to sour. I don't know if it's the Chantix that I've taken for a few weeks now with no ef...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Pre-Op NSV - Now that I am 17.2 lbs down from my last weigh in, and 20.2 lbs from my highest recorded weight, I am noticing my pants beginning to fit better. I can actually wear them where they...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Loser's Bench Boot Camp Report Day 5 - Today is day 5 of my 4 week Opti Fast Pre Op Diet. So far I am feeling much better today. Montezuma's Revenge has begun! Liquid in liquid out they say, but has finally set in for m...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
SV and Loser's Bench Boot Camp Check In - Today I am completing day 4 of my 4 week Pre-Op Diet. Days 1-3 for me was real easy, but the first half of today sucked. Today was homecoming at church, so you can only imagine the...

Sammy D. wrote a blog post 9 years, 5 months ago
Loser's Bench Boot Camp Report - Just keeping a log of how things are going during my 4 Week Optifast diet. 10-9-14 Day 1 - It wasn't too bad. Only mild to moderate headaches. Wasn't too hungry, but I did have an...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
How long did it take post op to.... - 1. Quit hurting in bones and joints? 2. Come off BP and METFORMIN? 3. Come off CPAP Therapy? 4. Felt better overall?

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
CrossPost: The Naked Truth, Why I'm Having WLS (VS - Thursday I begin my 4 week Loser's Bench Boot Camp (Optifast Pre Op Diet). I began to think about what I am about to embark upon. Though I have been nothing but excited and anxious...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Hello... - Hey guys. I'm Sammy and I hang out mostly in the VSG Board, but figured I'd also join you guys here. No offense to the ladies, but it's good to hang out with the guys sometime. I'...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Getting Closer and Closer..... - Hello Surgery Buddies! What procedure are you having and when? Let's get this board active and get to know/support one another. Our surgery dates are rapidly approaching! I'm Havi...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Is anyone out there??? - Wow this board is dead. Where is everyone?

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
The Naked Truth, Why I'm Having WLS (Long) - After my post yesterday about debating on food funerals before I begin my 4 week Loser's Bench Boot Camp (Optifast Pre Op Diet) I began to think about what I am about to embark upo...

Sammy D. wrote a blog post 9 years, 5 months ago
The Naked Truth, Why I'm Having WLS. - After my post yesterday about debating on food funerals before I begin my 4 week Loser's Bench Boot Camp (Optifast Pre Op Diet) I began to think about what I am about to embark upo...

Sammy D. wrote a blog post 9 years, 5 months ago
The Great Debate - Well here I am. In the short roads in preparation for a complete and total life change. In just 3 very short days, I begin what forever will change my life. I start the Loser's Ben...

Sammy D. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
The Great Debate - Well here I am. In the short roads in preparation for a complete and total life change. In just 3 very short days, I begin what forever will change my life. I start the Loser's Ben...
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New Bern, NC
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11/06/2014
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Jul 08, 2014
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