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Donna,

That was real inspirational I really appreciate you sharing that with us and tell your sister thanks also. I hope that you are continuing to feel better. Have you started to eat foods yet?

Hugs to you,

Tammy
Donna <jangles3@...

http://www.mayyoubeblessedmovie.com/

If you click on the above I hope it will make you feel as wonderful as it did me.

My youngest sister is always sending these beautiful movies, poems, etc.

I feel that they are so uplifting in times of need or just to plain make us feel good.

Donna M.
11/14/06
268/233/131
Dr. Dyer

I haven't had night sweats since my surgery. Hope it is the same
for you.
Pat in RI

Hi Group,
My name is Becky and I have just joined this group. I was referred
by my family doctor to have the gastric bypass surgery done and I
was hoping I could get some information. I have BCBS insurance and
I know they cover the surgery if I meet all of the requirements, and
I believe I do. I am waiting to hear back from the surgeon's office
to set up an appointment for a consultation.
Let me tell you a little about myself. I am 32 and have always been
overweight. I am 5'7 and weigh 295 pounds. This is an all time
high for me. I do not have any health problems, except for the
commom back and knee pains, and I have been referred to a sleep
clinic because my OB/GYN thinks I may have sleep apnea. But I'm not
sure on that one. Nothing in my medical history though. I was
hoping someone could tell me what all if involved in the pre-op
stage. I have heard you have to have the past 5 years of your diet
history. This is something that BCBS requires. My question is, I
have always tried dieting and exercise on my own. I do not have
any "proof" of this. Will the insurance company require that I have
tried Jenny Craig or Weight watchers? I have never been able to
afford to join these groups. I have tried the low fat, low carb,
slimfast, metabolite, exercise, aerobics, Myrtle Beach diet, Magic
Herb, grapefruit and several others. I am really worried about this
and since I have not even talked to the surgeon yet, I am not sure
what they are expecting. Can someone help me understand exactly
what it is they are going to be looking for and if anyone can give
me any advice at all about what I need to do or should do before I
see the surgeon (or after) PLEASE let me know! Thank you so much
for your help and sorry for such a long post. If you want to email
me privately that is fine also. I have to have this surgery. If I
don't get approved with my insurance, I can never afford to pay it
out of my own pocket. If I don't have this surgery, I probably will
not be around to see my kids grow up. And I know I will not see my
Grandkids. Please give me any advice that you can.
Thanks again for all of your help!
Becky

The Dr that suggested this to you might be able to write a note stating that
you have tried to loose weight under his care .. mine did that for me.
A lot of insurance places want to see something that you have tried to loose
weight by a DR's care. And you can list all the diets you have tried

Thanks Donna!
Congrats on your loss too! I hope you're doing better!
Kim Royalty
359/196/150
Dr. Olsen, March 20th, 2006

Thanks so much!!

I don't know about the protien shakes but with the yeast you can add it as
you are ready to drink it so it would not lose the benifits. 2 table spoons
is about half of your normal daily protein needs and you can add that
though out the day as you need to eat.
My daughter drinks a yeast shake every morning, 1 cup oj, 1 raw egg, 1
bannanna and 2 table spoon yeast and she says she is not hungery come lunch.
But she does eat so she is not so hungery come dinner. I don't know if it is
low cal but it is low fat and much healthyer than the cerial she normally
eats. She loves the taste and always adds more yeast. I don't really care
for the amount she uses but I can add the normal serving to oj and it tastes
just fine.
Susan K

You know I was real good about taking my vits at the beginning, now
im very bad, i go weeks with not taking them. I need to get my blood
work done asap, and make sure everything is ok, and get back on
track with my vits, but i feel so good most of the time... besides
the bm issues, i feel great!!! But i am COLD all the time, and that
worries me.. i am never warm, unless i have 3 shirts on and sitting
next to the fireplace!!! must be lack of iron :( thanks for the
reminder.. ill be 2 years out in march of 05...

http://www.mayyoubeblessedmovie.com/

If you click on the above I hope it will make you feel as wonderful as it did me.

My youngest sister is always sending these beautiful movies, poems, etc.

I feel that they are so uplifting in times of need or just to plain make us feel good.

Donna M.

11/14/06

268/233/131

Dr. Dyer

I live in Hohenwald, TN and am looking for an exercise partner in my area.

Any one out there?

Melissa

AMEN!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! THAT'S AWESOME!!!!!!!
You're doing GRREEAAATTTT, JILLLLL!!!!!!!!
Linda

I did not start losing my hair till my 5th month after surgery.. but
unfortunatley it lasted for about 10 months... i was VERY upset, the
biotin did help a little, and upping the protien proved a noticable
difference in my hair loss, so start the biotin as soon as you can
and stick with it. This was one little thing that I did not know
before my surgery or anytime actually till it started happenin to
me, so im so glad all of you who are just getting started KNOW about
it. I had no one to tell me, and i was scared to death!!! I am kind
of vain about my hair, it was very thick and beautiful, its not any
more.. i had to cut it short and it never grew back lush like it
was :( however you have to consider what i gained with this surgery,
a whole new life. THat is worth any head of hair, any time... so
putting in in perspective I still would have done it had i known,
just would be been nice to KNOW before hand!!
...I use biotin and have not lost any hair yet (knock on wood), and
I am 4 months out today. I don't know if it is helping or I just
have not gotten to the point that I will start loosing yet...

Why did you not get your meds?? did they not give or you just didn't take. I
take meds that can be crushed and I need them so bad other wise I turn in
the worlds biggest bitch. Can I take my meds with me and take them.... I
suppose I should ask my Dr.
I think I am perimenopausal and I am wondering if that will change. The
night sweats are so bad.
I know that as we lose the weight our hormone levels will change and be a
bit out of wack. I am expecting that some. What have you done to releave
some of the symptoms?
Susan K

I am just getting started with the OH website. I
would appreciate it if some of you would put me on
your friends list if you don't mind.
Thanks,
Linda B

I went shopping with a friend yesterday to Macy's and Bergner's Dept.
stores. I knew there would be some good markdowns so I was ready to
shop....I mean really ready!
I am amazed as I STILL go directly to the Women's Dept. I then got
a 'grip' and headed to the Misses. I picked up a faux suede
shirt/jacket in a size XL and put it in my cart. I noticed another
good friend of mine was shopping so she stopped me and we talked.
She looked at the shirt and said gee, that looks big. I hadn't tried
it on but that's what I 'thought' I wore. I proceded to try it on.
IT WAS TOO BIG!!! Oh my gosh, I then 'RAN' to get a size Large and
it fit. I wanted to cry...it just was unbelieveable. I think I was
in 8th grade when I wore a Large.
It was a breathtaking moment for me and I continue to thank God, Dr.
Houston and MEEEEEEE for making this happen! I think we need to give
ourselves more credit for what we've accomplished.
DO I HEAR AN AMEN, LADIES & GENTLEMEN???
Love to all,
Jilllllll

Ms. Frankie,

I hope that you and your family had a wonderful holiday. I bet you are glad to be off the road right now with all the crazy holiday drivers out there. I glanced at your surgery date and your numbers and GIRL you have dropped alot of weight!!!! WOW!!!!!! I'm so proud of you!!!!! You are doing great!!!!!

Hugs from Shelbyville,

Tammy

Ok so I see different ones talking about seeing everyone's pictures. But I guess
I must be blind or a bit pc dummy, I haven't seen anyone's pictures. Would love
to get my scanned and show too!

Hey Kim,
Sorry to hear hubby away 7 mo out of the year. Makes it hard, maybe it will
happen. If it is meant to be!
take care
Sarah
370/160 TN

Glad to hear the doctors said go for it....We were going to try for another one
but its not working .....plus my hubby is usually gone 7months out of the
year...My thoughts and prayers are with you that all works out for you...
Kim Graby
Sarah Williams <tngal@...
Thanks Kim! Glad to be apart of new wonderful fun, caring family!
Lol, oh how I wished I looked like a 12 yr old lying down, well no not really
but I do look like a 95+ grandma! Ha Ha!
You and everyone else says take my kids, please just for a little while! But hey
I am loving trying to get pregnant! Hope and pray it happens. Checked with all
my doctors and they say, go for it!

Hello. I am very distal. I am over three years out and had to think about what
life was like before surgery in order to answer you. I have mal absorption now.
I know every one has it to some degree but with me it seems more drastic. Most
of my levels after donating my blood seem to be just at the minimum. So I have
to be real religious in taking my vitamins to keep those levels at a safe level.
I also have to have at least 5 protein drinks a day. My protein absorption
through food isn't very good. But I made the decision to follow these life style
changes. And of course gas and bm can be really stinky, more so then other
surgeries because there is less common channel to digest food properly.
But then we are all different. You may be able to absorb more then me. Just keep
getting your levels checked as your doc advises.
If you have any specific questions please feel free to contact me. It is hard to
remember life before because I am enjoying life now so much more!
Good Luck.
Diane
Laurie <hevnbound1@...
I'm looking for anyone who had a very distal RNY, with a common
channel of 100 cm (approx 3 feet) or less. I'd like to hear from you
and find out how post-op life is and what differences I can expect
after my revision.
You can email me here (as I'm sure others would like to hear also) or
privately if you prefer at hevnbound1 @ msn.com <hevnbound1@m...
PLEASE don't keep silent...I need you!! And I KNOW there has to be
someone out there who fits this profile!!
Hugs,
Laurie in WI
RNY to distal RNY scheduled for 2/7/05

Hi Laurie,
I am a distal RNYer but I am not sure how much. My post-op life has
been pretty great and comparable to most other RNYers on here. I got
pureed food in the hospital after my leak test was okay and I went
home on soft foods. After my approx 2 week post-op visit to my
surgeon she told me to start regular food (whatever I could tolerate)
but I really had already done that. I can eat most things as long as
I chew chew chew and it is moist. In the beginning I ate a lot of
soups, scrambled eggs with cheese mixed in, mashed potatoes, cream of
wheat. SLowly I added in cold cuts like low-salt/fat ham, turkey,
ground beef and things of that nature. Cheese was my best friend for
awhile and now I like pickles and olives a lot too (LOL).
At 3 months out now I pretty much eat the same stuff just with more
confidence. I dumped a few times, once from fat and a couple from
sugar. Nothing serious but it happens and it is good that it does
cause it keeps you away from stuff. I threw up a couple of times
from not chewing enough and eating too fast but that was also pretty
minor.
I do a protein shake sometimes in the morning and I am going to start
doing that more often because I am not really a brakfast eater. I
take multi-vitamin (Centrum, chromagen, calcium, B-12 sublingual
3x/week, axid for reflux (don't have it but I think you take it for 6
months anyway), actigall (to keep gall stones away for 1st 6 months).
Ask away, I will answer if I can.
Good luck and God Bless,
Presh in NY
LAP RNY 10/1/04
395/315/160ish

From John Binghams Racing Chronicles.

Tied in Nots:
I recently received an email from a person who wanted to become more active. They wanted to start walking and running and maybe even compete in a few local 5 and 10 k races. They thought that being more active might be a good way to lose some weight and feel better. So far, not a bad plan.
But, they went on, they were not willing to change their eating habits, they were not willing to drink less, and they were not willing to quit smoking. Their question to me was how much activity did I think they would need to overcome the rest of their lifestyle. I didn't know how to answer.
You'd think that this approach would be unusual, but it isn't. I can remember coming in from my early runs and sitting on the sofa and lighting up. It made my son crazy. How could I do that? He would ask. Easy. Like my email friend, in those days I was tied in nots.
I was angry that I was 43 years old and 100 pounds over weight but I was NOT going to change any more than I had to. I was angry that it was getting more and more difficult to walk up steps, or mow the lawn, or wash the car but I was NOT going to stop doing the things I enjoyed. I was angry that I couldn't live an irresponsible lifestyle and still be thin, fit, and healthy.
So, when it finally occurred to me that I would have to be more active, it wasn't as though I relished the idea and jumped in with enthusiasm. Sure, I liked the idea that I was wogging [my combination of waddling and jogging] several days a week. I liked the idea that I was actually running in running shoes. And, I liked the idea that I had a few race t- shirts in my closet.
But, I was not ready to give in to the idea that my life was going to have to change. I was not ready to start thinking like an athlete. I was not ready to be a runner when I wasn't running. I was NOT going to become one of THOSE people.
No not me. I was going to be the one who found the way to be both decadent AND fit. I was going to be the one who could over eat AND over train. I was going to be the one who was NOT giving in to the benefits of being more active. And for the better part of a year, I managed to be both what I had been, and what I was trying to be.
Eventually, though, I began to realize that my priorities were changing. The more miles I had behind me, the more I began to think about the miles ahead of me. The more I ran, the more I was a runner. It became more and more difficult to NOT be an athlete. Not by design, but by default.
And I wasn't all that happy about it at first. Standing at a starting line in sub-freezing temperatures one Saturday morning I found myself questioning my own sanity. Surely there was another way. What happened to the person who drank hot coffee and smoked cigarettes on cold weekend mornings? Where had he gone? Surely he had enough sense to stay inside.
I was not that person anymore. I was a runner. I was one of those people who ran in the cold and rain and the heat and humidity. I was one of those people who wore shorts and tights in public. I was one of those people who stood in line at the grocery store and stretched.
Even now that I have been running for 8 years I'm still amused at all the things I am. But more, I'm amazed at all the things I'm not. I'm not angry any more. I'm not fighting with my own destiny. I am not afraid to find out where my limits are. And I am not afraid to accept those limits.
But more than anything, I am not afraid to change, to learn, to grow, and to look past all the things I can't be to those few that I can.
Waddle on, friends.
Julie Williams
Math Teacher
Western Math, Science, and Technology Magnet High School

THANKS TO ALL WHO REPLIED TO ME. I AM IN THE SAFE ZONE RIGHT NOW WITH MY
BLOOD LEVEL BUT I NOW KNOW WHAT I HAVE TO DO TO KEEP IT UP. I KNEW BEFORE
BUT I HAD MY SURGERY FIVE YEARS AGO SO I THOUGHT I WAS DOING THINGS RIGHT.
GOOD NUTRITION AND 1000 MGS OF IRON A DAY, THE DOCTORS SAY I SHOULD BE ABLE
TO MAINTAIN IT. I GUESS I WILL NEVER POOP AGAIN BUT AT LEAST I AM ALIVE!!!
LOL YOU ALL HAVE A GREAT DAY! DIANE IN OHIO

Hi Maryanne,
I am in TN. Thanks for the website info for the matrix and extreme smoothies.
Was just hoping to find them locally, but the internet will do.
You live in a pretty state! Never been I think my husband or father in law has
been out that way to snow ski! We are headed to Reno to go snow skiing next
month! I can't believe it, I never thought that I would do something like that,
but hey, new slimmer body, more energy, can't wait!
Have a great day!
Sarah
370/160

Thanks Linda!
Congrats to you and hubby on upcoming 3rd anniversary!
Todd and I just celebrated 3 months on the 23rd!
If you and hubby are trying as well, who knows, maybe we both will get lucky!
Hey I just like trying! LOL
Sarah
370/160 TN

AWESOME!!!! What BMI is overweight?
jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

What great news! I remember seeing your pic and info when I first
started my WL journey. I am encouraged and VERY HAPPY for you.
Jilllll

What is biotin and where do you get it?

All RIGHT Kimmy Bay-BEE! You are such a LOSER! If I wasn't so proud for you, I'd be jealous! You beat me to overweight!

And who but us folks here can be as excited as we are to be mearly overweight? [INLINE]

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houston - 420/204/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
Kim <baby12499@...

Just wanted to share my news! I calculated my BMI last night and I'm no longer obese, but
overweight!!!! WOO HOO! This has been a wild ride!!! Hope everyone is doing well!
Kim Royalty
359/196/150 -163 lbs
March 20, 2006
Dr. Olsen

Cathy Spencer (12/20/04)
http://www.PictureTrail.com/cathyspencer
http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer/

Thanks Presh!
My husband told me the same thing, wait to do the PS afterwards too. He doesn't
really care if I have the PS done, he says he loves me no matter what, but in
the same sentenced stated that if I was not happy to go for it as well. So baby
making first, hopefully pregnant soon, if it is the Lord's will. I know Todd and
I decided not to get on fertility or anything else, that if it is meant to be it
will.
Sarah
Open 370/160
Memphis

What great news! I remember seeing your pic and info when I first
started my WL journey. I am encouraged and VERY HAPPY for you.
Jilllll

Just wanted to share my news! I calculated my BMI last night and I'm no longer
obese, but
overweight!!!! WOO HOO! This has been a wild ride!!! Hope everyone is doing
well!
Kim Royalty
359/196/150 -163 lbs
March 20, 2006
Dr. Olsen

Thanks Kim! Glad to be apart of new wonderful fun, caring family!
Lol, oh how I wished I looked like a 12 yr old lying down, well no not really
but I do look like a 95+ grandma! Ha Ha!
You and everyone else says take my kids, please just for a little while! But hey
I am loving trying to get pregnant! Hope and pray it happens. Checked with all
my doctors and they say, go for it!

I use biotin and have not lost any hair yet (knock on wood), and I am 4 months
out today. I don't know if it is helping or I just have not gotten to the point
that I will start loosing yet. But I will continue to take it in case that is
why.
Carmen <kccjer@...
don't know if it does or not)
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

I'm looking for anyone who had a very distal RNY, with a common
channel of 100 cm (approx 3 feet) or less. I'd like to hear from you
and find out how post-op life is and what differences I can expect
after my revision.
You can email me here (as I'm sure others would like to hear also) or
privately if you prefer at hevnbound1 @ msn.com <hevnbound1@m...
PLEASE don't keep silent...I need you!! And I KNOW there has to be
someone out there who fits this profile!!
Hugs,
Laurie in WI
RNY to distal RNY scheduled for 2/7/05

Cathy, sorry I missed your call. I believe we were at the doctor's
office with 'the patient'. I have a new phone and I am learning the
functions and I must admit I don't check it often. Jim was able to
return to work today so he's happy....but the dog is lonely!
I can totally understand as I read your reasons to be in a funk...my
thoughts and prayers are with you!
Love ya,
Jilllll

Gloria Thank you so much...Hes proud because he decided he needed to lose weight
too...he was actully over by Navy Standars even though hes 6'3 so he dropped 60
pounds..He has taken up like I have and dont drink sodas and such like
that...trust me I still look in the mirror sometimes and I am like is that
really me....You will be there soon enough...one day at a Time is what I say...
Hugs
Kim Graby
Gloria Coliton <gcoliton@...
Hi Kim,
I just had a chance to look at your pictures - You're
beautiful. You have a lot to be proud of - and your
husband looks pretty proud too. Great job and thanks
for the inspiration. I'm only a week away to the
losing side, but I can't even imagine what I will look
like when I'm thin. And I have to keep reminding
myself that is why I'm doing this - to get thin and
healthy. Maybe this summer it will be easier to
imagine. Congratulations again!
Gloria
Open RNY
Jan. 27, 2005
453/ /175????

Thanks Jill

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houston - 420/204/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

Ms. Spencer.....boy oh boy, do I relate to what you said about how
you're feeling, especially...would anyone notice if I disappeared and
why do I have to be the strong one! Gosh, you labeled that one, my
friend. AND YES, FUNKY is the word I used....it was just a general
feeling I had so I guess it's a feeling we all share at one time or
the other. Poor me was another one....you nailed that one too, my
dear!
Now about you making comments often...I think you are so
knowledgeable and soooooo sweet/caring, but you can comment when and
if you darn well feel like it as far as I am concerned. I bet the
others would agree with me. You can take a 'breather' and
REGROUP...that is exactly what you deserve. That's what I had to
do. It does help.
Holidays are hard....so you do what you feel is best for YOU! I am
here if you need me.....I CARE!!!!
Sending lots of love & IL hugs to you,
Jilllllllll

I have read somewhere that you should consume your
protein shakes within an hour of making it as it loses
it's protein after sitting for too long.

Thanks Janie

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houston - 420/204/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
Dearest Cathy,
I know what you are feeling these days. I've been a funk all weekened. The weather doesn't help.
I'm sorry you're feeling so "funky". I'm in a funk because I'm frustrated because even if I get approved, I still can't have surgery until March because I have a Statistics class that I have to take for my BSN. I need to take it because I've dropped it twice already and I have to have it for my nursing research class which will start in May.

I can't believe I've let myself get so big! I went shopping today for a pair of black dress pants...I've grown out of all of my clothes! I had to get a 26 in the pants and a 26/28 in the shirt! I'm just SICK! But on the positive side I got them at Catos and I didn't have to pay too much for them. I have only 2 pair of jeans and a couple of shirts I can wear. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel, it's not as long as it has been till surgery.

Cathy, I'm glad that you shared that all of those feelings of insecurities don't go away with the fat. You've just proven that the surgery isn't a magic bullet to get rid of all of your insecurities and your stinkin' thinkin'. Thanks for bringing me back to reality my friend.

I hope you feel better soon my dear!
Janie

Dora,
I'm right there with you, not ashamed or sorry for what I've done. I was more
ashamed for how I had let myself get the way I was than for what I've done to
make my life better. I've been given a second chance at a healthier life and
I've taken ahold with both hands. Your doing great Dora and a true inspiration.
Hugs,
Laurette
4/23/04 open rny
309/290/210/160
St. Vincent Charity
Cleveland, Ohio

Gloria,
I have no doubt that you will be able to walk the 10 blocks once you return. I
am amazed every day at how much more I can do now than I could before. You are
going to feel like a new woman.
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houston - 420/204/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
I think March 24 will be partly a defunking party in addition to being a reunion!

jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

We have a lot of 'funking' going on out there.....we need a big DE -
FUNKING party! Too bad I am so far away....I'd volunteer my house
for a get-away.
I totally agree about the weather playing a HUGE part in how we
feel....I know January is a yucky month in Illinois and it's very
hard not to get in a FUNKY mood.
Love to allllll,
Jillllll

Thanks Karen

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houston - 420/204/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
aunteefluff <keens@...

Sorry to hear that you have been in a funk, Cathy. I understand and
believe everything you say. I was in a funk myself last week,
feeling sorry for myself, disgusted that I hadn't done any better
than I have (but, it was all my fault and I know it), but it is true
that we will always have the feelings of insecurity that comes with
obesity. We have to work on those issues as well as learning to not
eat like we did. I have committed to getting back on track and will
need yours and everyones support. I don't post alot, but I do read
and I am going to do more posting. I feel this will really help me.
Hang in there everybody. We all need each other. Together, we can
get through all the little obstacles, and with God, we will get
through everything. I don't know many of you and I am hoping to get
to know all of you much better, but I can say that I Love each and
everyone of you.
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen

I agree. I feel no shame whatsoever for having this surgery. It is not
completely my fault that I could not loose the weight. Part of the weight that
we gain is genetic. Some people are predisposed to be heavier than others. I
tried to diet again and again. I look at this surgery as a blessing in my life
not a shameful way out. And as I have said before, the National Institute of
Health released their findings not too long ago that less than 1% of the
morbidly obese can take the weight off and keep it off. I hold my head up and
am proud to tell people what I have done. But that is how I am and how I deal
with it. Not everyone feels the same. Just wanted to put my 2 cents out there.
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

We totally ROCK!!!!!!!!!

Tammy
jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

AMAZING....simply amazing!
Jillllll

Linda,
My surgeon and nutritionist tell us to take a multi-vitamin in the morning with
at least 600 calcium and then another multi-vitamin and calcium at night. They
said that since we have bypassed the duodenum we do not absorb like we used to.
Therefore we need to double what we take to be sure to get adaquit nutrion. You
might try upping what you take to help get your levels back in balance.
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

Jill...If you hadn't said anything I wouldn't have even noticed. I had to go back and get it out of the trash and look for the mistake...lol.

Tammy
jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

I gave you a new name in my email to you...sorry!!! And I thought my
fingers were lighter....darn.
Jillllll

Tina,
One of the things that you need to watch out for is how much sugar alcohol is in
the things you buy. The sugar free wafers you bought might have been made with
this to lower the sugar in the item. All the new low carb chocolates and what
not are full of sugar alcohol. Sugar alcholo will cause diarrea. So be careful
when you are buying that it is not loaded with it.
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

That's a sweet thing to say Jill and I have my pom poms right here on my desk.....Bonita will appreciate them as I do because they are ROLL TIDE origionals...lol.....so I am ready to start cheering. [INLINE]

Love ya from TN,

Tammy
jyllyann1 <jyllyann@...

Hey, Girl....we appreciate your postings and I think you have
qualified for the cheerleading squad. Now get your uniform out and
dust off your pom poms!!!!!
Love ya,
Jilllllll

Presh,
I am around. Just feeling kind of blah the last few days. No real problem just
not too chatty. I am feeling better today though. Thank you so much for
thinking of me. That means a lot to me.
Dora
Lap RNY 9-20-04
Vanderbilt Hospital
Nashville, TN
447-365-165
-Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission.-
Eleanor Roosevelt

It's Jillll from Illinois....I just wanted you to know that I will be
thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers as your surgery date
progresses! We are all here for YOU! This is the place where you
want to visit when you need help/have a question/state a concern or
just want to read emails from the LOOOOSERS and LOOOOOSERS TO-BE.
As Sandi stated, there will ALWAYS be negative people in your
life....I chose to be very selective on who I talked to about my
surgery. You are in control!!!!! I had a couple good friends who
said they didn't want me to have it. I just simply said, I have
researched this surgery and this is what I have chosen to do for me.
I even have people who will NOT say a word to me about my
weightloss...like my looks have not changed. I personally think each
of us should surround ourselves with people who care about us as we
care about them!!! That way it's a mutual admiration society if you
know what I mean.
You are in great hands with the Nashville doctors....each of them are
wonderful! God has blessed them with an amazing talent as they have
touched so many lives.
Take care....keep your chin up HIGH. We'll be with you each step of
the way. Wishing you a HEALTHY & MOST HAPPY 2007, Amanda.
Hugs,
Jilllll
Dr. Houston 6/6/06
275/208

What a great feeling when someone comments on your 'NEW LOOK'...and a
good way to end the year and bring in 2007.
Keep it up!
Hugs,
Jillllll

AMAZING....simply amazing!
Jillllll

Hey I am here we have been focused on family here since Philip got
home :) We have had a wonderful holiday and just stuck close to
home .We have been battleing colds here yuk but all are on the mend
I went to lunch today with some gals from the OH Tenn board and had a
blast of course I am dog tired since we were out bringing in the yr
last nite with old freinds . I went to High school with him and our
kids have grown up togather due to some changes we have not seen
each other in over 6 months . My New look was quite the hit :)
Cathy thanks for asking about me I hope everyone has a great New
Year
Laura

Hi Kim,
I just had a chance to look at your pictures - You're
beautiful. You have a lot to be proud of - and your
husband looks pretty proud too. Great job and thanks
for the inspiration. I'm only a week away to the
losing side, but I can't even imagine what I will look
like when I'm thin. And I have to keep reminding
myself that is why I'm doing this - to get thin and
healthy. Maybe this summer it will be easier to
imagine. Congratulations again!
Gloria
Open RNY
Jan. 27, 2005
453/ /175????

We have a lot of 'funking' going on out there.....we need a big DE -
FUNKING party! Too bad I am so far away....I'd volunteer my house
for a get-away.
I totally agree about the weather playing a HUGE part in how we
feel....I know January is a yucky month in Illinois and it's very
hard not to get in a FUNKY mood.
Love to allllll,
Jillllll

Hi Lynn
When is your surgery and what kind?
Gloria

I gave you a new name in my email to you...sorry!!! And I thought my
fingers were lighter....darn.
Jillllll

Hey Julia,
Thanks for the words of encouragement, we ALL need those every
once in awhile. I am glad to hear you had no problems with your surgery but
hopefully your they can figure out your low sugar issue.
This site is "THE BEST", I really enjoy reading these emails, even if they are
personal matters but we still hae to talk about them. If we don't talk about
them here, I'm sure no one would talk about them at all.
It is so nice to be able to ask questions and get honest answers instead of
"sugar coating" it. Of course, you have to take the good with the bad but
hopefully here most is good, everyone is different so that also makes it hard to
judge how someone is going to come out of this surgery.
Thanks for your help, Germaine in Michigan

Hey, Girl....we appreciate your postings and I think you have
qualified for the cheerleading squad. Now get your uniform out and
dust off your pom poms!!!!!
Love ya,
Jilllllll

Just wanted to take a minute and say hello and let you know I
appreciated your email of conern....WE ARE FAMILY! Hmmmmmm, that
could be a song : - )))
Anyway, I hope things go better for you, keep posting or keep reading
whatever works for you. I know I've did some self-talk over the
weekend to focus on me and my journey. It's not selfish, it's
just 'taking care of business'. WE ARE WORTH IT!!!!
Take care, know that I am thinking of you!
Wishing you a GREAT 2007.
Jillllll

Ms. Spencer.....boy oh boy, do I relate to what you said about how
you're feeling, especially...would anyone notice if I disappeared and
why do I have to be the strong one! Gosh, you labeled that one, my
friend. AND YES, FUNKY is the word I used....it was just a general
feeling I had so I guess it's a feeling we all share at one time or
the other. Poor me was another one....you nailed that one too, my
dear!
Now about you making comments often...I think you are so
knowledgeable and soooooo sweet/caring, but you can comment when and
if you darn well feel like it as far as I am concerned. I bet the
others would agree with me. You can take a 'breather' and
REGROUP...that is exactly what you deserve. That's what I had to
do. It does help.
Holidays are hard....so you do what you feel is best for YOU! I am
here if you need me.....I CARE!!!!
Sending lots of love & IL hugs to you,
Jilllllllll

Thank you, Mary, for your advice. I really do appreciate it. Ya know,
reading these posts here, I get concerned, because I only take a multi vitamin
and
my calcium, plus a B-12 shot once a week. Thats all I was told to take when i
had my surgery.
Linda
RNY 10/14/03
260/180/160

Diane.....Thanks for the links to the other websits, they were very helpful and appreciated.

Tammy
Richard and Diane Woodard <diane.richard@...

Thanks for the welcome.... but I've been here since Jan 8, 2002! WOW that's 5 years now. I'm always looking for new information so I stick around. I find more reading available at Graduate-OSSG group. That's a group for those are a year out or more but anyone can lurk. There are links there to a Protein group, Osteoporosis group, a Fitness group for WLS patients and scads of info in there files. I also like to read Barbara Thompson's Newsletter (http://www.wlscenter.com/NLArchive/oct_1_2006.htm ), and Vitalady's Website at www.vitalady.com.

No matter how far out you are..... you can never stop learning!

Diane Woodard

Sorry to hear that you have been in a funk, Cathy. I understand and
believe everything you say. I was in a funk myself last week,
feeling sorry for myself, disgusted that I hadn't done any better
than I have (but, it was all my fault and I know it), but it is true
that we will always have the feelings of insecurity that comes with
obesity. We have to work on those issues as well as learning to not
eat like we did. I have committed to getting back on track and will
need yours and everyones support. I don't post alot, but I do read
and I am going to do more posting. I feel this will really help me.
Hang in there everybody. We all need each other. Together, we can
get through all the little obstacles, and with God, we will get
through everything. I don't know many of you and I am hoping to get
to know all of you much better, but I can say that I Love each and
everyone of you.
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen

Diane,
Thank you so much for telling us of the importance of iron. So sorry to hear
that you have gone through what you have though. I'm hoping things are on the
mend and you'll be doing much better from here on out. Take care of yourself
and please keep us posted.
Hugs,
Laurette
4/23/04 open rny
309/290/210/160
St. Vincent Charity
Cleveland, Ohio

Thanks Tammy, Would you add me to your friends list on
OH.
Sandi

Awesome Julie!!!!!!
Julie Williams <jwilliams705resource@...

Mine has begun awesome! I volunteered at a 10 mile race this morning. I am motivated to get back into my running. When my running wavered so did my eating......I am so pumped and 2007 WILL be my year!
Lee & Karen Keen <keens@...

I have been seeing this previews all weekend. I hope I don't forget this. I need to give myself a reminder. I myself don't like fluffy people being made fun of. It just runs all over me to no end.
I hope everybody's New Year has started out Great. I can't believe that another year is gone.
Karen Keen
11/29/05 Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

Julie Williams
Math Teacher
Western Math, Science, and Technology Magnet High School

THIS IS TO THE WHOLE GASTRIC BYPASS FAMILY; I HAVE BEEN ON THIS SITE FOR A
WHILE AND I USUALLY DO NOT GET ON HERE OFTEN AND SAY ANYTHING. I HAVE READ
CONCERNS ABOUT CONSTIPATION AND YOUR IRON PILLS. I HAVE SAID A FEW TIMES ON
HERE HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO MAKE SURE YOUR IRON IS AT THE RIGHT LEVEL AND
CONSTIPATION IS SO MILD COMPARED TO HAVING AN IRON DEFICIENCY. AS SPEAKING
FROM EXPERIENCE BECAUSE I HAVE THIS CONDITION PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL AND
MAKE SURE YOU CHECK YOUR BLOOD LEVELS AS OFTEN AS YOU CAN. I WAS JUST
RELEASED FROM THE HOSPITAL YESTERDAY BECAUSE I HAVE IRON DEFICIENCY
SYNDROME. THEY THOUGHT I WAS BLEEDING INTERNALLY BECAUSE OF THE BLOOD LOSS
AND LOW IRON. THANK GOODNESS I AM NOT BLEEDING BUT IT IS CAUSED BY POOR
NUTRITION AND LACK OF TAKING YOUR VITAMINS PROPERLY. WHEN YOU FIRST START
OFF WITH THIS SURGERY YOU ARE ALL UP ON DOING THINGS RIGHT. AFTER FIVE
YEARS YOU THINK YOU ARE DOING OKAY AND YOU KNOW HOW TO GIVE YOURSELF THE
NUTRITION YOU NEED. I SPENT A WEEK IN THE HOSPITAL BECAUSE I THOUGHT I WAS
DOING THINGS RIGHT. WRONG. I NEGLECTED MYSELF , ONLY ATE WHEN I FELT LIKE
IT,ETC. I HAD TO HAVE 3 BLOOD TRANSFUSIONS DUE TO MY OWN IGNORANCE. SO
PLEASE, DO IT THE RIGHT WAY, DO NOT STOP TAKING IRON BECAUSE OF THE
CONSTIPATION, YOU ARE ONLY HURTING YOURSELVES. THANK YOU, DIANE IN OHIO

Hey Sandi,

You are such a loooser in those pics girl!!!! WEIGH to go girl....You are doing a GREAT job!!!!

You Friend,

Tammy

Dearest Cathy,

I know what you are feeling these days. I've been a funk all weekened. The weather doesn't help.
I'm sorry you're feeling so "funky". I'm in a funk because I'm frustrated because even if I get approved, I still can't have surgery until March because I have a Statistics class that I have to take for my BSN. I need to take it because I've dropped it twice already and I have to have it for my nursing research class which will start in May.

I can't believe I've let myself get so big! I went shopping today for a pair of black dress pants...I've grown out of all of my clothes! I had to get a 26 in the pants and a 26/28 in the shirt! I'm just SICK! But on the positive side I got them at Catos and I didn't have to pay too much for them. I have only 2 pair of jeans and a couple of shirts I can wear. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel, it's not as long as it has been till surgery.

Cathy, I'm glad that you shared that all of those feelings of insecurities don't go away with the fat. You've just proven that the surgery isn't a magic bullet to get rid of all of your insecurities and your stinkin' thinkin'. Thanks for bringing me back to reality my friend.

I hope you feel better soon my dear!

Janie

Wow Rachel, these are great!! Thanks for sharing!
Joy in IL
Rachel Erickson <RC2600@...
Protein Supplement Recipes
The recipes may be used to increase the taste of your protein
supplement and may prevent taste fatigue.
DOUBLE DELUXE CHOCOLATE FUDGE
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add one packet of Swiss Miss fat free and or
sugar free hot cocoa mix and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed
for 45 seconds.
COOKIES AND CREAM
- mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add four drops of peppermint
extract and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
Then, add four low fat chocolate Nilla wafers,
blend at low speed for 10 seconds.
FROZEN FRUIT DREAM
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions with 3/4
water and 1/3 orange juice. then add 1/2 ripe
banana, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes. Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
NANA SPLIT
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add 1/2 ripe banana, 1/4 cup
chopped pineapple, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes.
Blend at high speed of 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE MINT MOCHA
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add 1 1/2 Tbsp. of General Foods Coffees
Swiss Mocha sugar free, fat free instant coffee, 4 drops of
peppermint extract and three ice cubes, Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
KEY LIME PIE
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next,
add two tablespoons frozen lime juice, one
graham cracker (four small squares) and three ice cubes. blend at
high speed for 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUP
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then
add one tablespoon of all natural peanut
butter and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
CINNAMON ROLL SUPREME
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. next,
add 1/2 tsp. of ground cinnamon, 1 tsp. fat free
Butter Buds, and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
PROTEIN CUP OF JOE
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement with 50% prepared
decaf coffee and 50% skim milk. Next add 2
tsp of sugar free coca and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45
seconds.
BROCCOLI SOUP
MAKES THREE SERVINGS. 1 1/2 CUPS OF CHOPPED BROCCOLI, 1/4 CUP
chopped onion, 1 cup chicken
broth, fat free,1/2 cup of grated fat free cheese (cheddar or Swiss),
2 cups skim milk, 2 Tbs. cornstarch, dash of
pepper, three scoops of designer Protein (natural flavor). Boil
vegetables and broth in large saucepan. Reduce heat
and cover until tender (about 10 minutes). Add milk, pepper and
cornstarch. Stir until soup thickens. Remove
from heat and add cheese, stirring until melted. Cool, then add
Designer Protein.
ORANGE DREAMS
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions, less 2
ounces of liquid. Then add 2 ounces of no pulp
orange juice, 1/4 teaspoon of orange sugar free Tang and three ice
cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
VANILLA- MAPLE DRINK
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next add
one teaspoon of pure maple extract and 3
ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
LEMON CRYSTAL
Mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions,
substituting water with crystal light lemon flavored
drink. Next add three ice cubes blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
RASPBERRY TEA CHILLER
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions
substituting water with sugar free raspberry flavored
fruit tea. next add 1/2 teaspoon of rum flavoring and three ice
cubes, blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
PROTEIN PUDDING
mix one vanilla protein supplement with approximately two ounces less
liquid than directions call for. next add
three tablespoons of your favorite sugar free fat free instant
pudding and five ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 60
seconds.
ORANGE PUDDING
3 ounces of boiling water 1 1/2 teaspoons (2/3 envelope) orange
flavored sugar free gelatin, 7 ounces of sugar free
tang and your protein powder. Mix well and chill.
SLUSH RECIPES
designing your own- Mixing instructions pour 6 oz of fluid into a
measuring cub add ice until fluid line reaches 12
oz marker. pour ice mixture into blender add flavoring and protein
powder. blend on low speed 2 to 3 seconds
with quick pulses, then blend on high speed until tio mixture is the
consistency of a slush.
RASPBERRY SLUSH
6 oz of sugar free raspberry flavored fruit tea and ice to 1/2
teaspoon of rum flavoring and protein powder. Blend
and serve.
HOT BEVERAGES
COCOA
mix 1 teaspoon of cocoa to 2 packet of equal sweetener, a dash of
cinnamon and9 ox of water to chocolate or
vanilla protein powder.
PEPPERMINT COCOA
1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of chocolate flavoring 1/8 teaspoon
of peppermint extract, a dash of cinnamon and
3 packets of equal sweetener to 9 oz of water and vanilla or
chocolate protein powder.
MOUSSE
designing your won- Mixing instructions. Mix 1/2 cup boiling water
into gelatin. Stir vigorously with wire whip
until desolved. Add remaining ingredients to gelatin mixture. Mix
well. Pour into container with tight fitting lit.
Put in freezer until set and very cold but not frozen. Mix with
electric mixer on high speed until peaks form and
mixture is lightly fluffy. Serve at once Due to the increased
caloric content of these mousse recipes, limit to one
per day!
CHOCOLATE MINT MOUSSE
1/2 CUP boiling water, 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of
cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of creme de menthe extract
to a 1/2 cup of water and chocolate protein
powder.
CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE
1/2 cup boiling water 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of cinnamon 1
teaspoon of cocoa 1/2 teaspoon of pure almond extract to a 1/2 cup of
water and chocolate protein powder.
Protein Supplement Recipes
The recipes may be used to increase the taste of your protein
supplement and may prevent taste fatigue.
DOUBLE DELUXE CHOCOLATE FUDGE
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add one packet of Swiss Miss fat free and or
sugar free hot cocoa mix and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed
for 45 seconds.
COOKIES AND CREAM
- mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add four drops of peppermint
extract and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
Then, add four low fat chocolate Nilla wafers,
blend at low speed for 10 seconds.
FROZEN FRUIT DREAM
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions with 3/4
water and 1/3 orange juice. then add 1/2 ripe
banana, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes. Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
NANA SPLIT
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add 1/2 ripe banana, 1/4 cup
chopped pineapple, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes.
Blend at high speed of 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE MINT MOCHA
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add 1 1/2 Tbsp. of General Foods Coffees
Swiss Mocha sugar free, fat free instant coffee, 4 drops of
peppermint extract and three ice cubes, Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
KEY LIME PIE
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next,
add two tablespoons frozen lime juice, one
graham cracker (four small squares) and three ice cubes. blend at
high speed for 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUP
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then
add one tablespoon of all natural peanut
butter and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
CINNAMON ROLL SUPREME
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. next,
add 1/2 tsp. of ground cinnamon, 1 tsp. fat free
Butter Buds, and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
PROTEIN CUP OF JOE
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement with 50% prepared
decaf coffee and 50% skim milk. Next add 2
tsp of sugar free coca and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45
seconds.
BROCCOLI SOUP
MAKES THREE SERVINGS. 1 1/2 CUPS OF CHOPPED BROCCOLI, 1/4 CUP
chopped onion, 1 cup chicken
broth, fat free,1/2 cup of grated fat free cheese (cheddar or Swiss),
2 cups skim milk, 2 Tbs. cornstarch, dash of
pepper, three scoops of designer Protein (natural flavor). Boil
vegetables and broth in large saucepan. Reduce heat
and cover until tender (about 10 minutes). Add milk, pepper and
cornstarch. Stir until soup thickens. Remove
from heat and add cheese, stirring until melted. Cool, then add
Designer Protein.
ORANGE DREAMS
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions, less 2
ounces of liquid. Then add 2 ounces of no pulp
orange juice, 1/4 teaspoon of orange sugar free Tang and three ice
cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
VANILLA- MAPLE DRINK
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next add
one teaspoon of pure maple extract and 3
ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
LEMON CRYSTAL
Mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions,
substituting water with crystal light lemon flavored
drink. Next add three ice cubes blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
RASPBERRY TEA CHILLER
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions
substituting water with sugar free raspberry flavored
fruit tea. next add 1/2 teaspoon of rum flavoring and three ice
cubes, blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
PROTEIN PUDDING
mix one vanilla protein supplement with approximately two ounces less
liquid than directions call for. next add
three tablespoons of your favorite sugar free fat free instant
pudding and five ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 60
seconds.
ORANGE PUDDING
3 ounces of boiling water 1 1/2 teaspoons (2/3 envelope) orange
flavored sugar free gelatin, 7 ounces of sugar free
tang and your protein powder. Mix well and chill.
SLUSH RECIPES
designing your own- Mixing instructions pour 6 oz of fluid into a
measuring cub add ice until fluid line reaches 12
oz marker. pour ice mixture into blender add flavoring and protein
powder. blend on low speed 2 to 3 seconds
with quick pulses, then blend on high speed until tio mixture is the
consistency of a slush.
RASPBERRY SLUSH
6 oz of sugar free raspberry flavored fruit tea and ice to 1/2
teaspoon of rum flavoring and protein powder. Blend
and serve.
HOT BEVERAGES
COCOA
mix 1 teaspoon of cocoa to 2 packet of equal sweetener, a dash of
cinnamon and9 ox of water to chocolate or
vanilla protein powder.
PEPPERMINT COCOA
1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of chocolate flavoring 1/8 teaspoon
of peppermint extract, a dash of cinnamon and
3 packets of equal sweetener to 9 oz of water and vanilla or
chocolate protein powder.
MOUSSE
designing your won- Mixing instructions. Mix 1/2 cup boiling water
into gelatin. Stir vigorously with wire whip
until desolved. Add remaining ingredients to gelatin mixture. Mix
well. Pour into container with tight fitting lit.
Put in freezer until set and very cold but not frozen. Mix with
electric mixer on high speed until peaks form and
mixture is lightly fluffy. Serve at once Due to the increased
caloric content of these mousse recipes, limit to one
per day!
CHOCOLATE MINT MOUSSE
1/2 CUP boiling water, 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of
cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of creme de menthe extract
to a 1/2 cup of water and chocolate protein
powder.
CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE
1/2 cup boiling water 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of cinnamon 1
teaspoon of cocoa 1/2 teaspoon of pure almond extract to a 1/2 cup of
water and chocolate protein powder.

Hi Telora
Iam 58 too it is a wonderfull age isn't it. It sounds like your
hospital is the Caddie of WLS hospitals. Wow private room and
dedicated nurses. I was in a university hosp that had a nurse
shortage and they just didn't seem to care anyway. I couldn't wait to
get out of there.
As far as the pain you will wake up before the pain is terrible and
the morphine just takes a couple of min to take effect. Don't bother
taking a lot of stuff to the hosp you won't use it. Do bring chap
stick it is a life saver. I brought books and kniting LOL never even
looked at them.
I have had a terrible time finding a protein suppliment too. I
thought I would get ahead of the game and try them all out pre op but
after surgery I couldn't even stand the smell of them! I would just
gag and gag. Someone here on one of the lists told me to try
Isopure it is pre mixed and comes in a few different flavors. You
can get it at GNC and the vitimin shoppe. It is not cheat anywhhere
from 2.50 to 3.50 a bottle but you just need one bottle a day as
there is 40 gr of protein in each bottle. It tastes like grape
koolaid or orange ect ect. Very thin and grit at all.
Gee I have rambled good luck.
Sonya O'Neill
open rny 12/07/04
237/202/140

Hey Talora,
Welcome to our family and glad you found us! We are here to help
you as you go through this life changing journey. You sound like
you are doing great and looking forward to being a looser! Just
remember we are here to support you so ask away if you have any
questions.
Hugs, Linda in AL.

Protein Supplement Recipes
The recipes may be used to increase the taste of your protein
supplement and may prevent taste fatigue.
DOUBLE DELUXE CHOCOLATE FUDGE
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add one packet of Swiss Miss fat free and or
sugar free hot cocoa mix and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed
for 45 seconds.
COOKIES AND CREAM
- mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add four drops of peppermint
extract and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
Then, add four low fat chocolate Nilla wafers,
blend at low speed for 10 seconds.
FROZEN FRUIT DREAM
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions with 3/4
water and 1/3 orange juice. then add 1/2 ripe
banana, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes. Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
NANA SPLIT
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add 1/2 ripe banana, 1/4 cup
chopped pineapple, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes.
Blend at high speed of 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE MINT MOCHA
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add 1 1/2 Tbsp. of General Foods Coffees
Swiss Mocha sugar free, fat free instant coffee, 4 drops of
peppermint extract and three ice cubes, Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
KEY LIME PIE
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next,
add two tablespoons frozen lime juice, one
graham cracker (four small squares) and three ice cubes. blend at
high speed for 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUP
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then
add one tablespoon of all natural peanut
butter and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
CINNAMON ROLL SUPREME
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. next,
add 1/2 tsp. of ground cinnamon, 1 tsp. fat free
Butter Buds, and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
PROTEIN CUP OF JOE
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement with 50% prepared
decaf coffee and 50% skim milk. Next add 2
tsp of sugar free coca and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45
seconds.
BROCCOLI SOUP
MAKES THREE SERVINGS. 1 1/2 CUPS OF CHOPPED BROCCOLI, 1/4 CUP
chopped onion, 1 cup chicken
broth, fat free,1/2 cup of grated fat free cheese (cheddar or Swiss),
2 cups skim milk, 2 Tbs. cornstarch, dash of
pepper, three scoops of designer Protein (natural flavor). Boil
vegetables and broth in large saucepan. Reduce heat
and cover until tender (about 10 minutes). Add milk, pepper and
cornstarch. Stir until soup thickens. Remove
from heat and add cheese, stirring until melted. Cool, then add
Designer Protein.
ORANGE DREAMS
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions, less 2
ounces of liquid. Then add 2 ounces of no pulp
orange juice, 1/4 teaspoon of orange sugar free Tang and three ice
cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
VANILLA- MAPLE DRINK
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next add
one teaspoon of pure maple extract and 3
ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
LEMON CRYSTAL
Mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions,
substituting water with crystal light lemon flavored
drink. Next add three ice cubes blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
RASPBERRY TEA CHILLER
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions
substituting water with sugar free raspberry flavored
fruit tea. next add 1/2 teaspoon of rum flavoring and three ice
cubes, blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
PROTEIN PUDDING
mix one vanilla protein supplement with approximately two ounces less
liquid than directions call for. next add
three tablespoons of your favorite sugar free fat free instant
pudding and five ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 60
seconds.
ORANGE PUDDING
3 ounces of boiling water 1 1/2 teaspoons (2/3 envelope) orange
flavored sugar free gelatin, 7 ounces of sugar free
tang and your protein powder. Mix well and chill.
SLUSH RECIPES
designing your own- Mixing instructions pour 6 oz of fluid into a
measuring cub add ice until fluid line reaches 12
oz marker. pour ice mixture into blender add flavoring and protein
powder. blend on low speed 2 to 3 seconds
with quick pulses, then blend on high speed until tio mixture is the
consistency of a slush.
RASPBERRY SLUSH
6 oz of sugar free raspberry flavored fruit tea and ice to 1/2
teaspoon of rum flavoring and protein powder. Blend
and serve.
HOT BEVERAGES
COCOA
mix 1 teaspoon of cocoa to 2 packet of equal sweetener, a dash of
cinnamon and9 ox of water to chocolate or
vanilla protein powder.
PEPPERMINT COCOA
1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of chocolate flavoring 1/8 teaspoon
of peppermint extract, a dash of cinnamon and
3 packets of equal sweetener to 9 oz of water and vanilla or
chocolate protein powder.
MOUSSE
designing your won- Mixing instructions. Mix 1/2 cup boiling water
into gelatin. Stir vigorously with wire whip
until desolved. Add remaining ingredients to gelatin mixture. Mix
well. Pour into container with tight fitting lit.
Put in freezer until set and very cold but not frozen. Mix with
electric mixer on high speed until peaks form and
mixture is lightly fluffy. Serve at once Due to the increased
caloric content of these mousse recipes, limit to one
per day!
CHOCOLATE MINT MOUSSE
1/2 CUP boiling water, 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of
cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of creme de menthe extract
to a 1/2 cup of water and chocolate protein
powder.
CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE
1/2 cup boiling water 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of cinnamon 1
teaspoon of cocoa 1/2 teaspoon of pure almond extract to a 1/2 cup of
water and chocolate protein powder.
Protein Supplement Recipes
The recipes may be used to increase the taste of your protein
supplement and may prevent taste fatigue.
DOUBLE DELUXE CHOCOLATE FUDGE
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add one packet of Swiss Miss fat free and or
sugar free hot cocoa mix and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed
for 45 seconds.
COOKIES AND CREAM
- mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add four drops of peppermint
extract and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
Then, add four low fat chocolate Nilla wafers,
blend at low speed for 10 seconds.
FROZEN FRUIT DREAM
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions with 3/4
water and 1/3 orange juice. then add 1/2 ripe
banana, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes. Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
NANA SPLIT
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement according to
directions. Next, add 1/2 ripe banana, 1/4 cup
chopped pineapple, three frozen strawberries and three ice cubes.
Blend at high speed of 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE MINT MOCHA
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then,
add 1 1/2 Tbsp. of General Foods Coffees
Swiss Mocha sugar free, fat free instant coffee, 4 drops of
peppermint extract and three ice cubes, Blend at high
speed for 45 seconds.
KEY LIME PIE
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next,
add two tablespoons frozen lime juice, one
graham cracker (four small squares) and three ice cubes. blend at
high speed for 45 seconds.
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUP
mix one chocolate protein supplement according to directions. Then
add one tablespoon of all natural peanut
butter and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
CINNAMON ROLL SUPREME
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. next,
add 1/2 tsp. of ground cinnamon, 1 tsp. fat free
Butter Buds, and three ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45 seconds.
PROTEIN CUP OF JOE
mix one vanilla or chocolate protein supplement with 50% prepared
decaf coffee and 50% skim milk. Next add 2
tsp of sugar free coca and 3 ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 45
seconds.
BROCCOLI SOUP
MAKES THREE SERVINGS. 1 1/2 CUPS OF CHOPPED BROCCOLI, 1/4 CUP
chopped onion, 1 cup chicken
broth, fat free,1/2 cup of grated fat free cheese (cheddar or Swiss),
2 cups skim milk, 2 Tbs. cornstarch, dash of
pepper, three scoops of designer Protein (natural flavor). Boil
vegetables and broth in large saucepan. Reduce heat
and cover until tender (about 10 minutes). Add milk, pepper and
cornstarch. Stir until soup thickens. Remove
from heat and add cheese, stirring until melted. Cool, then add
Designer Protein.
ORANGE DREAMS
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions, less 2
ounces of liquid. Then add 2 ounces of no pulp
orange juice, 1/4 teaspoon of orange sugar free Tang and three ice
cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
VANILLA- MAPLE DRINK
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions. Next add
one teaspoon of pure maple extract and 3
ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
LEMON CRYSTAL
Mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions,
substituting water with crystal light lemon flavored
drink. Next add three ice cubes blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
RASPBERRY TEA CHILLER
mix one vanilla protein supplement according to directions
substituting water with sugar free raspberry flavored
fruit tea. next add 1/2 teaspoon of rum flavoring and three ice
cubes, blend at high speed for 30 seconds.
PROTEIN PUDDING
mix one vanilla protein supplement with approximately two ounces less
liquid than directions call for. next add
three tablespoons of your favorite sugar free fat free instant
pudding and five ice cubes. Blend at high speed for 60
seconds.
ORANGE PUDDING
3 ounces of boiling water 1 1/2 teaspoons (2/3 envelope) orange
flavored sugar free gelatin, 7 ounces of sugar free
tang and your protein powder. Mix well and chill.
SLUSH RECIPES
designing your own- Mixing instructions pour 6 oz of fluid into a
measuring cub add ice until fluid line reaches 12
oz marker. pour ice mixture into blender add flavoring and protein
powder. blend on low speed 2 to 3 seconds
with quick pulses, then blend on high speed until tio mixture is the
consistency of a slush.
RASPBERRY SLUSH
6 oz of sugar free raspberry flavored fruit tea and ice to 1/2
teaspoon of rum flavoring and protein powder. Blend
and serve.
HOT BEVERAGES
COCOA
mix 1 teaspoon of cocoa to 2 packet of equal sweetener, a dash of
cinnamon and9 ox of water to chocolate or
vanilla protein powder.
PEPPERMINT COCOA
1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of chocolate flavoring 1/8 teaspoon
of peppermint extract, a dash of cinnamon and
3 packets of equal sweetener to 9 oz of water and vanilla or
chocolate protein powder.
MOUSSE
designing your won- Mixing instructions. Mix 1/2 cup boiling water
into gelatin. Stir vigorously with wire whip
until desolved. Add remaining ingredients to gelatin mixture. Mix
well. Pour into container with tight fitting lit.
Put in freezer until set and very cold but not frozen. Mix with
electric mixer on high speed until peaks form and
mixture is lightly fluffy. Serve at once Due to the increased
caloric content of these mousse recipes, limit to one
per day!
CHOCOLATE MINT MOUSSE
1/2 CUP boiling water, 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of
cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of creme de menthe extract
to a 1/2 cup of water and chocolate protein
powder.
CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE
1/2 cup boiling water 1/2 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin to 2
packets of equal sweetener. A dash of cinnamon 1
teaspoon of cocoa 1/2 teaspoon of pure almond extract to a 1/2 cup of
water and chocolate protein powder.

AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN. DONNA, YOU ARE SUCH AN
INSPIRTATION TO ME. THAT 34 LBS IS AWESOME.
SANDI R.

Hi Talora,
Welcome to the group. Everyone is great here. My
surgery is January 27. I am having open RNY. My
surgeon is Dr. Kirkpatrick. My surgery will be at
Washington Hospital Center in Washington D.C. I'm
having lots of anxiety. My PCP has prescribed
something for anxiety. My husband thinks I'm quite
entertaining when I take it. And the evening isn't as
long for him when I take it. :-) I'm 5'9" and 453 so
alot farther to go, but excited about the journey (for
the most part). I'll be keeping an eye out for your
post when you get home post op. Keep us posted.
Gloria
Open RNY
1/27/05
453/-/175???

Thanks for the welcome.... but I've been here since Jan 8, 2002! WOW that's 5 years now. I'm always looking for new information so I stick around. I find more reading available at Graduate-OSSG group. That's a group for those are a year out or more but anyone can lurk. There are links there to a Protein group, Osteoporosis group, a Fitness group for WLS patients and scads of info in there files. I also like to read Barbara Thompson's Newsletter (http://www.wlscenter.com/NLArchive/oct_1_2006.htm ), and Vitalady's Website at www.vitalady.com.

No matter how far out you are..... you can never stop learning!

Diane Woodard

Hi Tina,
Thanks for sharing your post-op story. With surgery 8
days away the nerves are a little ragged. It's good to
hear not the good but the bad things as well. I'm
glad you came through everything and doing great now.
Keep up the great job and thanks for all of the
encouraging words you share with all of us.
Gloria

I'm glad to hear you are feeling better. Happy holidays to your family as well!

Diane Woodard

Mine has begun awesome! I volunteered at a 10 mile race this morning. I am motivated to get back into my running. When my running wavered so did my eating......I am so pumped and 2007 WILL be my year!
Lee & Karen Keen <keens@...

I have been seeing this previews all weekend. I hope I don't forget this. I need to give myself a reminder. I myself don't like fluffy people being made fun of. It just runs all over me to no end.
I hope everybody's New Year has started out Great. I can't believe that another year is gone.
Karen Keen
11/29/05 Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

Julie Williams
Math Teacher
Western Math, Science, and Technology Magnet High School

I am talora and am pre-op. My date is January 31, 2005. i am going
to have the RNY Lap surgery.Gosh i am so excited and anxious and so
I have started to occupy myself with looking for recipes for the
full liquid diet and also for getting my "jammies", slippers etc.
ready for the big day!!
I am 58, or will be on my surgery date, weigh 275, am 5'9 and still
believe my birth weight had to be 110 as that is the smallest I
remember being LOL. I live in Northern Minnesota where it is
bitterly cold and gets dark early. The town I live in has a
population of 8. LOL. The hospital I am having surgery at is a 34
bed hospital, and 10 of those beds are for the gastric bypass
patients. I went to see the unit today and was totally amazed.
Each room is a private room, nicely decorated and they even have a
place for my partner to sleep over as He isn't able to drive at
night. The nurses on the unit only work on this unit and 3 of them
have already had the surgery. How nice to know that the people
taking care of me really will understand. They explained that I
will be given a demerol pump for pain and that i will just push a
button when the pain starts. I immediately thought about what
happens when i fall asleep and wake up in terrible pain. How long
before i get relief after that first push.
Anyway I am very excited and hope the time flies by so i can sleep
soon.
i saw someone asking about what they can blenderize and went to the
internet and did a search. You might want to take a look at these
sites. Amazingly, liquid diets are far more common than i had
thought.
http://www.widesmiles.org/cleftlinks/WS-414.html
http://www.teklawgirl.biz/Liquid_diet_recipes.htm
This may give you a few ideas.
So far i am having trouble finding a protein drink i can stand. I
did find a protein powder that is flavorless. I will be able to
handle that in cream soups etc. I am not a big fan of milk,
chocolate, and can't stand hot cereal. Oh well, i guess it is time
for this old dog to learn some new tricks.
I am so happy to have found a group. The posts so far have made me
laugh, eased some of my fears, and are helping to keep me from going
insane while i wait. Unfortunately, waiting has never been one of
my strong suits...
Hope the recipe sites help. i can't wait to begin my journey..
talora

Sarah, I had my daughter when I was 39...go for it if you feel you
can!!! She is such a blessing for me and my husband. So much
easier than my boys ever were but that's because I'm older, smarter
(my mother might question that one) and know what's important in
life now. Way to go on your weight loss and good luck getting food
issues taken care of!
Carmen (Germany)
Lap RNY 22Nov03
325/195/170

Laurette Big Hugs Hun....
Kim Graby
Babydollbbw3@... wrote:
OMG that was too funny Linda. Thank you girlfriend you don't know how I needed
that right now. Our receptionist here at work just lost her mom about an hour
ago and I haven't been able to stop crying. The poor lady was suffering and was
in hospice the last week or so. Now her battle is over and she is with the good
Lord, but it's still difficult. You must have sensed I needed a little laughter
just about now. Funny how things work. Take care.
Hugs,
Laurette

Sarah Welcome to our Family....And nothing wrong with having kids..I have two
would you like to take them Just Kidding....I agree on the Boob Thing....I look
like a 12 year old lying down....Congrats on your loss.....
Kim Graby
Open 5-5-03
242-115
Sarah Williams <tngal@...
I had open gastric bypass June 2002 - 5'6" weighed 370
Had peniculectomy and severe hernia repair Sept 2003, flat tummy, no belly
button (doctor couldn't save) at 40 yrs old!
I now weigh 160!
But I do flucuate, use to stay around 170 to 175, just recently been having a
bit of trouble with food, feeling stuck (probably cause I didn't chew good) and
getting sick. Always seems to feel like I have drainage blockage. Some days good
with food others a struggle. Big struggle is getting protein but I am going to
try a new protein out called Matrix that is in a purple bag plus want to know
where to get extreme smoothies as well.
Have to tell you have never been to a meeting or had anyone really to talk with
about it. Just glad I found a couple of sites and joined. I know another
struggle for me is emotional but I am going to find someone to talk with. My
gastric doctor just retired in November and I have not found a new doctor just
going to my primary (which is an internist). I am so ready to have some plastic
surgery because I am so unhappy with my thighs, arms (I can deal with them ok)
and big time - my breast! I never set a goal weight because I have always been
fat/obese. I am newly married (first marriage for both husband and self - no
kids for either of us but sure wouldn't mind having a couple of babies - yes I
am crazy at 40 but always my hearts desire!).
Anyway, boy did I spill part of my life story out! Guess just needed to...

KK,

You're on my friend list! I tagged a photo of us from my album, now it shows on your page too! You are GAH-jus!

And to remind everybody... I still would like you all to add me to your OH friend page too. My user name is... Cathy Spencer (isn't that a clever screen name? lol) You can just use the link in my signature.

Cathy S., 12/20/04

Houston - 420/203.5/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer
aunteefluff <keens@...

I would like to ask anyone out there that would be my friend on
Obesity Help to please add me as a friend. My user name on OH is
kkeen, my email is keens@....
I have been at a standstill on my weight lost and I am committed to
getting back on track. I have about 40-45 more pounds to lose, but my
first goal is to lose 15. This will put me at 100 lbs down. I need
all the support that I can get. I have eaten things that I am not
supposed to, which in turn has stopped my weight loss. It is EVERY
BIT MY FAULT and I know this. I am going to overcome it and continue
with my journey. I don't want to screw it up.
Thanks in advance for anyone being my friend and for any prayers that
I receive.
Happy New Year! Let's make this the best one EVER!!!!
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

Cathy Spencer (12/20/04)
http://www.PictureTrail.com/cathyspencer
http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer/

Has anybody heard from Laura B lately?

Cathy, 12/20/04

Houson - 420/203.5/180

www.picturetrail.com/cathyspencer

www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer

Cathy Spencer (12/20/04)
http://www.PictureTrail.com/cathyspencer
http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/cathyspencer/

Hi Y'all,
can you give any hints on what is good to blenderize, i am at the full
liquid stage, hmm a pizza sounds not so good....hehe j/k any suggestions
would help
thanks,
shawna

WEIGH to go Donna!!!! Yee Haa for you and all of us. Just wanted to
share that the littlest of weight does may a difference. My mother
insisted on buying me a coat after Christmas (she is really, really
tired of seeing me in the very big and sloppy ones that I have) and I
got a LG. I was so excited. I haven't worn a Lg coat in I don't
know how many years, over 21 I know. I also can wear Lg shirts and
it is a wonderful feeling. You will be there soon, too. Again,
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

I agree, leg cramps could be from low potassium and/or dehydration. even
before the surgery I use to have to eat a banana to get some extra potassium so
my calves wouldn't cramp up.
Julia in Delaware
Lap RNY 3/10/04
261/137/120

We are all afraid of the unknown Germaine. That's what makes us human. I'm
so glad that you feel supported here. I made it through my surgery just fine
and didn't really have any major complications from it. I did cry a little
bit here and there after surgery, but it was definitely just hormonal. I never
once felt like I wished I hadn't taken this step and am still never sorry.
Just make sure that you do whatever your doctors tell you actually do it. I
never once cut corners or cheated on anything and I feel that is part of why I
have had such success. I feel very lucky that I haven't had any problems. I do
have a low sugar issue right now, but it could subside. I also have passed
out a couple of times because my blood pressure is lower and when I take a
really hot shower it makes all my blood vessels expand and my blood pressure
can't
be supported...so that is an easy fix. add more salt into my diet, don't
take such long, hot showers (that kind of stinks though, i love a good shower)
and listen to the signs my body is giving me. I usually can tell if my blood
pressure is dropping and I'm going to pass out. I know it is going to be great
for you!
Julia in Delaware
Lap RNY 3/10/04
261/137/120

I would like to ask anyone out there that would be my friend on
Obesity Help to please add me as a friend. My user name on OH is
kkeen, my email is keens@....
I have been at a standstill on my weight lost and I am committed to
getting back on track. I have about 40-45 more pounds to lose, but my
first goal is to lose 15. This will put me at 100 lbs down. I need
all the support that I can get. I have eaten things that I am not
supposed to, which in turn has stopped my weight loss. It is EVERY
BIT MY FAULT and I know this. I am going to overcome it and continue
with my journey. I don't want to screw it up.
Thanks in advance for anyone being my friend and for any prayers that
I receive.
Happy New Year! Let's make this the best one EVER!!!!
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

I second that Dora!
Julia in Delaware
Lap RNY 3/10/04
261/137/120

Hey Julie, thanks for this recipe. I love the shrimp scampi at Red
Lobster. I am going to try this. My mouth is watering right now.
What kind of bariatic cookbook do you have? Will you share the
secret with us??
Karen Keen
11/29/05
Dr. Olsen
256 / 172

Well Dear Group today is the first day of are New Year 2007. I am
praying that this be the best year ever for all of us. We are going to
be the "BIGGEST LOSERS" ever. We just all need to remember to stay
strong and positive. We are all beautiful people and we must always
remember to love ourselves and have faith in God. He can bring us
through anything. I weighed at the hospital and thought I lost 46
pounds but I really think it was 34 pounds because I weighed on my own
scales and they have been less than a pound different than in Dr. Dyers
office. So I think the hospital needs to recalibrate their old scales.
I am still happy though because those 34 pounds are noticeable. I was

I have been seeing this previews all weekend. I hope I don't forget this. I need to give myself a reminder. I myself don't like fluffy people being made fun of. It just runs all over me to no end.

I hope everybody's New Year has started out Great. I can't believe that another year is gone.

Karen Keen

11/29/05 Dr. Olsen

256 / 172

Fran,
I think that you put it perfectly how we all feel about each other. We only
become stronger together. I don't think any of us could have done this without
each other. You are going to do fine and yo