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Hey Donna, congrats on the weight loss so far, you're doing great. I don't know a thing about getting your hair colored. My hair did finally stop falling out. I took b-vitamins and Biotin. Frank

Chances are that she thought she was being honest and concerned for you. I just tell anyone who's negative that I appreciate their viewpoint, but I'm going to continue going down this path. It's what is working for me. Don't let her get you down, you can do this. Frank

Wow, what a story. Welcome to the group. Not to be a downer or anything, but this journey is not an easy one. You will have to change the way you see food and the way you eat. With your motivation, a beautiful 4 year old son, you should do great. Keep focused on him, whenever you start to...

Wow, you're that far out from surgery. You can really help those of us who are still in the first year, with what to expect down the road. Welcome to the group. Frank :cool:

Well My week didn't end with getting my diving certification, on July 26th, my fourth Grandson checked in. He came in at 9lbs, 7oz and arrived at 4:24 in the afternoon. That ended a perfect week for me. thank you all for your kind words. Karenina, no rule says you have to do any of those...

Sorry to hear the surgery didn't happen today, but far better to be safe than sorry. Stick with it, it will get done. Frank :cool:

Congrats Sigourney and welcome home. I'm glad to hear all went well. Be sure to drink plenty of water. Let us know if you have any questions. Frank :cool:

Hi Prettygirl, giving it your all, is all you can do. Just remember that this is a lifetime journey and that it is a tool. Follow the plan from your Dr. and Nutritionist and you will lose the weight. It may not come off as fast as you'd like or you'll hit other bumps along the way and that is...

Hi Amy, welcome to a great group of people. Ask anything that comes to mind, that's what we're here for. Good luck and stay in touch. Frank :cool:

Donna, do these dizzy spells occur when standing up? I had them and had to reduce my high blood pressure medicine. Something to think about. Byt the way, you are doing a great job. Keep it up. Frank :cool:

Hi Kristiesandy, it's my understanding that with the sleeve, the sensors in your stomach that indicate you are hungry, have been removed. What you are most likely feeling is Head Hunger, your mind is telling you, based on previous experience that it is time to eat, so you must be hungry. Try...

Congrats on your first week of post op. Sounds like things are going well, great to hear. Even better to hear is your focus on getting healthier and not worrying about the weight. I couldn't stay off the scale for the first couple of months after surgery, now I'm down to once a week...

This has been an incredible week so far. Where to start. On Tuesday evening at our regular bi-weekly support group, I was asked if I would be the spokesperson for the Dr. Office and speak to people about WLS at Health Fairs in the area. I said that I'd love to, then came the bonus, they said...

Thanks, I do feel great. Today was a big day, I earned my Open Water Diving Certification. Something I promised myself when I started on this journey and now I've done it. Can't wait to dive the Caribbean in February. How are you doing? Do you have a date yet? :cool: Frank

Hi Dehily, glad to hear you're normal. You're going through what most of us went through to some degree or another. Just stick to your plan and everything will go well. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Frank :cool:

Congrats on the surgery, sounds like you're doing ok. Yea, gaining weight during your hospital stay sucks, but it happens to all of us and it goes away quickly. I agree about waiting to get on the scale, one thing though, measure yourself. Then when you step on the scale once a week, measure...

Hi Ednalee, from what you are saying, what you're feeling is not all that unusual. For me the effect was the exact opposite when it came to being hungry. I have to remind myself to eat, otherwise I may not eat at all. As for getting in your water, sip sip sip all day long, just small sips...

Hi and welcome to the board. Please ask away, anything that you need or want an answer to is fair game. You'll find we are not a judgmental group here. We're here to help each other during our WLS journey. Frank :cool:

Kathryn don't get too worried about getting all your protein in. It's usually takes some time, but it sounds like you're doing real well. I ate lots of refried beans, yogurt and sf pudding during that stage, couldn't get used to tuna salad or chicken salad. Just keep getting in your liquids...

Nancy, I am so sorry to hear that. The last time I lost a job, all I did was eat and eat and eat. I'm glad to see you are not using food for comfort, but I'm worried that you get enough protein and fluids to stay healthy. It's been two weeks, if things don't improve soon, you should seek...