My New Life

Turler · 02-01-2008, 09:31 PM

My new life is about to begin! I got an official surgery date-April 10th
WOO-HOO! I am so excited! I got a call today from the office scheduling me for all the other tests and appointments that are surgery related. So wonderful. I am rather surprised at how many more steps there are to all this. I've been going to that office for over a year now, every month, sometimes more than once-dietician, exercise physiologist, etc. It's neat how they are all just as excited for me as I am! They are like another family to me now! I'm sure there is so much more to learn now that it's all really gonna happen. I'm a little nervous about the liquid/mushie diets. I have quite and appetite, so I'm worried that it will be painful! Ugh!

Well, I just wanted to share my news and make some friends!

Alfie · 02-02-2008, 10:35 AM

Hi Turler, Congratulations. I wish you all the best as you start your new healthier lifestyle. I'm just 10 days out from surgery and have no regrets.
Regards,
Alfie

Big As Life · 02-02-2008, 10:48 AM

Congrats on your surgery date...get ready for a wonderful journey....

Turler · 02-02-2008, 06:05 PM

Thank you both so much. I really am excited! I wish it were sooner, but as they say...good things come to those that wait!

Going sassy · 02-02-2008, 07:19 PM

Waiting for my call from doctors office

Going sassy · 02-02-2008, 07:20 PM

I'm scared that i will be sick and off work alot i never really miss any work

Turler · 02-02-2008, 07:24 PM

When is your surgery? I am having mine on a Thursday and will be back to work on Monday. I am planning (fingers crossed) not to miss any work or be sick!!! I think the only restriction (no pun intended) will be for lifting.

Isn't it exciting? :P

Turler · 02-02-2008, 07:26 PM

Alfie-
you've lost quite a bit of weight already! That is amazing! Was that your pre-op diet of liquids or more?

Sunwyse · 02-02-2008, 07:35 PM

Turler, don't they suggest at least a week off work after surgery? I hope you aren't trying to push yourself to be back before you need to be.

Turler · 02-02-2008, 07:40 PM

Hi Sunwyse!
I don't know...I talked to my surgeon and he said that as long as I'm on light duty and not doing any lifting, it should be okay. I am pretty honest about my limitations though, and I don't want to push anything...maybe I'll talk to him again and see what he says.
Does your ticker mean wait time until surgery? Why so long?

VOLEMT23 · 02-03-2008, 01:27 PM

CONGRATS JACKIE

I'M SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!!

Going sassy · 02-03-2008, 02:13 PM

see dietion on tue please let us know if you have surgery on thurday and go
back on monday

Hope everything goes well for you. good luck

bandpal · 02-03-2008, 02:51 PM

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I'm a little nervous about the liquid/mushie diets. I have quite and appetite, so I'm worried that it will be painful! Ugh!... When is your surgery? I am having mine on a Thursday and will be back to work on Monday.

Hi Turler, big welcome to LBT and congratulations on your upcoming surgery. Two comments regarding your earlier posts:

I also couldn't imagine, based on my pre-band appetite, that I would be able to handle the liquid and mushie phase, and I can't tell you how pleasant it was to learn how easily my body can be satisfied now that I've been banded. What an empowering experience it is to know that, although I love food and ultimately do need it, I can indeed get by without it just fine for a week! That is an experience that has stayed with me ever since, and I honestly treasure it. While I once thought that my ravenous, insatiable appetite was an inseperable part of whom I am, I have been proven wrong - and I have never been happier about being mistaken.
Although I also was eager to return to work directly after my surgery, I was persuaded to take advantage of the two weeks that were made available to me, and that turns out to have been a very wise choice. Although the actual degree of physical discomfort may have been negligible after the first few days, I was very tired and slept alot; I also enjoyed the opportunity to take small walks at my leisure. Most importantly, I used the time to get used to my new reality - preparing my liquids and mushies, using this site to gain insight and perspective, and getting to know my body, which I had despised and neglected for years, all over again. I wish the same for you.

Welcome again, and best of luck!

JohnC · 02-03-2008, 04:20 PM

Congrades Turler, Just Wondering Why Your Surgery Is Scheduled So Far In Advance?

Turler · 02-03-2008, 04:34 PM

That was the first available date!!!! I wanted it much sooner, but that was the best they could do.

A lot could change before then too as far as needing more time off. I only am going on what my surgeon said. If he decides I need longer, than I will take longer.

Going Sassy--where are you in the process?