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CherylS. 23 years ago

Hi All! Still posting from my surgery page, because nothing else works!! I wanted to respond to Jill W. post today. I am a mother of 2 beautiful girls, wife of a most of the time loving husband. For the past 19 years, I have been someone's mother, wife, volunteer.....I completely stopped taking care of me. The weight I gained during those times put my health in danger. 2003 is the year for Cheryl. I don't mean that selfishly, I mean it to take care of me. I want to be able to live the rest of my life without the worry of how obese I am or will become. I have been through so many hurtful moments because of my weight. It is something you really have to search inside about. For me, it has been the best decision, even though I am not feeling so hot right now, I know my future will be brighter! So look inside Jill......

L. Brown 23 years ago

Cheryl, Congrats on your journey to the BIG LOSERS club. The things you describe are very normal. I am 9 months out and remember that I didn't actually start to feel hungry until about 5-6 months out. The first 4-6 weeks your tummy is healing and you really have to be diligent about chewing everything to a puree consistency, and eating very, very slowly. This will help you ease back into eating without too much pain or vomiting. Now that I'm 9 months out, I can tell you for sure that these things will pass, and all of it will be worth it. The energy levels take a little longer to get back, make sure you are taking your vitamins and any iron supplements your doctor has prescribed. Good luck to you and if you ever want to talk, just e-mail me.

CherylS. 23 years ago

I am going to try to post from my surgery page since the cyber monster keeps eating my posts! I am almost 3 weeks out and still am feeling low energy and nauseous. I don't feel like eating and when I do, it hurts going down and then lays in my new tummy like a brick. Is this normal??? Thanks!

CherylS. 23 years ago

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CherylS. 23 years ago

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Sharon L. 23 years ago

Cheryl, hope you are feeling better soon. In the meantime her is a cyber hug to help you feel better. Bless you.

dizzy 23 years ago

Cheryl~I hope you are feeling better soon.I wish you the best on your WL journey. Take care.

Valarie M. 23 years ago

Cheryl, I hope you feel better soon! Peace, Valarie

Debbie B. 23 years ago

Cheryl - so sorry to hear of your infection. Just remember, if God brings you to it, he will bring you through it! Give yourself time to heal and you'll be eating lunch with Al Roker before you know it!! Debbie

Cathy S. 23 years ago

Hi Cheryl, keep the faith. You will be feeling better soon. Kim has been keeping me posted and we are both excited to meet you at our group meeting. If the 14th is too soon, next month will be great. Get well fast.