Michelle R.
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Michelle D. 23 years, 1 month ago
Hi Michelle, my name is Michelle and we had our lap rny on the same day except..I'm in Massachusetts. I just wanted to say that I am so happy for you and your family...and wondering how far away from your goal you are. I still have about 30 pounds to go...the last frustrating stretch of this journey! My husband and children were my best support also. My oldest son's most exciting day was when he could hug me all the way around! and likes to climb into one of my old sweaters that I saved along with me and there's stilol room for more. Again congratulations on coming this far! ~Michelle Donadio
Michelle R. 24 years, 4 months ago
I wanted to say a great BIG THANKS to all that have wished me well!!! And good luck to all that are on their way!!! Please, anyone, feel free to email me anytime!!!
Michelle R. 24 years, 4 months ago
Well all, I am 7 days out and feeling OK!! I have made it, didn't think that I would in the beginning, WOW!!! For some reason I had a problem with my lungs and was on oxygen the whole hospital stay and even had to come home with it. As of this morning, I deceided I would try going without it, and.....WOOOHOOOO I don't get light headed or feel like death without it. I think I am on my way. I felt as though the oxygen was really holding me back, it was a pain to walk--shower--to do anything with it on. I have to go back to Great Falls on Wednesday (1-16-02) to get my JP drain out. I will update more after that day. The whole time that I have been out of the hospital I can actually say that I haven't felt that bad and that I haven't had hunger at all!! At this point I am having a hard time reminding myself to drink and eat that jell-O. I am just not hungry!! (first time that I can ever say that one!! hehehe) Being completely honest with you all, I have had a hard time with my hubby and son eating normally. You know, I figured out that food is a way to connect when you have a busy life and that is the way that we used to connect all the time. We had our normalcies, when and where we would go and eat (because of schedules), I have wanted to cry when they have the normal things to eat and here I am with jell-O and water (hehehe), I know this is something that I will just have to work through. It's funny cause' I DON'T want the food that they are eating (but I do, cause it is normal) OMG...my normal is a changin' for the better!!! My whole life is changing for the better (because I will feel better about myself physically, emotionally, mentally). I will update as I go!! I am still so happy to be on the OTHER SIDE!! Surgery was January 7,2002 Starting weight was 366# " " BMI 60.8
Michelle R. 24 years, 4 months ago
BrendaSinger 24 years, 4 months ago
Michelle~~Here's to a quick happy recovery. Remember to walk, walk, walk, drink, drink, drink and cough, cough, cough. Use the incentive spirometer not matter how much you hate it. Many prayers sent your way. You can do it! God Bless us each and everyone. Visit my profile...i have lots of great websites you can check out that may be of interest.
lissapayne 24 years, 4 months ago
I just wanted to wish you well on your surgery and just say that I am here if you have any questions! God Bless you and I will pray for your speedy recovery!
AngelNTx65 24 years, 4 months ago
Michelle~Well your day is almost here.I am so excited for you and I wish you the best.Take a deep breath and know you're about to do something truly wonderful for yourself.Please keep us posted. God Bless~Kim