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  1. Surgery delay!!



    My surgery was canceled on the 2nd. By my nerologist. She wants a Mri and TEE done before surgery. I am getting frustrated but i guess better safe than sorry. On the bright side my daughter had hers on the 2nd she is doing great! Down 14 lbs sofar. I cant wait to join her on her journey.
  2. "Are you pregnant?"

    Today I have one of my 8-year-old son's friends over for a playdate/homework date. I got them settled on their word work, and then retreat to my office to prepare for a meeting tonight. The friend needs help with something, so I come back in the room. As I walk in, I see him looking at my belly. He asks-- "Are you pregnant?" I say no, I'm just fat.
    A few minutes later, his pencil breaks. I go back to my office to grab a fresh pencil, but as I return I see he's already found ...
  3. Better Late Than Never! 2 Plus Years Later!

    by , 05-08-2017 at 01:53 PM (February 24th Is The Day!)
    Boy has it been ages since I've made a post or even been on here for that matter. In the beginning of my journey I was on here daily researching everything I could before I made my decision to change my life. After surgery I was on here daily getting an immense amount of support and encouragement from all the wonderful people that have joined this site. If you are considering this surgery I can tell you first hand that this was the best decision I have ever made for myself. It wasn't about anyone ...
  4. Learning to advocate for myself

    I realized that instead of just waiting for the far-away follow-up appointment to officially get my sleep study results, I should call back and see if there were any cancellations or earlier appointments. When I called, I explained my situation (quickly) and the scheduler said that they have a nurse practitioner who is available THIS WEEK to review results. I almost fell off my chair. How awesome would it be to get the results sooner? Rather than 2 months from now? So-- I have an appointment ...
  5. Anniversary of My First Half-Marathon!

    I can't believe it's been a year since I ran my first half-marathon! Here's my story at:

    https://downthescale.com/2016/05/18/...thon-and-more/

    What goals have you accomplished since you've had surgery? Please share!