About kenson
- Sleeved or not sleeved:
- I have had a gastric sleeve.
- Gastric Sleeve Surgeon:
- Dr. Karl Strom
- Surgery date:
- 2014-01-13
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- 07-13-2015 10:41 PM
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- Yesterday 01:17 PM
- Join Date
- 10-03-2013
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Yesterday, 01:17 PM
Hoping that everything went well for your surgery yesterday. Good Luck and welcome to the forum!
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02-20-2021, 08:15 AM
It's a struggle! I'm struggling too, but I'm trying to do at least one thing that keeps me on track. That one thing might be tracking my meals,...
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02-15-2021, 12:00 PM
I am so sorry to hear of the losses you've endured. It is understandable that your weight was not at the forefront of your mind. Hopefully, once...
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02-15-2021, 11:57 AM
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery. As stated, everyone's opinion on protein shakes differ. I would use Vitamin Shoppe because if you...
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02-05-2021, 05:23 PM
Don't get discouraged. Just keep doing what you're doing. You might need to bump up the calories a bit if you feel that you are working out and...
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02-05-2021, 05:21 PM
When a doctor calls you thin.......oh the joy! So happy you're going to get your TT. I want one so badly!
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02-02-2021, 06:40 PM
Welcome to the forum!
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01-28-2021, 08:19 AM
Kiwi gave some good suggestions that I think will help me as well. I used to be a big reader and had really slowed down on the amount of books that...
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01-25-2021, 02:35 PM
Good Luck on your surgery tomorrow. Remember to sip, sip, sip! You will do just fine!
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01-25-2021, 02:34 PM
Welcome to the forum Dina! The forum has been quiet lately, but let us know if you have any questions!
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01-21-2021, 07:39 AM
Thank you for continuing to inspire and encourage me all these years later!
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01-21-2021, 07:39 AM
Thank you so much!
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01-21-2021, 07:38 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words. One thing I learned from Weight Watchers (WW) is to be kind to yourself. That is my suggestion to you. Be...
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01-19-2021, 09:56 AM
Welcome to the forum! Good luck on your surgery. Just follow the guidelines from your bariatric team. Do what they tell you to and you will be...
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01-19-2021, 08:57 AM
I am a few days late, but this year marks seven years since my sleeve surgery. Where has the time gone and what have I learned?
1. As I've...
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01-18-2021, 08:18 AM
Congratulations on getting sleeved. Keep on doing what works for you and welcome to the forum!
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01-17-2021, 06:57 PM
The compliments never get old! Love the pictures! Beautiful!
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01-17-2021, 06:55 PM
Congratulations! You look awesome!!!
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01-15-2021, 08:12 AM
It's a great feeling! Keep up the good work!
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01-15-2021, 08:11 AM
Thank you!!!!
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01-14-2021, 08:07 AM
Thank you all for your kind words and prayers!
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01-13-2021, 03:42 PM
Hi Janice and KiWi,
I, too, am combatting a few stubborn pounds. I'm back at the gym, in a mask of course, but its something that I need to do. ...
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01-11-2021, 10:55 AM
Sip, sip, sip. Don't get dehydrated. Don't get discouraged. Just stay on top of your liquids.
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01-11-2021, 10:53 AM
I've got Covid 5!!! Today is reset day!!! Thank you for the reminder!
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01-09-2021, 04:21 PM
Welcome to the forum!
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01-05-2021, 09:29 AM
Were you given a plan from your bariatric team? I think by 14 weeks you should be out of the soft foods stage. Eat what you can tolerate. Pay...
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01-05-2021, 09:25 AM
Hi Janice, we've all been on the struggle bus! I am having health challenges right now and on top of changes at my gym, I have found myself with some...
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01-05-2021, 09:22 AM
Totally agree with Sharon. It is too early for you to be changing up what your bariatric team has determined--a plan that works. Here's my analogy:...
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12-29-2020, 03:13 PM
Congratulations!!! Welcome to the forum!
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12-29-2020, 03:13 PM
I think the main thing is to have your head in the right place post surgery. Continue to remember the reasons why you want to have this surgery. ...
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kenson on 01-13-2017 at 11:07 AM
Today is my three year surgiversary! I cannot believe that it has been three years since I had my gastric sleeve surgery. My life has changed exponentially! I am no longer a hermit, staying in the house. I am out in the world, traveling (recently returned from Dubai), meeting friends and really enjoying my life. As I said in previous blogs, I decided that I would follow what my surgeon and his team told me to do to the letter. I really think that’s why I have not had any problems. As my surgeon
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kenson on 01-12-2016 at 09:51 AM
Tomorrow marks my second anniversary since I had my gastric sleeve surgery. I am in shock that this time has arrived already. My life has changed exponentially since my surgery. A little background. Like many, I had struggled with my weight my entire life. I had tried many diets, worked out and was a faithful Weight Watchers member for 10+ years. I lost 50 pounds with WW twice. At some point, WW stopped working for me. I continued going to meetings because it was such a big part of my life,
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kenson on 01-13-2015 at 11:01 AM
One year ago today I had my gastric sleeve surgery. Once I made up my mind to have the surgery, I did not let anyone or anything try to change my mind. My cousin, who had the surgery the previous August, came from CT, and drove me to the hospital. She stayed with me the entire time and has been my biggest supporter and cheerleader. As I type this, I cannot believe how much my life has changed. My starting weight was 240 pounds. I was becoming a recluse. I didn’t want to be around my friends,
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kenson on 10-27-2014 at 07:30 PM
Where has the time gone? I have no idea. Its been a wonderful ride, that I can tell you. Not too much to report other than I am still loving my sleeve. Thankful that I was allowed to have this surgery. I have been given my life back and it gets no better than that! My current stats are: starting weight 240, current weight is 161. My personal goal is 155, but honestly, if I don't get there, I am just fine right where I am.
I continue to follow the guidelines outlined by my NUT and
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kenson on 07-21-2014 at 08:13 PM
Hi All,
I had my six month appointment today. I am down 61 pounds total! I received another keychain. This is a silver one for losing 20% of my weight. My doctor is so pleased with my progress. He said that I am doing tremendously well. Getting sleeved is THE BEST thing that I have ever done in my life, hands down. It has given me back my life. I feel better in every aspect of my life physically and emotionally.
I spoke with the NUT. I always get concerned when I hear
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