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    5 years, 3 months, 19 days. GOAL!

    After all this time I don’t get on this site much. In the beginning I lived here! Had my sleeve done in Mexico-best decision I ever made.
    I lost 100 lbs pretty quickly and at 173 just 5 pounds...
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    Totally agree with the Mexico route. I bit scary but the BEST THING I EVER DID FOR MYSELF!
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    Re: Newbie with a question

    I was one of the lucky ones, recovery was quick and uncomplicated. Worst was the sickenly sweet protein drinks-egg drop soup was a life saver. Never regretted my decision. 5 yrs out and weight...
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    Re: Long term results?

    5 yrs out in a week! NO REGRETS! Had a hernia 2 yrs after but it was there before just too much extra weight to find it. No other problems weight well maintained.
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    Re: So that is what toad froth is!!!!

    Had my sleeve 5 yrs ago and never heard it called that. Ha ha excellent description. Totally gross isnt it but never regretted my decision
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    Going to Mexico (Dr. Kelly) was a godsend ! Someone asked me just yesterday why on gods green earth I went to Mexico? My insurance would not cover as well. $5000 vs. $20,000 easy decision ...
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    Re: I need help

    Egg drop soup saved me in those early days. Got so sick of sweet drinks!
  8. Re: Nerves/apprehensions/hesitations.......questions

    Best decision I ever made. I didn't experience any hair loss, scaring is so minimal at close to two years out barely visible. My whole relationship with food has changed. I still enjoy going out...
  9. Re: Anyone obese since infancy get their 1st weight-loss success with sleeve?

    I had my sleeve surgery in Mexico at the age of 58. Life time of struggle with weight. A pediatrician gave me diet pills at 10! Like so many others lost and gained, lost a lot of weight in...
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    Re: Hubby not being supportive

    Those fortunate not to struggle with weight issues don't understand. I have lost and regained SOOO..... Many times. I was good at losing but not maintaining. This surgery has been such a blessing...
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    Re: exercise

    I HATE the gym! I don't really work out either and have lost and maintained easily a 100 lb. weight loss. I do have a pretty active lifestyle- horseback riding I instructor- I also turn on the...
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    Re: Is this really me!

    Heather you are NOT to big to ride, at my heaviest I still rode but honestly not as much. It was awkward getting on. Years ago I saw a woman showing a big Appy that I bet weighed at least 300 lbs. ...
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    Re: Surgery in 5 days - should I cancel

    2013920139It is scary but so worth it! 100 pounds GONE. Only regret is not doing it sooner. See this happy face!
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    Re: Is this really me!

    I'll do that Julie! I'm actually a riding instructor. I own 16 horses and the only one I've never ridden is a 13.2 hd sport pony. I was always afraid I would crush her. Think she can handle me...
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    Re: Is this really me!

    I am so blessed that this surgery has had such a dramatic effect on my life. 100 lbs GONE! My life has changed in so many ways and all of them good! I want to shout from the rooftops that if as I,...
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    Is this really me!

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    Re: Is it stuck with you too??

    Over a year out and I STILL get "belchy" if I take a big drink : )
  18. Re: Need some NON-SWEET POST-OP LIQUID PHASE protein ideas

    Egg drop soup! I was so sick of sweet stuff-and I like sweet!
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    Re: Scared but Excited

    Having this surgery is the very best decision I have ever made for ME! You wouldn't be normal if it wasn't a bit scary but I would have saved myself a ton of worry if I had known how very easy the...
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    Re: Every few month or so......

    Words of wisdom!
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    The things we tell ourselves!

    I never wore shorts! Truly as the owner of a stable/riding instructor I wear jeans to ride but times I wasn't planning to ride I still always wore long pants-even when it was 90+ outside. When...
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    Re: Think I've ate too much!

    Dont worry about it at this point. As time goes on you'll be able to eat a bit more. Sometimes I had peanut butter either by itself or added to a shake to increase calories. Always listen to your...
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    Re: Thinking about Surgery in Mexico?

    Dr. Ramos-Kelly in Tijuana for me. Best decision I ever made! Do your research, get recommendations from people who have have recent surgeries with him...many people don't realize this surgery has...
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    Re: Hair loss - how bad does it get?

    Read about Sheng Fa, a Chinese herbal in this forum. Inexpensive, no hair loss for me!
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    Re: Who did you tell about your surgery?

    Since I went to Mexico I told very few people before the surgery. I knew some would be horrified and didn't want to justify my decision. After I have told everyone that asks about my dramatic...
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