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Post by uniqdrgnfly on Jan 13, 2012 18:34:44 GMT -5
Hi all...I just found this board also and I like the feel of it already.
Me too!....not interested in any politics and the other places I have been are full of it; not interested in all the surgery bashing either, every body's body is different and who knows who follows their doctors orders anyway which is why I don't care who didn't lose how many pounds for how long... I am sure you get my drift.
I posted a few times on other places to give my support by sharing what I am going through for the younger ones and those my age....yes, I am a granny!...lol. I too am more interested in the "head stuff".
I can imagine the "dead horses" that get beaten. I am having my VGS on Monday in Mexico and I promise not to go on and on about it all....lol.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 13, 2012 19:28:58 GMT -5
I am 50 and went to Mexico for my sleeve.
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Post by uniqdrgnfly on Jan 13, 2012 20:31:58 GMT -5
Hi Mom...I was raised up in Texas and never have been there, so this will be my first trip over there.
I forgot to add that I love the privacy here....does our post show up if we google our user names like they do other places?...lol.
I put the url under my signature at the other place...maybe get more members.
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Post by pumpkin on Jan 13, 2012 23:04:45 GMT -5
Even though I have a sleeve, I still consider myself a Lap Bander first and foremost. I spend most of my time educating pre-ops in hopes that they will not choose the band, but if they still want it then at least I tried to " Pay it Forward "
Please refer any pre-ops and those who need help with their bands to the Failed Bands Forum.
Thanks
Lisa
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Post by nextchapter on Jan 14, 2012 0:06:19 GMT -5
I also like that this site has a pass code to enter.
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Post by doglover on Jan 14, 2012 17:19:44 GMT -5
I'm here, but only every couple days. The software and functionality of this site is not my cup of tea. Hope to participate more when the "new" version is out.
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Post by bigolbear on Jan 31, 2012 14:29:56 GMT -5
I'm in. I havd the VSG on 4/11 from the Lap-Band which I had on 3/8. So I'm a convert but I am in.
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Post by Brandilynn on Jan 31, 2012 14:37:37 GMT -5
What are we doing? Picketing? Voting? Making a cheerleading pyramid!?
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Post by mizdel on Jan 31, 2012 18:41:29 GMT -5
Prodigal VSGer here. I never posted much on the OH VSG board, but I will make an effort to post here.
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Post by felinemommy on Jan 31, 2012 19:01:21 GMT -5
I lurk more than anything else over on OH, but it's apparent how much things have changed there. Too bad because I got such good info over there when I was first researching. I hope more find their way over here......we need resources for those really interested in learning about their WLS options.
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Post by sheila on Jan 31, 2012 23:19:01 GMT -5
I too hope things pick up here for VSG - after 10 years of planning surgery (RNY back then), it's finally happening next month, and I need support now more than ever!
I've been a member on OH for 10+ years, though I lurked more than anything. Insurance approval in Sep 2001 was suddenly rescinded Jan 1 2002, just prior to scheduled surgery. I've entertained the idea of self-pay on and off throughout the years returning to OH time and again to read and research. However, the FB sharing stopped me cold as far as openly posting. The proverbial straw...
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Post by maggienug on Feb 1, 2012 0:57:51 GMT -5
Hi All, I just popped over tonight. I like what I see here so far. I am a newbie all around. I am scheduled for VSG surgery Monday morning (Feb. 6) I can't wait!!!! I will keep you all posted. For now, I need to find out how to input all my info on here.
-Maggie
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Post by April M. on Feb 1, 2012 6:25:36 GMT -5
Hi All, I just popped over tonight. I like what I see here so far. I am a newbie all around. I am scheduled for VSG surgery Monday morning (Feb. 6) I can't wait!!!! I will keep you all posted. For now, I need to find out how to input all my info on here. -Maggie Maggie, it's pretty easy. Click on yourself/your avatar, and the page it brings up should have an "edit profile" link on it... Somewhere near the top, I believe. Don't hold me to it though, as I mostly use the mobile app and don't get a good look at the actual site very often. Good luck on your journey! And because I'm "one of them" I must ask... Did you consider the DS as one of the 4 options for WLS before deciding on the VSG? Just want to make sure you've been given the opportunity to make a fully informed decision before you have surgery... |
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Post by nandmsmom on Feb 1, 2012 13:18:20 GMT -5
I just came over from OH, looking around now. It would be nice to have a really active board with lots of topics.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2012 13:23:04 GMT -5
I just came over from OH, looking around now. It would be nice to have a really active board with lots of topics. We gots some chatty folks, so if there's a topic you want to discuss- post away! |
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Post by ashleyxx on Feb 1, 2012 15:04:22 GMT -5
Hey everyone I was sleeved November 16th, I love it and have no regrets!
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Post by vacationlover on Feb 1, 2012 15:58:27 GMT -5
Wow! So many familiar faces are here! I am currently still on OH too, but am kind of bitter at them, so may switch over here soon...
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Post by Brandilynn on Feb 1, 2012 16:31:29 GMT -5
Hey VL, I dont think you have to pledge allegience to one or the other, I think you can play at different friends houses without having to decide who is your bestest bestie, you know?
At least, they haven't made me sign a no-compete document yet! :}
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Post by afdonn on Feb 1, 2012 16:50:18 GMT -5
I just joined here, I lurk OH and get a lot of support from these message boards. I am one year, 2weeks out from my surgery, have lost92pounds. About 20 more to go. I'm on my iPad so my typing isn't great, sorry. Anyhow the VSG is the best thing that has ever happened to me. These forums have helped me so much on this journey, thank you all. Anne
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Post by Catie on Feb 1, 2012 19:25:58 GMT -5
Hi All, I just popped over tonight. I like what I see here so far. I am a newbie all around. I am scheduled for VSG surgery Monday morning (Feb. 6) I can't wait!!!! I will keep you all posted. For now, I need to find out how to input all my info on here. -Maggie Maggie, it's pretty easy. Click on yourself/your avatar, and the page it brings up should have an "edit profile" link on it... Somewhere near the top, I believe. Don't hold me to it though, as I mostly use the mobile app and don't get a good look at the actual site very often. Good luck on your journey! And because I'm "one of them" I must ask... Did you consider the DS as one of the 4 options for WLS before deciding on the VSG? Just want to make sure you've been given the opportunity to make a fully informed decision before you have surgery... I just wanted to address this because I think it's a valid question and I know how passionately the DS'ers here advocate for the procedure...with really good reason! I did consider DS along with the sleeve and chose the sleeve. I was a relative lightweight at just 40 BMI. I'm 5'11, 40 years old and very active. No co-morbidities...just fat. All indications both physically and psychologically pointed to me being successful with the sleeve alone. I personally did not want the malabsorption of the DS as that surgery seemed to "radical" for me. I absolutely know that the very malabsorption that I rejected is what makes the long term result of the DS the best. it just wasn't for me. I think that sleevers and DS'ers can peacefully co-exist and appreciate the factors that make the right decision different for different people. I am glad this board is here. |
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Post by pinklyfe on Feb 4, 2012 23:16:51 GMT -5
Hi, I'm new here and so happy i found this site. I really like how this board is private as well. I dont think ive posted anything that OH would want to use on their FB site. I've scheduled my VSG for 4/5 in MX with Dr Ponce De Leon. I've never had surgery outside of my c sections. I'm very excited but also nervous.im a health care professional and work in a major teaching institution and medical center. So I know first hand all the things that can go wrong.
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Post by Lexie 84 on Feb 5, 2012 12:19:45 GMT -5
Soon to be VSGer here! I usually lurk on both sites but definitely post when i see the sites r really active. I like being able to go back n forth between here and OH. The more info the better! Forget all the drama n bull crap, it actually is quite entertaining to read when i dont feel like watching TV...nuthin like a good soap opera!
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