greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
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« on: June 11, 2009, 11:51:56 PM » |
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Hi Everyone, I've watched every episode from BTV so far and think they are fantastic.  Good job Toni and the team. It's like you are in my head. Although, I find the episodes most useful to play while my husband is around - so I can educate him without him realising! lol I'm a 37 year old female. I teach maths in a college (students 19+). For that reason, I kept my surgery secret at work - I couldn't stand questions from literally 100's of people - I've enough on saving my own sanity, nevermind coping with other people's comments. My family all know about my surgery and have been supportive - in their own ways  I've lost 9 stones exactly (That's 126 pounds as of this morning - way hay!) and only have 12 pounds to go to be just under the BMI 25 - normal weight! Anyway, gotta go to work now, so I'll pop back later, Bye for now |
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baka
Mr. Wizard of Protein
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 07-27-09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Surf City, CA
Posts: 4927
Tuo Ku Zi, Fang Pi
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« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2009, 03:04:01 AM » |
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Welcome and congrats on great work!
How do you handle the questions about your weight loss when people at work or friends ask?
Ian
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ATTN Freshly Pouched Freaks: Never, and I mean NEVER, trust a fart!
Fear Can Hold You Prisoner - Hope Can Set You Free!
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Big Mickey
BTV's Man in Charge...with a freak stump of an appendix!!
Administrator
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: January 1st, 2009
Surgery Type: Marlborolectomy
Posts: 1239
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« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2009, 06:31:39 AM » |
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Hey Greebo!
Thanks for taking the trip across the pond to join us here in the land-O-freaks! It's always fun to have an international perspective on things. Please keep coming back and sharing your journey with us. I am sure it would be interesting to see the differences, and similarities, of your journey in jolly ole England.
Goodonya,
Mike
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Who is just as observant, and dashingly good looking, as his wife is.
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MelissaAletha
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 5/26/09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Southern California
Posts: 771
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« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2009, 06:40:41 AM » |
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Welcome to the group!
Congrats on your loss! When did you have the surgery?
Melissa
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ttowe
BTV Hostess and Future star of Chihuahua Hoarders / Licked to Death by cuteness
Administrator
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 4, 2004
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Santee, CA
Posts: 4616
BTV Bling
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« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2009, 07:27:50 AM » |
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Welcome aboard.
Thanks for the kind words. We love hearing feedback.
You are also doing awesome and thanks for converting the "stone" to "lbs" for us.
I lost 130lbs...does that mean I lost 9 stones too?
And thanks for the comment about watching the show with your husband. When we first started this show, I don't think Lynnda and I saw the impact this would have on spouses and children. We've have feedback from people stating they use our show to educate their friends and family about the surgery and that it opens a line of communication in a fun way.
Thanks again,
Sincerely,
Toni
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Hello.. My name is Toni.. And I am a chihuahua addict.
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Lady K.
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 4/7/2009
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 958
The second greatest power ~ the power to choose!
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« Reply #5 on: June 12, 2009, 08:24:35 AM » |
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Hi and Welcome from Sacramento, CA! I was able to visit England way back in 1979 and really enjoyed myself, even though I still think you guys drive on the wrong side of the road - LOL! I so want to come back and visit again now that I'm older and can appreciate it.
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Lady K. ~ aka: Paula Highest - 320/Surgery - 270 (4/7/09)/Doctor's Goal - 180 (12/13/09) - My goal - HEALTHY!! Last wt 160ish April 2011 MY BLOG |
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Mo-Mik
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 27, 2009
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: KC, MO
Posts: 1140
Life is Good!
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« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2009, 01:12:00 PM » |
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Welcome to the show/forum. There is more than enough freakiness here to go around!!!
Oh and Lady K- I haven't commented yet on your new pic. You look absolutely radiant!!!!!!!!!!!!
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #7 on: June 12, 2009, 02:04:24 PM » |
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Hello again, Thanks for the warm welcome, you're a friendly bunch! Ian, the comments about my weightloss have been.... hmmm ....varied. Before my surgery, I had been trying to diet and exercise for years. My colleagues were used to hearing about my latest efforts, my new ideas or the fact that I'd managed to walked so many miles at the gym that week. I had the surgery in the college summer holidays (an 8 week summer break) and was back at work in the September. No one noticed the weightloss at first - then the comments and enquiries started - I just let everyone think that my dieting and exercise were finally working - I also told people that I was food journalling and that I was restricting my calories under the supervision of my doctor and dietitian. As I approached "normal" size, people became inquisitive to the extreme - I felt hassled and persecuted - total strangers at work were asking me personal questions. All the enquiries took up lots of my time. I sought advice on another forum and realised I was focussing too much on trying not to get upset and staying polite (my job depends on that) and what I needed to do was focus on avoidance tactics. Now if someone comments I say "thankyou" and then pay them a compliment - on anything! Their hair, clothes whatever, just to turn the conversation away from me. If they persist, I suddeny have to leave for "some urgent business" that I will be late for. Melissa, I had my surgery on August 8th last year - that's 08/08/08! The chinese think the number 8 is lucky and for them that day was a VERY special day - I thought it was fate dealing me a good hand. Toni, Yes you've lost over 9 stone! There's 14 pounds to a stone so, you lost 9 stone 4lb - how excellent is that! Wow Lady K, I'm gld you enjoyed your trip over here in '79 - I think things have probably changed a little bit since then.  But we still drive on the left  Nice to meet you all again - I'm definitely a regular now, Diane |
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Barb
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 12-3-09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Cleveland OH
Posts: 532
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« Reply #8 on: June 12, 2009, 03:29:21 PM » |
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Welcome to our freaky forum Diane and congrats on your success!! Yet another inspiration for us newbies  can't wait to hear more about your journey... |
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I'm a FREAK and proud of it!!
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HopenToBeThin
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Pouch Date 6/15/09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: KY
Posts: 2811
We lost 246 in 9 mths - 3/13/10
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« Reply #9 on: June 13, 2009, 11:08:53 AM » |
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Welcome aboard
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #10 on: June 13, 2009, 02:27:38 PM » |
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Thanks for the welcomes Barb and Pauls.
Paula, I just noticed your surgery date is th 15th of this month - is that right? Are you doing a pre op diet?
Diane
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HopenToBeThin
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Pouch Date 6/15/09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: KY
Posts: 2811
We lost 246 in 9 mths - 3/13/10
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« Reply #11 on: June 13, 2009, 06:55:52 PM » |
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Yep, I am on clear liquids today and tomorrow. Broth, water, protein, jello, broth, water, protein, jello . . . .
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #12 on: June 14, 2009, 05:05:48 AM » |
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I had to do 2 weeks of: 2 pints semi skimmed milk, 2 low fat yogurts (Muller lites), 1 oxo cube drink and that's it...... I snuck in some s/f jelly tho'. Well good luck, this bit's nearly over for you - this is where the fat starts to "melt away" - woo hoo! I'm excited for you, I hope everything goes as planned. Diane |
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T2Nashville
Queen of the Kitchen Freak
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: October 13, 2008
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 4755
Photo by Candy
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« Reply #13 on: June 15, 2009, 09:19:55 AM » |
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Hey Diane - I'm late to welcome, but we sure are proud to have you here! Your story is an inspiration to all of us, and congratulations on such a successful weight loss. Keep posting!
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"The body vs. the mind - now THAT'S a fight!" Hetty from NCIS: Los Angeles
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #14 on: June 16, 2009, 05:38:08 AM » |
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Thanks for the welome T2Nashville . I love your picture, you look beautiful and happy. I don't know if it's intentional, but it looks like you are looking upwards, to the last post, like you are speaking to them |
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T2Nashville
Queen of the Kitchen Freak
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: October 13, 2008
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 4755
Photo by Candy
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« Reply #15 on: June 16, 2009, 06:48:21 AM » |
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I never thought of that, but it's a great way to look at a forum post! This was my 7-month surgiversary picture - 94 pounds gone - and I was just so happy, and my co-worker snapped the pic while I was enjoying the sunshine that day. It's my favorite so far!
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"The body vs. the mind - now THAT'S a fight!" Hetty from NCIS: Los Angeles
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kristopia
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 21, 2009, Dr. Armando Joya
Surgery Type: VSG
Posts: 2805
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« Reply #16 on: June 17, 2009, 06:34:29 AM » |
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Hi Diane - I don't know if I said welcome or not, but...well, welcome! This is a wonderful forum, and our BTV people are amazing. |
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shepkatt
Honey Badger don't give a sh*t
Administrator
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 11/17/2003
Surgery Type: RNY
Posts: 3189
WLS ain't for wussies
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« Reply #17 on: June 20, 2009, 08:09:41 AM » |
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Hi Diane -
Welcome to the BTV forums.. I am looking forward to getting to know you.
~lynnda
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I enjoy fine chocolate.. cheese and being on time. I am Switzerland!
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #18 on: June 20, 2009, 12:04:21 PM » |
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Thanks for the welcome! Glad to see you back lynnda, missed ya (yes, already ) Diane |
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Kellie
Super Freak
Surgery Date: Lapband: 1-23-09
Surgery Type: Lapband
Posts: 173
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« Reply #19 on: June 20, 2009, 04:57:45 PM » |
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Welcome from across the pond Greebo! I've always wanted to go to England, I still hope to go someday in the next decade I'm what you'd call an Anglophile I used to practice my accent, and actually used to do voice over work for a radio station around here, as an English gal- and the occasional Osbourne parody where I played Sharon Osbourne on the air |
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #20 on: June 21, 2009, 10:43:40 PM » |
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Hi Kellie, Thanks for the welcome. I don't think England is all that great at the moment - I'm working on saving up for a "round the world trip"! My hubby says he's up for it, but then gets all worried about my wls and "things" that could happen. I'm not sure what "things" he thinks might happen to me, but Im not gonna let it stop me going (with or without him, if need be  ). I'll certainly be visiting America on my travels - but this is at least a year or 2 away yet - I've only got half the money saved up yet, and hubby has saved........NOTHING!  Diane |
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HopenToBeThin
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Pouch Date 6/15/09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: KY
Posts: 2811
We lost 246 in 9 mths - 3/13/10
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« Reply #21 on: June 22, 2009, 04:36:10 AM » |
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Wow just noticed your ticker. You are so close to goal. Congrats! That has to feel great.
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greebo115
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 08/08/08
Surgery Type: RNY Gastric Bypass
Posts: 1775
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« Reply #22 on: June 22, 2009, 11:10:27 PM » |
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Hi Paula, Thanks - I KNOW It's so exciting! - Surprisingly though, it's also a little bit worrying, coz I keep thinking about the next stage as "not losing weight". I'm so used to focussing on losing, "just one more pound". I food journal and count calories. I suppose I'll just carry on as I am now, just up the calories a bit, I dunno  You'll be here too before you know it - fancy that......worrrying about losing too much weight! Crazy |
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Lady K.
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 4/7/2009
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 958
The second greatest power ~ the power to choose!
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« Reply #23 on: June 23, 2009, 02:39:29 PM » |
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Hi Paula, Thanks - I KNOW It's so exciting! - Surprisingly though, it's also a little bit worrying, coz I keep thinking about the next stage as "not losing weight". I'm so used to focussing on losing, "just one more pound". I food journal and count calories. I suppose I'll just carry on as I am now, just up the calories a bit, I dunno You'll be here too before you know it - fancy that......worrrying about losing too much weight! CrazyRemember this isn't a 'diet' - it is a life style. You will not be changing your life style. You will still journal and count, you just won't be so concerned about losing that 'one more pound'. There will be fluctuations, but what you will be watching for is a gain of 5-10#... then you'll want to cut back a bit. That will be the type of focusing you will be doing next. I can't wait to get there myself |
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Lady K. ~ aka: Paula Highest - 320/Surgery - 270 (4/7/09)/Doctor's Goal - 180 (12/13/09) - My goal - HEALTHY!! Last wt 160ish April 2011 MY BLOG |
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bbwredhair
Jr. Freak
Surgery Date: May 28, 2009 / 12-15-2010
Surgery Type: TOGA, then had Gastric Bypass
From:: UMASS Memorial Worcester, MA Dr. Kelly
Posts: 85
TW 303, pre surgery 267, day of surgery 262
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« Reply #24 on: July 02, 2009, 01:09:10 PM » |
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HI Greebo,
I am a Southern transplant, but I'm in New England too! Where abouts are you? Welcome to the site!
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