- Going for bariatric surgery soon! Will keep you posted on my "quest"March 6, 2009 at 8:50am ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Just waiting for a phone call and a surgery date, as I sent in my part of the $$March 8, 2009 at 2:49pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Got a phone call today....Cleveland Clinic got my $$ and I should be getting a call from the surgeon's office in a few days!March 19, 2009 at 12:49pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Got a surgery date today...May 11, 2009...now I have to wait for another appt. with the surgeon and a phone call from someone else in the BMI. Went to my first Bariatric support group with DH and learned quite a bit!March 21, 2009 at 12:02am ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Now I have to go back to my cardiologist for an "ok" for surgery and HE told me all I needed was a letter from him saying it was fine for me to have the surgery, but his Nurse Practitioner now says "appointment needed".....so I made the appt with cardiologist!March 23, 2009 at 8:24pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Ok.....Called my cardiologist and asked HIM if I really needed this appt....got a call back from my cardiologist's office 2 days ago....DR. says I do NOT need the extra appt. and he will write the letter saying I am ok for the surgery. Sooo.....canceled that extra appt. Just waiting for the pre-op people to call me now and get the pre-op done.April 2, 2009 at 9:29am ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Got my admission appt. package from CCF for all the pre-op tests. Surgery date is coming up fast. I still have to admit I am a bit scared, but this is something I want to do for MYSELF......and then the people I love and my friends. It's scary surgery, but my health is not getting any better and I have been using a cane more and more. (knee and back pain.....slowing me down more...) I am looking forward to being more healthy afterwards!April 19, 2009 at 1:28pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Cool! I never remembered your 'real name' ROFL! thx zola! :)April 20, 2009 at 2:08pm ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsLast night, Marilyn, Robert, Devin and Veya took me out for "early Mother's Day"! (Since I will be going into the hospital the next day and will be on full liquids *blech*) We went to Olive Garden in Mentor and I even indulged in a Frozen S...See MoreApril 26, 2009 at 10:36am ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsI did! Thx!
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Yesterday, Jon and I spent just about ALL DANG DAY at the Clinic! I spent more time WAITING for the appt's then I did AT the appt's. *sigh* Made for a very tiring day! I swear to you.....Just about everywhere you tur...See MoreApril 29, 2009 at 7:32am · 
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Surgeon says I should be in the hospital for about 3 days. I don't know anyone with a laptop that they will let me borrow, so I will be "offline" for a bit *sigh* ; )April 29, 2009 at 7:33pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs u r just a evil, evil woman.........that is why we get along well huh? LOL!! *hugs*April 30, 2009 at 8:16am ·
Frankie Bruchis As a bypass case myself I can attest to 3 days and you will be amazed at how little fills you up! Just remember to wal walk walk!!May 3, 2009 at 12:11am ·- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Today I bought all the vitamins and minerals that CCF says I have to take. Spent $73 on them, but it's about a 3 months supply on 5 diff. chewables. I also went and bought a new pair of slippers and some new socks! Don't want people thinking "*yuck* she has nasty dirty socks!* ROFL!!!....Nurses can and do think about that stuff from time to time!May 7, 2009 at 2:24pm ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsWent to "group" last night and got alot of affirmative comments and suggestions! That group is wonderful! I am very nervous and scared about surgery (any surgery really), but I really feel this is going to be a WONDERFUL TOOL for me in my "...See MoreMay 8, 2009 at 1:32pm ·
Lurinda Pollard Tate Good Luck to you Debi. Fighting the weight has been a constant battle for many people, and now You have a weapon on your side that's hard to beat. Shhhh...you know my daughter-in-law had that surgery 4 years ago. You'd never know it now! And she is so much healthier. I'll be waiting to hear from you when you get back "online".May 8, 2009 at 3:24pm ·- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Ok....Thanks to everyone for all the well wishes.........((Friends))
. I should get, or at least try to get some sleep. Surgery is for 7:15am..and have to get up early. Yes, I am nervous and scared....seems to be worse today ;) BUT....I am sure this will pass after tomorrow afternoon! Well....Good Lord willing, I will be home by Marilyn's birthday 5/14! I will try to leave a note on the home page when I get back and let u all know how I am doing! Luv ya all!!! May 11, 2009 at 1:15am · - Debi McQuillan GibbsI just now got enough energy to check email etc... Thanks for all the prayers......:) I got home on Weds. 5/13.....still in MAJOR hurt, but it is getting a bit better each day. Thats about all for now......it is bothering me to sit in this...See MoreMay 18, 2009 at 4:03pm ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsOnly ONE BAD THING at the Hospital!
Weds, before I got the discharge.....the nurse taking care of me was helping me in the bathroom. She told me I needed to walk in the hallway 4 more times before I go home....so I said "ok" ( you know, as i...See MoreMay 18, 2009 at 4:11pm · - Debbie Colkitt HEY DEb screw her she is rude!! You go girl !!! i am pulling for u!!! :DMay 19, 2009 at 10:49am ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsLast night was not a good one, pain-wise. Today is a bit better though. Pain has been getting better each day, so last night really 'threw one at me'. (Maybe it is because I went to Walgreens for toiletries, etc..)The pain meds I am taking ...See MoreMay 20, 2009 at 12:35pm ·
Mary Hansenyou are SOooo brave and courageous. when you recover from all this enough to be out of pain,....be SURE to write the hospital administration AND your DOCTOR telling them what you told us. That nurse should be FIRED!
How many people have t...See MoreMay 22, 2009 at 9:24pm ·- Debi McQuillan Gibbsdown a total of 13 pounds right now! A blouse I had stopped wearing because it was too taught in the bust line, I can now wear! Cool! Does it look really, really good? Noooo........but I can wear it better than I use to! LOL!!! *ouch* ;)
===...See MoreMay 26, 2009 at 2:48pm · - Debi McQuillan Gibbs I'm pretty sure I have the flu or something. At least it feels that way! It started last night and has stayed that way all day.June 5, 2009 at 4:48pm ·
- Mary Hansen oh my gosh!!! hope you get over THAT!!! hope you have someone around there to help you!!!June 5, 2009 at 10:31pm ·
Zola Ayte fight for your rights Deb!! as a nurse yourself, you understand what is ok, and what isn't!!!
*hugs*
:D~~~June 6, 2009 at 10:58pm ·- Debi McQuillan GibbsToday I have 3 appts. at the CCF, and that includes one surgeon's appt. I have my letter done and will give him a copy of it. Gotta get the Director of Nursings Name and address, along with the ombudsman's name and address. I also want the...See MoreJune 10, 2009 at 9:05am ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsOne scoop of Protein powder equals 1/4 cup. I put the whole amt. in the blender....so this shows you how much protein powder I used.....and I did follow a recipe. Oh well, as I said...I will keep trying and when I find the BEST TASTING Smoo...See MoreJune 10, 2009 at 9:07am ·
- Debbie Colkitt I am glad u r doing better I wish i had a smoothie rec. for u but i do not so good luck with that :) Keep up the good work on losing weight Deb :)June 10, 2009 at 9:10am ·
Marilyn Gibbs That smoothie didn't tast bad, it was just a lil chalky, maybe just a lil more juice and less powder.June 11, 2009 at 8:13pm ·- Debi McQuillan GibbsGotta get the types and amts of food I can eat right now down to a better "science" ...if ya know what I mean....So far my worse nemisis' have been the amt. of any fats and types of sugars I am using. It is hard trying to re-do...or UNdo a ...See MoreJune 18, 2009 at 3:54pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs TYVM Debbie!.......and to everyone else for all the encouraging remarks! :) :) :)June 19, 2009 at 3:34pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Weighed myself today....I have lost ANOTHER 3 pounds! Trying to fiqure out what foods I use to eat/like that do not like me anymore! I scared the living bejesus out of my friend who came over and then called my DH....I think they both thought I was dead.......LOL! (ok, ok.....only I will/can laugh)....I wasn't feeling too good and decided to go to bed EARLY!.....Nice to know that I have good friends that care about me! :)June 24, 2009 at 7:30pm ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsI am now down 32.8 pounds! :) WhooHoo!
Last night I got VERY dizzy...pulse was low (48) BP seemed ok, since I had to palpate it cuz I lost my stethoscope) Feeling better today though.
Called my Dr. this AM....waited for Dr. or NP to call ba...See MoreJuly 7, 2009 at 10:09am · - Debi McQuillan Gibbs Down 42 pounds! Down 42 pounds!Down 42 pounds!Down 42 pounds!Down 42 pounds!Down 42 pounds!
AND HIT MY FIRST WEIGHT LOSS GOAL!!!!!!!!!!!!
(and I am feeling better since I stopped taking the Lopressor, at my Dr's PA request.)July 20, 2009 at 10:17am · - Debi McQuillan Gibbs47 pounds DOWN!
There are now foods that I used to like that I gag on now....most yogurts,cottage cheese, smoothies, chewable calcium & vitamin c tablets. AND these are the GOOD things I need.....trying to find other food stuffs to eat and ...See MoreJuly 28, 2009 at 11:40am · - Debi McQuillan Gibbs I found a protein bar that tastes pretty good......only thing is that the sugar content is a bit high. Soooo....I have cut it into 3's and eat it during the day......so far, no "dumping" and the bar is worth 30 Gms. of protein!August 6, 2009 at 6:03am ·
- Debbie Colkitt WOW 47 pounds I wish i could lose 50 You will by the time i am done typing i am sllllowwwwwwwAugust 7, 2009 at 5:59pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs 51 pounds DOWN! Have had a few "dumping syndrome" episodes, but that was due to me NOT watching the sugar content as close as I use to......believe me, I WILL be checking the labels ALOT closer! 8 more pounds to lose before I get to my 2nd goal!August 26, 2009 at 5:05am ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs Ok.....should have read another label! I had never heard of "sugar alcohol"........but BOY DID I FEEL IT! It's neither sugar or alcohol.......but has something to do with the artificial sweetners........if I read that right. Will DEFF. do some reading on that! That is for sure! 53 pounds down!September 5, 2009 at 9:08pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs 62......SIXTY-TWO Pounds DOWN!! Damn that feels good to say!!! (and feels good physically also!)October 7, 2009 at 6:39pm ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs 125 pounds DOWN! God How I want to STAY this way! Hows that for a "push"? lolSeptember 28 at 7:54pm ·
- Debi McQuillan GibbsSaw the nutritionist on Monday........she was VERY HAPPY & PLEASED with my progress! The Dr. (not the surgeon) was completely opposite....she just about "dissed" everything I had to say and when I asked her what I could do if the 2 options she gave me didn't work for me.....she said sarcastically .....and I QUOTE: " I ALREADY *TOLD* YOU WHAT TO DO".....gonna dump her and see the surgeon for follow ups or another dr. for them. After she pissed me off, I only answered her with "yes or no" answers, and when done, I just left her office without a goodbye or anything.......and then went to the appt. desk and asked if I had to see "that bitch" anymore.....and was told who else I could see. (when I said that, the nurses gave each other a "knowing look" and smiled when they told me who else I could see.)October 15 at 10:07am ·
- Debi McQuillan Gibbs I HIT MY ULTIMATE WEIGHT LOSS GOAL!!! I am sooooooo happy! Now I have to work at not going over it..........*yikes* I am so use to what/how I eat now, I hope I keep it up! *DRUM ROLL PLEASE!* 130 pounds lost!a few seconds ago ·
Saturday, January 1, 2011
My Quest (bariatric surgery)
Notes to and from me during my weight loss quest:
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