Queen J
Happiness
Jul 18, 2007
There is so much going on in my life right now. I have a new job. I work for the University here in my hometown, Troy University in the Financial Aid Department from 8-5 then I work another full-time job from 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. I am doing pretty good and taking my vitamins and drinking sugar-free energy drinks, and I work my homebased business in Desktop Publishing, still have my set up at festivals selling my Shea Butter and Black Soap. Active in my church as Sunday School Teacher, Choir Director, and Director of the Youth Department, Chairperson of the Deacons Wives Ministry and everything else. I guess I stay busy. Yall pray for me!
Surgery, Again!!!
Jun 20, 2007
Well, the plastic surgeon's office called me on Monday, June 18, and said that my test came back okay, but that when a lump this size is found in a breast the law said, they will have to take it out.
I will be going for a pre-op on Wednesday, June 27, and then they will schedule my surgery. I will let everyone know how everything turns out.
The Queen at her Loveliest
Jun 11, 2007
5 years and 4 Months Post-op!!!!
Jun 11, 2007
Today I am 5 years and 4 months post-op. Today I am scheduled to have a breast biopsy. I had a breast reduction on February 5, of this year. After the healing, I found a lump the size of a walnut under my left breast. I told the surgeon about it and he thinks it might be scar tissue. Just to make sure he is doing a biopsy.
I pray that everything will be alright. If not, I am prepared! I hope that anyone reading this right now, to always check yourself for any and everything that don't seem normal. We are the only one who know what our bodies are going through.
I pray that everything will be alright. If not, I am prepared! I hope that anyone reading this right now, to always check yourself for any and everything that don't seem normal. We are the only one who know what our bodies are going through.
June 5, 2007
Jun 05, 2007
June is finally here. WOW I am feeling great right about now. I have really been getting a lot of WOW Moments lately.
As you know I am 5.4 years post-op and every where I go people tell me they hardly recognize me. A friend of mine told me the other day that his wife said, she knew a lot of people who had the surgery and that they have gained their weight back but I have kept mine off. That was a wonderful WOW moment for me. I have gained but I still look good I am still the "Queen Diva"
I would like for all of you to pray for me. As some of you probably know, I had a breast reduction on February 5, 2007. I went for my 3 month check-up and I told the Dr. that I had a lump in my breast the size of a walnut. He thinks it might be scar tissue, but on Tuesday, June 12, I will have a biopsy done to see if it is cancerous. Which he says its hardly ever is. I ask that you all say a little prayer for me.
Love and best wishes.
As you know I am 5.4 years post-op and every where I go people tell me they hardly recognize me. A friend of mine told me the other day that his wife said, she knew a lot of people who had the surgery and that they have gained their weight back but I have kept mine off. That was a wonderful WOW moment for me. I have gained but I still look good I am still the "Queen Diva"
I would like for all of you to pray for me. As some of you probably know, I had a breast reduction on February 5, 2007. I went for my 3 month check-up and I told the Dr. that I had a lump in my breast the size of a walnut. He thinks it might be scar tissue, but on Tuesday, June 12, I will have a biopsy done to see if it is cancerous. Which he says its hardly ever is. I ask that you all say a little prayer for me.
Love and best wishes.
Whaz Up
May 15, 2007
Today is May 15, 2007. I am sitting hear reading the BAF and thinking on how life has changed for me.
I think of how I have not been doing what I should do keep my tool working properly. I am 5 years and 2 months post-op and I have gained about 25 pounds but; I try not to beat myself up too bad. I really need to drink more water and exercise. I know if I exercise it (the weight) will come off again. I am happy where I am. But, I refuse to go above a size 16, therefore, I must keep and stay on track to get my weight back down.
They say, that WLS is the easy way out, but honey, it is the only way out, and you must work at it day by day to keep it off. Many blessings to all, and to all a good night!
I think of how I have not been doing what I should do keep my tool working properly. I am 5 years and 2 months post-op and I have gained about 25 pounds but; I try not to beat myself up too bad. I really need to drink more water and exercise. I know if I exercise it (the weight) will come off again. I am happy where I am. But, I refuse to go above a size 16, therefore, I must keep and stay on track to get my weight back down.
They say, that WLS is the easy way out, but honey, it is the only way out, and you must work at it day by day to keep it off. Many blessings to all, and to all a good night!
Thankful Thursday
Apr 19, 2007
Today is Thursday, April 19, 2007, AKA Thankful Thursday. There is so much going on in my life right now. Sometimes, the road of life gets hard, long and stressful sometimes, but through it all I am a winner.
I am so thankful that I had WLS, sometimes I wonder what my life would be like it I didn't have WLS?sometimes, I wonder what kind of health problems that I would have had by now if I hadn't had WLS?
Five years ago on March 12, 2002 a day I will remember for the rest of my life, I had WLS in Birmingham, Alabama; I had mixed emotions, some good, and some bad. I asked the Lord a long time ago when I were preparing to have this surgery, that if it was meant to be then it would happen. So it did and I am so happy. 2 years after WLS I was fortunate to have a tummy tuck, and 2 more years later a breast reduction. Since then I promised my DH that I would not have anymore surgeries. I would love to have my thighs done, but I will just have to work on that myself.
To those of you reading this post. Remember, to put God first and all the other things will come. I am a living witness that it may not come when you want it, but it's right on time.
I am so thankful that I had WLS, sometimes I wonder what my life would be like it I didn't have WLS?sometimes, I wonder what kind of health problems that I would have had by now if I hadn't had WLS?
Five years ago on March 12, 2002 a day I will remember for the rest of my life, I had WLS in Birmingham, Alabama; I had mixed emotions, some good, and some bad. I asked the Lord a long time ago when I were preparing to have this surgery, that if it was meant to be then it would happen. So it did and I am so happy. 2 years after WLS I was fortunate to have a tummy tuck, and 2 more years later a breast reduction. Since then I promised my DH that I would not have anymore surgeries. I would love to have my thighs done, but I will just have to work on that myself.
To those of you reading this post. Remember, to put God first and all the other things will come. I am a living witness that it may not come when you want it, but it's right on time.
Happy Re-Birth/Anniversary to Me!
Mar 11, 2007
Today, is my 5th Re-Birth/Anniversary and I am feeling great. During the 5 year period so much has happen in my life. I have had WLS (Weight Loss Surgery) a TT and a BR (Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction) and overall I am doing great. The road to success has been great and I am so proud to have had all these procedures done and paid exclusively by BC/BS one thing I can say, I have gotten my money's worth by having this insurance. I thank the good Lord each and everyday for saving me and making it possible for me to have WLS. It is one of the best decisions I have made for myself in my life. I will go though all the pain and agony again and again because I am worth it. Now I am toiling with getting my thighs done. They are awful and If the insurance will pay for them I will be getting them done too. For those of you who are re-searching and deciding if WLS is for you, go for it. Life is too short not to be happy, and not to love yourself. It took WLS for me to truly see the beautiful person I am inside and outside. Thank you, Lord for saving me.
February 21, 2007
Feb 21, 2007
I am sitting here looking back over my WLS Journey. I have lost and gained, meaning lost weight and gained confidence. My BR was great I went back to work I think b/f I should have, to let my surgery heal; I am doing well, but trying to deal with the healing and the burning sensations I am having. I love my new breast. I guess I am hurrying things along too fast, meaning trying to buy bras. It appears that I will be a 36 or 38 C. I am still wearing the sports bra and are having some drainage. I am so much lighter and my breast don't seem to get in the way like they did. My clothes fit different, meaning the breast areas are not filled up. and I can move more freely without them getting in the way. I am 3 weeks out from my breast reduction and hope that they will soon feel better. I know I do look better.
Welcome
Jan 29, 2007
About Me!
Now I am 50 years old, " a Jack of all Trades" who has a wonderful husband of 24 years, two beautiful daughters, 23 and 20. The 3 Al's are the joy of my life, that's where I got the name jackies3als, as you has probably guessed their names must have Al in it. I have recently quit my job open my own business.
I had been a supervisor for 20 years, made a lot of money, been there done that, but I am still not happy working or working my whole life for sombody else but it comes a time in your life that you just get burned out, and you want a new direction in your life.
Hopefully this coming year I will own my own business in Senior Care, or at least run one for someone else. I want go into business for myself full time.
I had WLS on March 12, 2002. I have lost over 141 pounds, but over the 5 year period have gained about 25 pounds.
I had a TT on March 10, 2004 and I am pleased with the results.
On Monday, February 5, 2007, I will be have a Bilateral Verticle Breast Reduction with free nipple and lateral beast liposuction.
I have been overweight most of my adult life. It is a miserable feeling being over weight, let me say, OBESE!
I did a lot of researching WLS and knew that was the best alternative for me. Being overweight (obese) really maked me feel miserable (all the extra weight) most of the time being overweight and all, and down right embarrassing.
I was often short of breath, feet swelled, couldn't hardly bend down to tie my shoes, I know a lot of you have been experiencing these feeling, of isolation and being ashamed of my body. But I made the right decision to have WLS and that was the best decision I have ever made in my entire life, and yes, like the other, I will do it over again in a heartbeat!
Now I am 50 years old, " a Jack of all Trades" who has a wonderful husband of 24 years, two beautiful daughters, 23 and 20. The 3 Al's are the joy of my life, that's where I got the name jackies3als, as you has probably guessed their names must have Al in it. I have recently quit my job open my own business.
I had been a supervisor for 20 years, made a lot of money, been there done that, but I am still not happy working or working my whole life for sombody else but it comes a time in your life that you just get burned out, and you want a new direction in your life.
Hopefully this coming year I will own my own business in Senior Care, or at least run one for someone else. I want go into business for myself full time.
I had WLS on March 12, 2002. I have lost over 141 pounds, but over the 5 year period have gained about 25 pounds.
I had a TT on March 10, 2004 and I am pleased with the results.
On Monday, February 5, 2007, I will be have a Bilateral Verticle Breast Reduction with free nipple and lateral beast liposuction.
I have been overweight most of my adult life. It is a miserable feeling being over weight, let me say, OBESE!
I did a lot of researching WLS and knew that was the best alternative for me. Being overweight (obese) really maked me feel miserable (all the extra weight) most of the time being overweight and all, and down right embarrassing.
I was often short of breath, feet swelled, couldn't hardly bend down to tie my shoes, I know a lot of you have been experiencing these feeling, of isolation and being ashamed of my body. But I made the right decision to have WLS and that was the best decision I have ever made in my entire life, and yes, like the other, I will do it over again in a heartbeat!
About Me
Troy, AL
Location
32.9
BMI
Surgery
03/12/2002
Surgery Date
Jul 29, 2001
Member Since
Before & After
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Left - 311 lbs - Right 170lbs
311/210lbs
Me at 4 Years Post-op
170lbs
