Author Archives: renbog

About renbog

I have opinions and I have passions and I like to write.

Starting the Year in Onederland!

Posted on January 4, 2023 by renbog

It’s a new year, and it’s off to a great start! I am progressing really well in my weight loss. I hope you enjoy this update! I saw my surgeon in the beginning of December for my 3 month post … Continue reading →

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One Month Post Op and Feeling Fabulous!

Posted on October 6, 2022 by renbog

One month ago today, I had my gastric sleeve surgery, and I really feel like it is one of the best decisions I have ever made! My first visit to the surgeon took place on July 6, 2022. I started … Continue reading →

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Two Weeks Post-Op and Happier Than Ever!

Posted on September 19, 2022 by renbog

I am essentially 2 weeks post weight loss surgery, and and I am thrilled to report that I am feeling great! I am incredibly happy with my decision to do this! My husband said he expected me to somehow be … Continue reading →

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About to Become a Better Version of Myself

Posted on September 6, 2022 by renbog

Tomorrow, September 6th, is the big day. I am scheduled for my surgery in the morning. I have spent the past 2 weeks following a pre-op diet that has been challenging, to say the least. I figure I have been … Continue reading →

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Big Change before the Big Change

Posted on August 20, 2022 by renbog

I got approval from my insurance company for my surgery, and I have a date: September 6. So I am just a smidge over two weeks away from the biggest change I’ve ever chosen for myself. But before that big … Continue reading →

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Stepping Stones

Posted on July 19, 2022 by renbog

I am chugging along on my journey toward getting gastric sleeve weight loss surgery! My pre-op requirements include the following: *Psychiatric clearance*Pulmonologist clearance*Cardiologist clearance*Endoscopy*One month supervised diet/nutrition/activity *Pre-op seminar*Pre-op special diet I have completed the psychiatric clearance and the cardiologist … Continue reading →

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Moms, Can We Do Better?

Posted on July 7, 2022 by renbog

I am super excited because I am going to be a new grandma in less than a month! It has been so much fun being on this journey with my daughter, Becky! I love seeing all the pictures of her … Continue reading →

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A Decision

Posted on July 5, 2022 by renbog

I have spent the past 3 years working my rear end off to recover from the complications from back surgery that have left me with what looks like permanent peripheral neuropathy and foot drop in both feet. My balance isn’t … Continue reading →

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Why I Believe in God

Posted on January 24, 2022 by renbog

I don’t talk about God too much. Mostly because I think my belief in God is very personal. I’m not writing this post because I feel like I need to justify my belief in God, or because I feel like … Continue reading →

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#AtoZChallenge — Politics

Posted on April 20, 2021 by renbog

I hate politics. I think politics is what is ruining this country. It used to be that political differences — even on big issues — could be discussed rationally and at the end of the discussion, the people involved could … Continue reading →

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