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That is outstanding Cheering!

If you're talking about a DEXA Scan (Dual X-ray Absorptiometry), it's a totally painless procedure. I've had several because my bone density dropped quite considerably post-RNY and was diagnosed with osteopenia (midpoint between having healthy bones and having osteoporosis). In my case, I had to jump up on a table and lay on my back with my trousers rolled down a little to expose my pelvis/hips and a machine moved over the area taking scan (x-ray type pictures). It takes just a few minutes and is totally painless.

It sounds as if you've turned the corner Trish and can now embrace a more active future. My DH has been through several debilitating surgeries including a knee replacement that did not go smoothly so I have a glimmer of what you you went through both physically and mentally.

It's good to see you back Lee.

What about this recipe using Jello (I'm assuming that diet Jello would work): https://thetiredworkingmom.wordpress.com/2015/07/08/3-words-jello-shaved-ice/ 1 Cup Boiling Water 2 Cups 7-UP or Sprite (or a similar soda pop) 1 Four serving box of any flavor of Jell-O (Gelatin) As you normally would, whisk the Jell-O / Gelatin into the boiling water until it is dissolved. Pour into a square cake pan. Stir in soda pop FREEZE (usually takes 4 hours, I let mine sit overnight). Use an ice cream scoop to “shave” the ice.

Wish I could help but I can't handle anything colder than room temperature (gives my pouch a toothache type sensation). Having said that, I did see a recipe a good while back using 1 cup diet fruit juice (Ocean Spray Diet springs to mind) or the lemon zest and juice to taste , 1 cup of water and 1 cup of Splenda (or similar) to taste. Cool. Pour into a shallow container - freeze and then get scraping with a fork.

He is adorable for sure. I can't think of anything better than a cuddle with that little guy .... bring on the puppy breath!

I can almost smell the puppy breath from here ..... do you have a name picked out for him Res Ipsa?

I think the credit lay on you and his parents Trish. Sadly, too many people park little ones in front of a TV (or computer) and leave them to their own devices when exploring the world of textures and smells, digging for worms, planting seeds and watching a spider make it web etc. etc. etc. opens up a wonderful world for them and it's so much fun.

LOL! I see that Harper is practicing with the Red Heart Scrubby yarn bath cloth that I sent him. He truly is adorable.

Happy 2nd surgiversary Trish! Know that you're always in our thoughts (and prayers).

Personally, I had no issue in sharing my story but can understand those who wish to keep it a private matter. I have a couple of WLS internet friends who didn't want to tell anyone so just said words along the lines that it was a personal matter that they didn't want to discuss.

You have every right to be amazed at the turn-around in your life Jen. For many of us, just walking any distance was a struggle pre-WLS.

I've never been a lover of highly spiced/hot foods so it's no big loss. Cold food/beverages are a real problem though. I can't eat or drink anything that's colder than room temperature. It gives my pouch a toothache type sensation.

I've never been a huge hot spicy food lover but I've noticed that since my WLS, I don't seem to care for it at all - especially chilli, sriracha, harissa etc.