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MsAnn6550's Blog
 

November 29, 2011

Been an interesting evening. I went to the Center today and had my 5th fill. The below 300 thing did not stay. I hadn't gained any but I haven't lost any either. So now I have 8.6cc in my 14cc band. I wanted her to go to 9cc but we compromised . I was so hungry when I came home that I ate some chicken instead of doing just liquids. Went down OK. No problems. Been drinking lots of fluids all afternoon. Even went to work out at Curves. No problem. Then I fixed supper. I fixed pork chops in the oven with a little gravy. Had some leftover cole slaw and a bite of hubby's dressing and gravy. BIG PROBLEM! Started with this funny feeling in my chest, kinda like a spasm. Didn't hurt or anything. As time went on it began to hurt.Then the slime began. Then the puke, very spontaneous. I thought I was just going to cough but it just spewed out. This is something I will remember and don't want to do again. I guess this means I won't be eating pork chops again, at least any time soon. Scared hubby, but he handled it like a trooper. Now I'm drinking some hot tea and all things are back to normal. I hope this is not a sign of things to come.Surprising what .4cc addition can do.
MsAnn6550

MsAnn6550

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Nichelle's Blog
 

7 Month Measurements

This is something I read before I decided to have surgery. It was what helped me decide that this was the right option for me and I wasn’t doing anything less than what I deserve. It still rings true for me today.   “This is a huge rant topic for me, so I will spare you all the long ALL CAPPED emphatic response LOL. This is my single question back to anyone who says I took the easy way out: Why should I NOT take the 'easy' way out? Seriously -- this is not a rhetorical question: Why not? Fat is not a moral failure; I didn't do anything Bad or Wrong, and I don't 'deserve to be punished' by doing it the "hard way" over and over and over again. The end.”   That being said having the vertical sleeve gastrectomy was and is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I have never felt so good and been so happy. The weight loss has slowed, but it is still coming off every month. I had a small stall again this month where I didn’t lose for two almost 3 consecutive weeks; however I knew that I was still losing because in those weeks I had lost a complete jean size even when the scale didn’t move.     StartWeight: 273 lbs. **Goal Weight: 157lbs. Pre-op:--- 6 lbs. lost Surgery Weight: 267 1 month: 247 -- -- bmi 39.0 -- -- 20 lbs lost 2 month: 238 -- -- bmi 37.3 -- -- 9 lbs lost 3 month: 229 -- -- bmi 35.9 -- -- 9 lbs lost 4 month: 220 -- -- bmi 34.5 -- -- 9 lbs lost 5 month: 212 -- -- bmi 33.2 -- -- 8 lbs lost 6 month: 207 -- -- bmi 32.4 -- -- 5 lbs lost 7 month: 201 -- -- bmi 31.5 -- -- 6 lbs lost   Lost since surgery: -66 Lost Total: -72 lbs.     Overall Goal       Weekly Break Down, lbs. lost pre-op week: 6 lbs week 1 -- 8 lbs. 2 - -5 3 - -3 4 - -2 5 - -2 6 - -3 ~2 months 7 - -3 8 - -1 9 - -2 10 --6 ~3 months 11 --0 12 --2 13 --1 14 --3 ~4 months 15 --0 16 --4 17 --2 18 --1 ~5 months 19 --1 20 --3 21 --3 22 +1 ~6 months 23 --0 24 --3 25 --2 26 –1 27 --2 ~ 7 months 28 --0 29 --0 30 --4   StartJean size: 24/22 Current Jean size: 14/12   *I have lost over ten jean sizes. This is amazing   Start Shirt size: 3x/2x Current Shirt size: xl/L   Inches:   Neck Start: 16 Last: 14 Recent: 14 Loss: 0 Total Loss: -2   Upper Arm Start: 15 Last: 13 Recent: 13 Loss: 0 Total Loss: -2   Forearm Start: 11.5 Last: 10 Recent: 10 Loss: 0 Total Loss: -1.5   Waist Start: 49 Last: 39 Recent: 38 Loss: -1 Total Loss: -11   Abdomen (belly button) Start: 55 Last: 45.5 Recent: 44.5 Loss: -1 Total Loss: -10.5   Hips Start: 55 Last: 47 Recent: 45.5 Loss: -1.5 Total Loss: -9.5   Bust Start: 54 Last: 45 Recent: 45 Loss: 0 Total Loss: -9   Chest Start: 44 Last: 37.5 Recent: 37 Loss: -0.5 Total Loss: -7   Thigh Start: 30.5 Last: 25 Recent: 24.5 Loss: -0.5 Total Loss: -6   Calf Start: 17.5 Last: 15.5 Recent: 15.5 Loss: 0 Total Loss: -2     1st month loss: -19.5 in 2nd month loss: -9 in 3rd month loss: -13.5 in 4th month loss: -6 in 5th month loss: -2 in 6th month loss: -6 in   7th month loss: -4.5   Total Lost: -60.5 inches     Christmas Goal:   Start weight 207   Goal weight 193   7 ½ weeks to goal –14 pounds total = 2 lbs. Per week   Right on track, halfway through time halfway through weight loss to goal
Nichelle

Nichelle

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zil's Blog
 

Question

I know I am going to show my ignorance, but what does BP stand for???   I have seen that numerous times in some of the blogs, but am unsure what it means.   Any takers to let me know.   BTW, down 56 pounds as of this morning. YEA.
zil

zil

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Smile0_o's Blog
 

Thanksgiving...

good evening well, another update by yours truly ..went to my moms house for thanksgiving. She lives in the Atlanta Ga area so i had to fly from Dallas to Atlanta last week. I was TERRIFIED...not to fly because i have been flying since i was 10 y/o but i was afraid that they would say something about my weight, i was nervous to hear the snickers or the eyes that would seem to say 'i hope she doesnt sit next to me'...mortified is probably a better word..well, my family and friends kept trying to assure me that im not 'THAT big' but i feel like it. i know im not the same size i used to be but the horror stories of people being denied boarding or being asked to pay an extra seat on the plane was not something i wanted to come across. The first plane was so tiny but i had a really nice seat buddy who sat next to me and she made the ride more enjoyable...the connecting flight was alright as well.im the type of person that talks about the elephant in the room so i asked the next seat buddy 'do you have enough room' and he was nice and said yes of course...but when i finally touched down and saw my family i burst into tears because i was so uncomfortable, felt like i was in everyones way and didnt want people talking about me   fast forward to when we went to the mall of georgia for my sisters 18th birthday spending spree and i hated walking into the stores she was in. Forever 21, charlotte russe, H&M, ....my mom said she can sense that i didnt want to be around people anymore and knows that is not my personality. i am a friendly person! and i have just gotten uncomfortable...my other sister who is 16 gave me some words of advice she said 'noya, dont look at it like that...think of it as motivation, next year this time you will be shopping with us in the same stores' that right there made me tear up because she is so young helping her big sister out emotionally...   day i flew back the last plane back to dallas the chick that was supposed to be sitting in the seat next to me act like she was disgusted with me, that a 'fat girl' is next to her...she tried her best to sit in her sits until those people came on board...i tried to shake it off but ..i couldnt...im just glad that is over with..like my sister says next time this year i will be thinner, i kept chanting that to myself the whole plane ride. or maybe ill get first class LOL :blush5: below are a few pics of me with my brother, sisters and mom  
augustkiwi

augustkiwi

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AmberDawn's Blog
 

Preop Torture Diet

So 2 weeks now until surgery. HOLY CRAP!   Started the preop diet today. I knew this preop diet was going to be hard.. but damn, it's REALLY hard.(twss)   I tried the premade Muscle Milk Light in Chocolate and YUCK, was hard getting that down, though it did keep me satisfied for 4 hours. But i did order the Muscle Milk Light chocolate powder, it should be here tomorrow. I'm hoping it will be better with skim milk and making it on my own.   I'll probably end up also getting Chike in chocolate from my Dr since i liked the sample they gave me. Still need to get a multi vitamin from them since my other is almost out.   Did go get some healthy shopping done today for the preop dinners. Chicken, pork and lots of different veggies. I swear the store was like a bad food gauntlet, everywhere i turned there was something yummy taunting me. I think i skilled up my willpower by 100 that trip.   I went in for my preop lab work today also. Had blood drawn and an EKG, and was given the breathing thingy to start using 10x a day. Took a tour of the surgery center, it was pretty nice, the patient rooms are huge with free tv and wifi and a sofa sleeper for a guest to stay the night.   Actually got in my 64oz of water today. That was difficult. Felt like i had to pee just about every hour.   Dinner was: 3oz of one of those already made rotisserie chickens and steamed broccoli and fresh baby carrots. 3oz of meat is NOTHING or so my stomach still says lol   Already down 3 pounds since my starting weight. Will probably be more in the morning after today. These next 2 weeks are going to be tough. Definitely need to find something to preoccupy myself to keep my mind off of food. I refuse to fall back into my bad habits.   *** Edit 11/29 *** I was so hungry by bedtime last night I drank a 1/4 bottle of one of my protein shakes. It at least killed the hunger enough for me to go to sleep. But I've done good getting in my 64oz of water these past 2 days.   I was happy to see that I dropped 3 more pounds this morning. At least the torture is paying off.   Speaking of torture i went to lunch with my hubby today and sat there drinking water while he ate yummy thai food.   I'm beginning to really resent food, i'm trying my hardest to keep a positive attitude and i've been making a list of reasons i'm doing this, so anytime i'm doubting it i can look at this list and get back on track.
AmberDawn

AmberDawn

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Maddy's Blog
 

Bbq Meatloaf Muffins

BBQ Meatloaf Muffins   2 cups Corn flakes 1/4 cup Barbecue sauce, divided 1/3 cup cholesterol free egg product 3/4 lb extra lean ground turkey 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1/2 cup shredded carrots   Mix cereal, 1/8 cup of the barbecue sauce and egg product in large bowl until well blended. Add remaining ingredients, mix lightly. Mound the meat mixture in 8 muffin cups sprayed with no stick cooking spray. Brush tops with remaining barbecue sauce. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until cooked through.   Protein per serving: 21 grams (2 muffins)   Enjoy!
Maddy

Maddy

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Maddy's Blog
 

Exercise We All Dread It

As I flung on my gym clothes dreading the 45 min workout today. I remembered why I need to go daily and workout. I am one who weights herself daily. As I stepped on the scale and looked down I see I'm down another 2 pounds. With a smile on my face I get in my car and go merrily to the gym. It's so important to do our daily workouts. Even though we dread it, it does soooo much for our weight loss. Taking 30 to 45 mins a day out of our hectic schedules does wonders for the scale tipping down. Here are some great ideas for shedding those unwanted pounds. Swimming - doing laps for 30 mins burns over 400 calories. Walking - walking for 30 mins burns over 350 calories Bicycling - for 30 mins nonstop burns over 300 calories   How do you burn off your unwanted pounds?
Maddy

Maddy

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Dulci's Blog
 

One Month Bandiversary

Today is my one month bandiversary.   I had planned to update my blog here frequently so I could record my journey, but I haven’t updated it as much as I intended.   Recovery   My small incisions are nearly healed. I expect that those scars will disappear, much like the ones I had from the endo surgeries.   My belly button incision seems ok too. But I wish they had made this incision in the same place where the prior scar was. Even if I do get small enough to wear a bikini, the only person that is going to be able to closely examine my belly button is Nick and he won’t notice it. (He will just be thrilled for me to be healthy, happy, and confident again.)   My port incision is healing nicely as well. I still need to be careful of where waistbands hit my belly. This scar will likely be visible, but hopefully it will fade to a white line. One obvious scar is much better than many pounds of quivering blubber.   Weight Loss   I started this journey very close to 220. I was struck with the realization that 250 lbs was only a few months away, if I didn’t make a drastic change. I am now in the low 190’s and the 180’s are so close.   I have hit a plateau. Although I am frustrated, logically, I know that my body has dropped a good amount of weight and is still healing from surgery. I didn’t start recording my weight until I began the pre-op diet, so I have “officially” lost 20 lbs (since the beginning of the preop diet). My scale seems stuck in the 190’s, but I do have to acknowledge a bit of progress. I was stuck fluctuating between a low of 193 and 195. After a week of stick to my plan (even during Thanksgiving and even incorporating Nick’s Egg Nog Cheesecake into my meals for three days) I am now fluctuating between a low of 191 and 193.   Exercise   I need to increase my activity level. I have to stop inventing excuses, getting comfortable on the couch and not thinking about activity. Nick is being so supportive. Tonight we are going out to buy a Kinect game that looks like fun and that will get our heart rates elevated.   As soon as I am cleared for full exercise, I need to commit to using Mom’s gym and pool. The indoor pool will be nice. Hopefully, I will begin to enjoy swimming laps again.   Clothing   My clothes are fitting a lot better. I have been wearing tops that I haven’t been able to wear in almost a year. There are a few that look good from the front, but not from the back. A month ago, I would have worn them and ignored the rolls in the back.   My jeans are getting loose. Soon I won’t be able to wear my “big” jeans at all. My work pants are getting too loose and too long. I need to go through the clothes in the guest room and get rid of the garbage and see what fits of the remaining clothing.   My Appearance   I can see a difference in my face. My chin is more defined. I also see that my boobs and butt are shrinking. Usually, my booty is the last part to slim down. I hope I can hold out on replacing pants as long as possible. I am thinking that buying cotton Capris are the best idea because they won’t drag on the ground if they get loose.   Health   It seems that my blood pressure is back to the normal range. It wasn’t an issue in the hospital at all, which is a huge relief.   I feel more engerized. I’m not napping as much during the day (only once the whole Thanksgiving weekend). I also feel much better rested when I wake. I’m not sitting on the couch, sipping coffee and trying to wake up! I wonder if 30 lbs was enough of a loss to lessen the sleep apnea?   Appetite and Diet   I am doing surprisingly well at following my doctor’s protocol, even though he is stricter than most of the diet plans I see people mention on Lap Bank Talk. I am satisfied by the allowed portions of protein, but I am getting hungry before 4 to 5 hours after a meal.   I also need to learn to s l o w d o w n and take small bites. I am doing ok about 75% of the time, but the 25% of the time that I am eating mindlessly may (will) cause me problems when I have a fill or two.   I am so scared of getting PB’s and stuck episodes. I have one month to learn to ALWAYS be mindful when I eat before my band will begin to teach me the hard way.   Going Forward   I promise myself to continue my commitment to myself. I am worthy of my best efforts.
Dulci

Dulci

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SlimAmbitions' Blog
 

Checking Myself And Recommitting To My Goals

After a four month absence I’m back to blog about my progress – which (sad to say) has not been that great since my surgery. I lost 27.4 lbs on my 12 week insurance mandated, doctor supervised pre-op weight loss program (from 308.4 lbs. to 281 lbs.) I was banded on September 7th and lost an additional 12.3 lbs. in the first 10 days immediately following my surgery – bringing my weight down to 268.7 lbs. From that date to now, approximately 11 weeks – I have regained 4.1 lbs. then lost 6.8 lbs. - bringing my current weight to 266 lbs. While this is a total weight loss of 42.4 lbs. over the course of my almost 6 months weight loss experience pre and post-op (not too shabby), I am concerned that I've lost so little weight post-op since I started eating normal foods. I’ve had 2 fills to date - initially 5cc and then an additional 1.25cc. However, I feel very little restriction and can pretty much eat anything I want, not as much as before I was banded but certainly more than the ¾ –1cup of food that I should be having at a meal. Of course, therein lies the problem. So what am I to do about this lack of progress? 1. I commit to take full responsibility for the foods I choose to eat and the activities I choose to do. 2. I commit to maintaining this blog as an accountability tool which will help to keep me focused on my short, medium and long term health, fitness and weight loss goals. 3. I commit to preparing healthy meals in advance so that I would not be tempted by the convenience of “fast food”. 4. I commit to drinking 80oz of water per day. 5. I commit to exercising for a minimum of 30 minutes at least 5 days per week. 6. I commit to posting my weight (the good, the bad and the ugly) every Friday morning. 7. I commit to attending my surgeon's support meetings. 7. I commit to loving myself at every phase of this journey to optimal health and fitness because - dammit - I’m worth it!  
SlimAmbitions

SlimAmbitions

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missy c's Blog
 

Pre Surgery

I am excited about my decision to go with the Sleeve instead of Bypass. My husband is having the surgery also. We have recieved mixed advice on having surgery together. I think we will draw strength and support from each other. How about you ?
missy c

missy c

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roeroe's Blog
 

Surgery In Three Days

i can't believe that this day is actual almost here. i remember finding out in august that i had a surgery date of december 1st and it seemed lifeyear's away. three more days. i am starting to really get super excited about this. liquid diet sucks. lol. i can't wait for something solid to eat. never thought i would be craving a piece of grilled chicken. good luck to all december bandsters
roeroe

roeroe

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zil's Blog
 

One Holiday Gone...2 More Just Around The Corner

I made it through Thanksgiving. What a wonderful day. I had the full blown holiday meal for my family. I am proud to say that I did not gain any weight, in fact lost 1 more pound.   I am also proud to say the worse thing I ate was cheese. Yes, I did eat 2 pieces of cheese. It did taste good. Being Italian, we had all the appetizers and I did good. I stayed away from potato chips, spinach dip and bread, corn chips and salsa, salami, pepperoni and crackers (3 kinds). I did have some shrimp and a couple bites of cheese and a couple of carrots.   Dinner came around and I had made up my mind I would have only ham, broccoli and a bite of sweet potatoes. I did have a small glass of wine. No bread, stuffing/dressing, green bean casserole, rolls, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and gravy or stuffed pasta shells. I also stayed away from all the desserts.   I sat back and watched everyone else stuff themselves, and I had a good feeling.   Next, it will be Christmas. I am a little worried about that holiday because one of my favorite things is cut out cookies with icing and colored sugars. I always make about 12 dozen for Christmas morning. I also think we wiil be having homemade tamales, rice and beans for Christmas dinner..,.I know, Italians eating tamales??? Being from the SW, we like Mexican food too. Oh well, I will just make up my mind to eat healthy.   Happy days to all my fellow bandsters.
zil

zil

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B.R.D.'s Blog
 

D-day

Going under the knife @ 12:45 today. Nervous but I realize that I must do this to get my weight under control. My knees and ankles remind me every day. I gather strength from all of you that share your ups and downs with your blogs. I am glad that some of you have had the same reservations as I, but after surgery have decided that this is the right decision. Well keep the faith everyone and I hope to blog with you soon.   B.R.D.
B.R.D.

B.R.D.

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jennilamb007's Blog
 

Starting The Journey

Well, I have decided that although I don't have to start the liquid diet until December 8th, I am going to try liquids for breakfast and lunch and then a light dinner until then. Kind of wade into it. LOL. I bought some protein shake powder and skim milk. I like the vanilla and strawberry. Not a fan of the chocolate, but after a few days I may want the variety. I am just beyond thrilled that the surgery is in 25 days. I can do anything with that shining light at the end of the tunnel. I will keep you posted how this liquid diet thing goes. Wish me luck, because as a foodie, I am going to need it.   Oh, has anyone seen that Yonanna machine? I am thinking of investing in one. It turns real fruit into a frozen, smooth sorbet-like dessert. I will check it out.   Take care, Jen
jennilamb007

jennilamb007

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MsAnn6550's Blog
 

November 27, 2011

I need a shirt that says "I survived Thanksgiving with my family." It has been a true experience in all ways. Food wise it has been challenging. I did well with Thanksgiving itself. A little ham, a little turkey, a bite of dressing, a serving of green beans. My downfall was the Watergate salad ( pistaschio pudding, pineapple, Cool whip, Marshmellows). But I made it with sugar-free pudding and fat-free cool Whip so it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Ate some Rotel Cheese dip and chips on Saturday, Game Day, and then some Lobster Bisque that DIL made. Both tasted wonderful but the gas and indigestion was horrible for hours afterward. Daughter and DIL announced that the Bisque would be on the Christmas Eve menu. Gonna have to think of some way to get out of eating them gracefully when the time comes. Put some turkey and ham in the freezer for meals later. Gonna make some turkey salad ( turkey, boiled eggs, sweet pickles and a little mayo) to snack on the next few days. Figure it is full of protein so it will help with any hunger. Gonna have eggs and ham in a little while for dinner with hubby. Kids are gone and house is quiet and all I can think about is food. I am craving all kinds of things. Tried to take a nap and all I could think about is what I had that I could eat. Wanted to go to Waffle House and eat greasy hashbrowns and a ham/cheese omelet, but hubby won't go out. I have got to clean the kitchen...again. And pick up the rest of the toys the girls left out. Daughter and DIL put up my Christmas tree. Glad they did cause it really looks nice, but if they hadn't, I wouldn't have put it up. They also got a couple of Santas out so the girls could play with them. The 4 foot one that you can sing along with was a real hit, but I quickly unplugged him as soon as I could. Got the TV in the den working properly after the 4 yo screwed it up by messing with the remote. I know the 4 yo did it cause the 5 1/2 yo delighted in telling everytime the 4 yo did something wrong. She was very quick to say "Rachel did it". And the dogs? Well daughter's dog had a diet of paper, crayons, MM's and turkey, much to her dismay. Everytime I turned around he was trying to eat something the girls left out. Made the dog sick one night. My dog? Well after a $130 trip to the vet and a little doggie valium, let's just say that she is glad to have a little quiet. A least our together time will not be as long at Christmas, but I'll be sure and take her pills with me all the same. Gonna close for now and go feed hubby. Will write more later.
MsAnn6550

MsAnn6550

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SumthinsGottaGive's Blog
 

So For Real...

Hello!   Well many of you may know me..and many of you may not. I've been on LBT for about 4mths now (I think). A little of my back-story is: I've been researching LapBand since about January of this year. July I decided it was for me. I attended the seminar at the end of July. My first appointment w/my surgeon was September 1st (after rescheduling an August 4th appt.). Since then I've had a fitness appointment, 2 nutrition appointments, a psychological evaluation, an upper endoscopy, a Resting Metabolic Rate test, a bone density test, endless lab work (I'm tired of being stuck), been put on a Vitamin D regimen and had my yearly physical. I'm grateful that I am 100% healthy and I know a ton more about my body now than I did 4mths ago. I was submitted to insurance October 17th (a Monday and a little over a month after my initial appointment w/my surgeon) and received my approval letter October 21st (Friday). Since then, I've had follow-up lab work, after having finished my Vitamin D regimen (was 8 now is 33 =D), I've met w/my surgeon for the pre-op appointment, went to the hospital where I will be having my procedure and met w/the RN to discuss the surgery and had more lab work done there (like I said.. I'm tired of being stuck =/). I am going through insurance and thankfully that has been a very painless process. They only required a BMI of 40 or greater, a psychological evaluation and 5yrs weight history. I was approved on my first try.   That is A LOT to go through in just 3 short months. Now granted, while I was in it, it felt like it was taking FOREVER!! But in retrospect, it was really a blink of an eye. But now I'm at a point where my mind is catching up to my circumstances and this surgery, this life changing event, is becoming so real. My surgery date is December 8th and as of November 24th (Thanksgiving Day) I have been on my liquid diet. Everything is going very well and so far I've not had any problems or outrageous cravings. I'm actually not hungry most of the time, which is extremely helpful since all I'm taking in is protein shakes, sugar free drinks and sugar free jell-o/yogurt.   Everyday of being on this liquid diet is really bringing me closer and closer to the realization of the step I am about to take. I have never had surgery for anything and yes, I am a little scared. I think you'd have to be inhuman to not be, under those circumstances. More than anything I'm excited and ready to hit the ground running, but if I'm real with myself, I hope that I'm ready. Everything happened so fast and that's a blessing, but I've had very little time to actually process what's going on. I think I've spent more time thinking about the end result more than the process it takes to get there.   So, at this point, I'm just trying to take mental inventory. Checking my reality-o-meter and making sure I have realistic expectations. Making sure I am truly ready to take on the task that will soon be set before me. I believe I am, but I need to make sure the switch is flipped mentally and emotionally. Because if I'm not real with me, I'm only setting myself up for failure. I know many of you that (may) read this have probably already gone through this same thing. I'm sure it will pass and I'll be fine. But I at least wanted to take a minute to put my thoughts down. I usually feel better once I've gotten things off my chest and writing is the best way for me to do that.   I'm on my way and it won't be long now. I am so grateful for this site and all the helpful people that share their success stories. You all have played a big part in the confidence I have that I have made the right decision! I'll be sure to keep everyone posted! Thank you all for your continued encouragement!!   Thanks for reading! -Mary-
SumthinsGottaGive

SumthinsGottaGive

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Roxchica's Blog
 

I Gained .4 Lbs!

I can't believe I gained .4 lbs this week. It's been 5 weeks since my surgery and this past week was the first time I was able to eat some solid foods. I didn't think I overdid it since the minute I felt full I would either stop eating or my body would stop me from eating any more but I guess I was wrong. I have to admit that I am disappointed because I've lost 25 pounds since my surgery and the pounds have been coming off consistently each week. I keep reading that I need to get at least 800 calories in and I know that hadn't happened until this week but maybe I need less calories. Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful for having lost as much as I have in such a short amount of time, I just want to make sure I'm moving in the right direction. Any advice out there?
Roxchica

Roxchica

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emmy78's Blog
 

Day 11 Post Op

Healing well... Having less of the doubts about this being the right decision. .... I have been soooooooo busy that I don't even have time to think about food at this point. Thanksgiving was ok .. I wanted to eat but setteled for 2 bites of masshed potatoes and 2 tsp of Ice cream....o and I drank the juice off the collard greens.....so it was hard but more mentally than anything else....I have had a couple of stressfull situations latley which I normally would have run to McDonalds and gotten a burger but I have to learn to do this a different way now..... I am learning to ignore the grumbly tummy and just move on or have some water .... I know this liquid won't be forever and I look forward to the filet mignon ....I am thinking of doing a big Christmas at my house ... ..... I think I will be alright!!!!!!!!!!!!! Last weight was a few days ago before Thanksgiving and I was 256.2 which is down 13.6 lbs....
emmy78

emmy78

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rnnik's Blog
 

2 Months Post Op

As of November 14 I am 2 months postop. I have gone from a size 22/24 pant to a size 18. I can now wear a LADIES xl shirt, I used to wear a 22/24 in shirts as well. I am down a total of 37lbs. I feel like I am not losing fast enough,but my Dr.s say I am so I am still fill free. I am over the initial woohoo moment of my weight loss because, well, I'm still fat. That's not being mean to myself, it's fact. So I started this to help keep myself in check and hopefully help others that feel the same way. I need to be better at working with my band. I'm open to all questions and comments. Let's do this together!!!     Nikki
rnnik

rnnik

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Nzeba511's Blog
 

10 Days Post-op

It's been 10 days and I'm feeling rather OK...I really thought that I would be in really bad pain and that I'll be having a harder time, but it's been going quite smoothly and I'm happy about it. I'm just having a little trouble remembering that I need to eat as I don't have the hunger feeling. I'm still having some gas and it's uncomfortable....!Tomorrow I'll be going out of the house as I'm having ants crawl up my legs.... !
Nzeba511

Nzeba511

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forensicmary's Blog
 

Two Month Postop

I am two months post op at this time. I have lost a total of 27 lbs including preop. I went from 220 to 193 lbs. I am still not quite a size 16 in all my pants but can not wear many of my size 18 because they are too BIG:)   I am eating normally but with smaller portion sizes. I have noticed that will meat and vegetables, my portion sizes are small. I can eat a whole bag of 99 cent Cheetos and not have any problem. So the moral of the story or lesson here is that it is the quality of what you put in your stomach that is going to get you farther in your weight loss.   I have noticed that I am tracking my calories less but each time I go to put them in I am shocked by the calorie count.. My goal is to continue tracking because it is easy to tell myself I havent really ate that much. I had a two week weight stall which really worried me but when I increased my calories from 920 to 1100 I started dropping weight again. So not enough calories for my activity? Nice change huh?   I was sick with a cold for week and I stopped exercising. My husband and I are committed to going back to the gym. I have to move to eat more and move to lose more weight.   I mainly take low calorie food to work and save half my calories for home. Otherwise I end up with just 200 calories and a very long evening.   Thanksgiving went okay. I could only eat two small sweet potato chunks, spoon of stuffing and 2 oz of turkey. I hurt though. I had slivers of pie later. I didnt gain so I guess I did okay.   Occasionally I crave soda but I do not want to stretch my pouch.   So as you can see it is a struggle still with your mind, old habits and motivation. This surgery requires a committment to a life style change. It is only a tool.
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