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SoCalAvsFan's Blog
 

Day -6

Wow.. it is absolutly shocking to think that in less than 1 week my life, and the way I function will change forever. I truly dont think it has hit me yet. And honestly that is probably for the best.. if i really processed what is about to happen I would probably be freaking out and not being able to focus. As far as food goes today.. stuck with the protein shake and string cheese for breakfast and lunch but for dinner, i sort of cheated.. had a little bit of pork and some salad.. i suppose i got my alotted protein and the salad was good. I feel like ive sort of fallen of the track, I really need to press hard with my excerise this weekend and really try to get my liver as slim as possible!
SoCalAvsFan

SoCalAvsFan

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Blog 86799
 

Gettin my groove back (a quick update)

As promised - I'm checkin in! How is everyone?   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Greetings my Good People!   I know it’s been a hella long minute since I’ve updated. My life has been nothin short of chaos for the past 3 months. That being said – I haven’t lost my focus – even though I lost my day job.I will say though – that this time has helped me really prioritize my life and what’s important…and my health (physical, mental, AND spiritual) is at the top of the heap.   Feeling Accomplished after ZUMBA   The time I spent in NYC motivated me to get out & move more, and that’s something I brought home with me. When I was there – some days Id walk 3 or 4 miles a day. I’d run & play in the park w/my daughter…I’d just get up and move as much as possible. I really attribute this last 15-20# I lost (in the past 2 mnths) to that. On top of that – I realized that moving got my juices flowin…so to speak. It made me WANT to move/do more…and when I do get up/out & move…I feel…vixen-ish! *lol*   Seriously – I really thought my mojo was gone for good. But it is slowly resurfacing. It kicked into overdrive this week with the start of my Zumba obession – thanks to many friends, and a persistent neighbor (also a WLS gal) who wasn’t allowing me to keep making excuses. Zumba is the $h!t! *lol* As much as I lovessssss me some belly dancing, I think I’ve taken on a new luv-ah! (even though some of the core techniques are the same – which is probably why i love it so much!) I’ll be going once a week, and also taking a step-class on an alternate day. There is nothing sexier than sweating off the pounds by shakin my booty-meat for an hour straight *lol* Nothin says “Sexy” like a sweaty love-cave *lmao*.   60# to go!   You know – I really thought that Miss Mojo was gone for good. I just hadn’t been feeling myself. More self conscious than I’ve EVER been in my LIFE. And it kinda saddened me. I was wondering if I would ever feel like that vivacious vixen ever again. But she is slowly-but- surely rearing her beautiful flame-haired self again. Now, I still have some concerns with saggy skin & what-not, but I’m actually very pleased w/how it’s coming off. I’m starting to have quite the svelte lil’ figure, if I might say so myself! Even my arm-flaps are fallin in to line.   (Who says the shake weight doesn’t work?!)   On another note: I’ve gotta say that this journey has been well-worth everything I’ve gone thru to get here. I’m at a   VERY transitional time in my life altogether. This not having a 9-5 job has stressed me to no end.BUT, it has forced me to operate in my God-given gifts & talents.   unique, artistic, handmade jewels...by MOI!   My jewelry business is taking off to the sky, and my newest venture is off to a great running start. I’m always up for networking – so if you don’t know…NOW you know. Check them out! www.ggxjewels.com (unique, artistic, handmade jewelry) and www.present-this.com (virtual assistant services). Who woulda thunk I’d ever have to be FORCED into living my dream (and looking good doing it!?)   Welp – that’s all that’s suitable for print right now… See y’all in ONEderland soon (29# to get there!)!!    
vanishingvixen

vanishingvixen

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sab123ck's Blog
 

Starting Over!

So I it will be 2yrs on june 5 since I was banded. I was doing great was down to 275lbs. Then 6mons after I discovered I was pregnant. Needless to say that meant getting my band drained. I've since had a healthy baby boy. I went today for my first refill. 2ccs. The doctor had left 1cc in my band so I'm at 3ccs. I'm looking forward to lossing some weight again, although I'm starting over again. Currently I'm at 306lbs. Hoping to once again hit 275lbs before long. My next fill is in 4 weeks.
sab123ck

sab123ck

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Ciara Patrice's Blog
 

What a great way to start the day!!!

Wow! I've had a GREAT day today!   I had my PreOp appointment today and that went well, but before all of that went down, I had to go to employee health soon after I got off work (I work nights) to do my annual exam.. Soo, I haven't weighed myself since my consultation appointment with Dr. Dicicco. Well, they had a digital scale out in the hallway for personal use along with a bunch of healthy posters and examples and proper portion sizes (they had plastic food on a plate... ), so I went and checked in at the desk for my annual, set my stuff down, and then ran back out to the hall to hop on that scale... I was soooo shocked to see 286.2! I've lost almost 10 pounds since I went for my consultation with Dr. Dicicco! Mind you I've seen stories where people who've lost more, but for me this was a victory! I didn't think I was doing anything special with this liquid diet, and I don't really feel as though I'm smaller, but everyone else is seeing this! I'm shocked I've lost almost a total of 20 pounds from my highest weight!   It was so funny because I had to weight in again once I was getting my actual annual and I was just blabbing to the LPN about how I've lost weight and I was just so excited and pumped that my blood pressure was high when she checked it! LoL! She told me congrats and to calm the hell down, and took my BP again... I tried to relax, and it went down a few notches, but I couldn't help my emotions were so high! All I could think was, "I have seven more days...I wonder what my surgery weight will be?"   Anywho... after I left there I had about 45 minutes to an hour to kill before my actual PreOp appointment began, so I took a walk along Bayshore (beautiful LOOOONG sidewalk near downtown Tampa) and just felt great! I was SOOO happy! I think the last time I was THIS happy I was excepted into Spelman College, and the time before that I had 10th row seats at a Backstreet Boys concert! LoL! Yes, I'm corny! But this was just one of the BEST days EVER!   So, back to my PreOp appointment! Everyone was really nice, as far as the nurses go. I was weighed, asked to pee in a cup, and they took blood. They also did an EKG and Chest XRAY... I was joking with the tech who took my EKG... she told me I'd have to unbutton my bra because it had underwire in it, but she said I didn't have to take it off. She still ended up seeing my boobs because of where she had to place the EKG leads. I joked with her that I was flashing her, and I was so embarassed. LoL! As I was leaving she said don't ignore her if I ever see her, since I work at the hospital. I told her I'll always remember I flashed her, LoL!   The PreOp nurse went over what time I should be at the hospital (7am) and what time my surgery was actually scheduled for (9am). She also went over a bathing regimen they wanted me to do the night before. They gave me some Chlorahexadine wipes to take home. An hour before bed, I'm supposed to shower and shave as I would normally do, dry off, then wipe down with the wipes, and in the morning I'm allowed to brush my teeth, and then I'm supposed to wipe myself down with these Chlorahexadine wipes once more before leaving home. The Anesthesia nurse came in, she was kinda straight forward about everything. Asked me questions I felt I probably already answered, wrote down some things on a form, asked me if I had any questions and then left, I think she was the unfriendliest of them all, but she still said "good luck with everything.."   EKG was good, I'm assuming the Chest XRAY was good, and all labs... So, overall I had a FAB day! My ticker is moving and I haven't even had surgery yet!!!   One last thing! I'm happily sipping on a DELICIOUS Strawbery/Banana protein shake that I made! Mmm! 1 scoop Strawberry Chike 1 scoop Banana Chike 6oz Fat Free Milk 1oz Water Ice Whole fresh Banana BLEND!!! and DRINK!!!
Ciara Patrice

Ciara Patrice

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Young and banded's Blog
 

Phase 3 :D

I thought this day would never come when ican slowly start eating food ! i finally got the ok from my doctor today that ican have a scoop of chicken, salmon, turkey and tuna.. But it has to be blended with yogurt and super mushy. But hey as long as im not in the liquid stage im happy. I wasnt too happy with my weight loss number but isee the change in my body. Im down 15lbs in 3 weeks, but my clothes are already loose, my collar bone sticks out, and double chin is almost gone
Young and banded

Young and banded

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KrisH1070's Blog
 

I got my surgery date today!

I finally got my surgery date today! I'll be banded in May 16th. I'm excited and real nervous. I have 5 lbs more to lose before surgery. Nervous I won't make it. Going to the gym 4 times a week, measuring all my food and drinking a protein shake for one meal replacement. I was advised today to replace it for two meals to drop that last stubborn 5lbs. I'm real excited and cant not wait but also on the other hand went to a support class the other night and was told all about the doom and gloom part of being banded, what could go wrong. I have met 5 people that have had the lap band and had to have them removed. So that makes me nervous. I do know that everyone is different. I just hope I can do this and pray I dont have any issues like that.
KrisH1070

KrisH1070

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Jenn1214's Blog
 

Weight loss stalled...*sigh*

I'm a month post op today (yay me!). I've lost 25 pounds between the pre op diet and recovery period, but now it seems like my weight loss has stalled. I know it's probably a combination of being super sick with a sinus infection and subsequently being on 10,000 medications, not being able to exercise due to said infection, and taking in more calories (never more than 1200 though). Still, it's hard not to be frustrated when you don't see the number on the scale change. Not to mention my scale is schizo and gives me a different reading each and every time so I really don't always know what I weigh anyway. Every time I look in the mirror I can see my weight loss and I'm proud of myself for that, but I guess I'm too impatient. Always have been. I have to remember that I didn't put this weight on overnight, although sometimes it seems that way! I also know I'm putting a lot of pressure on myself because I'm getting married next summer and I want to look sexy and svelte in my wedding dress. They have to be ordered a long way in advance and I get anxiety just thinking about it...ugh. I wonder if my fat knows that and is purposely hanging around to piss me off. Screw you fat, I'm winning this battle and there's nothing you can do about it! I'll try to take a walk today and see if I can get my metabolism going without my sinuses acting up again and sending me into a delightful coughing fit. Also trying to up my water intake to flush myself out. Just gotta keep on trucking and pray this weight comes off!
Jenn1214

Jenn1214

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Blog 30947
 

20 months Post-OP........Onederland.....Yesssss!!!!

Hello Everyone,   I have wanted to come back sooner for a posting but I wanted to be able to report that I am officially in onederland! I weighed in this morning at 198lbs. I had been struggling to lose the same 5lbs for a couple of months now and have finally done it! To recap, my highest weight was 325 lbs, 316lbs just prior to surgery. I have lost 127lbs so far and I am amazed that I have been able to achieve this milestone. I owe it mostly all to the band. My appetite and capacity to eat large quantites was holding me back from maintaining any significant weight loss prior to having this surgery. My excercise has been mostly dancing but I've been limiting that lately due to an incident at a nightclub. I just bought a new basketball so I plan to start shooting some hoops. I'm am seriosly considering some plastic surgery for my saggy stomach and deflated breasts and bum. Maybe far off since it costs so many thousands. I am looking into some fat transfer procedures for my breasts and bum also.   My diet has been okay but never has been perfect. I have been trying to limit salt in my diet (HARD) due to my high blood pressure. I have cut beef and pork out of my diet comepletely for the last 6 weeks. That probably helped the most. I think that is how I was able to lose the last 5 pounds. Oh yeah, and I went back to drinking my EAS protein shakes. I eat more sweets than I should. My family keeps cake and cookies around all the time. So it's become a bit of a habit for me to eat them. Although I do not binge on sweets and I still stick to crystal light and I love the ocean spray sugar free cran grape. I try to cook as many meals at possible (High protein, sometimes low carb). My portions are normal, but much smaller than before surgery. I am very happy with my bad so far. I was reading a post from someone who was tired of throwing up (PBing) and just felt tired of having the band. I do have bouts of PBing, mostly my own fault I.e. eating to fast, eating and drinking at once. Sometimes I want to eat more than I can at one sitting but I just come back later for more if I want. Eating is not always as pleasurable as it was before, but I am far from unhappy. I can cook very delicious meals so I have learned to improvise so I don't miss anything. And if I really want something I just have it. I love the progress I have made I only wish I was able to do this years ago. I don't wish for my band to be removed. I was not able to lose weight and keep it off without it. Good luck to all on your journey.   Sincerely, W8tygirl AKA Kia
W8TYGIRL

W8TYGIRL

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kdyke111909's Blog
 

4 Months in

I have learned in the past 4 month( since I was banded) that I am my biggest critic!!! I have good and bad days.. Today is a bad day I got on the scale and I am at 223 only down 4 pounds in 3 weeks!! I was really trying for 2 pounds a week but, it is not happening! I eat next to nothing everyday! I am eating cottage cheese, protein bar then shake and a light dinner... and losing nothing!! I feel so discouraged!! I don't reget getting my band but, I wish someone would have told me that the weight loss is slowwwwwww! I did however start at 260 and now I am down to 223.. I have 8 cc in my band already wish it was less but who know where life will take me!
kdyke111909

kdyke111909

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ChoseLife's Blog
 

Day 9 of Pre -Op Diet

These shakes are getting so gross. But I did well yesterday. Dinner was 4oz of Ground Sirlion, steamed green beans, 1/2 scalloped potatoes. I had a small dairy queen dipped cone for snack last night and man did I pay for that. Just the ice cream not the cone. I was still within my calorie range and yesterday I weight in at 379.4. So I am still losing weight. But I was running back and forth to the bathroom for like 2 hours last night. I haven't had much dairy these last couple weeks and it torn my stomach up. I have learned my lesson. Today I feel pretty good. I think I am skiping class tonight so I can grocery shop and get a walk in before dinner.
ChoseLife

ChoseLife

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Court's Blog
 

One Month Down

Yesterday was my one month mark since surgery, and I feel great. I have lost 31 pounds and my BMI is down 6 points! I am new to this forum, so I have just been reading some of the blogs and I have realized how lucky I was and how lucky I am. My journey to having the gastric sleeve was very short. A friend had it back in November, so I called her and she gave me the surgeons name and information. I filled out all of my forms online on or around February 21 or 22. On February 28 the doctor's office called and said insurance would pay so we set my surgery date for March 16, 2011. My heart breaks that so many people are denied coverage or put through the ringer for approvals to pay. To me this surgery is NOT cosmetic it is life changing and life saving. for those of us who are morbidly obese, this is the only option between a normal healthy long life and an unhealthy short life...why can't these insurance companies see this? I can totally understand them not paying for the plastic surgery after weight loss because that is cosmetic but the WLS itself is NOT in any way cosmetic. Another thing that I have seen with WLS has been the lack of support from those around us. When my husband and I made the decision to move forward with my WLS we told only a select group of family members because so many people have spoken out negatively about WLS. I have been very blessed and lucky to have an amazing husband who has stood beside me no matter what, and my mom and dad and my mother in law. Others have said they support me, but I can see the disapproving looks in their eyes when they talk to me. I am not stupid I know that a lot of people who have never struggled with weight issues have no idea what we who do struggle go through or how hard life is for us. Sometimes I wish for a day they could see what it is like, but then I don't think it would change their way of thinking. My main reason for the surgery is that I have three young children and I want to be able to be active with them and enjoy time with them outside and not always hurting or out of breath or just plain too fat to do something with them. My kids are my world and I want to teach them to eat right and healthy and to exerice. All the women on my Dad's side of the family (my first cousins) are BIG GIRLS! My grandmother was diabetic by the time she was my age (33) and by the time I was old enough to remember she had tons of medical issues because of her weight...I don't want to be that way and I want to teach my daughter, and my sons, the right way. Life is full of things that are beyond our control, but why should we not take control of the things that we are able to take control of???? I know that having the sleeve was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made. I have talked to everyone who has asked about it and I am willing to share my story with anyone who will listen or rather anyone who WANTS to listen, because if I can help one person who is overweight, then they can help one more too and maybe one day we can help to bring this dieseas under control!   These first four weeks have been a great journey for me and I am excited to see what the next four weeks bring to my life!
Court

Court

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Java's Journey
 

The big ABOUT entry

Hi... whoever is reading this   I'm starting a blog. Well you know that already now don't you.   I'm doing this to make myself more accountable for my actions. Also to provide insight on my random musings of the day. I have lots.   First I am Michele, second I work in an office- nothing spectacular, third I Victory Rolls, a burlesque dancer.   I've been dancing burlesque for about two years now. What a release. What an affirmation about your body and being sexy. What a juxtoposition between this journey and my view of myself and the public's view of me in return. I love it. It's a way to become something outside of yourself. While Michele may not think a bikini is a great idea, Victory Rolls will dance in a bra and shorts... I know   Enough of that third person- thats weird.   My heaviest weight was about five years ago at 298, it may have been 300 but at that time I refused to look. I did atkins with my best friend, I lost 60 pounds, thought that was amazing. Then slowly over the course of 5 years it crept back on. Up to 265 I started going to the gym, working out, low carbing, trying my best. Got to 215 and thought my god yes I am doing it again!   Then relapse.   Back up to 250 I decided on lap band. I have never NEVER been skinny, or even normal sized. From grade school all the way through college. During college I found groups and dances that celebrated the fuller figure. I was empowered. I thought no problem. This is acceptance, this is fabulous. Some people find the way I look sexy, but I didn't...   I still wasn't right in my life. (Its still a process) I felt like a fraud. I wanted so badly to be healthy and look in the mirror and like what I see.   So this journey began. 6 months of research and worry. Doctors appointments and what have you. It was time. Jan 12th and a major storm hits the north east. I would not be stopped. This was my destiny and we made it to the hospital.   Now, 3 1/2 months out I'm down to 213.8 today woo hoo! I keep teetering around this weight with no further reference for something smaller. Anything below 200 is my highschool weight, and I don't remember that at all. I'm moving forward though. I can REALLY do this. I don't need some point of reference beyond this... fashion has changed and I won't be pegging my pants and wearing skidz and zcavaricci come 180. (yes i did that. Thanks early 90's)   So this is the journey I figure. Beyond those numbers that have become all too familiar. A 2 in the front of my weight number has been normal so far, as well as numbers like 3,4,5,6 second. But no more!   This is my year (and yours too)
javaquarius

javaquarius

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SoCalAvsFan's Blog
 

Day -7

Today was a much better day.. the doctor gave me some pain medication yesterday which helped with the headaches.. Breakfast and lunch went great.. still am having trouble focusing though and its really making work tough. Tonight was a bit of a step back though as I cheated pretty bad for dinner but had already been give the ok to cheat tonight as I had a special event tonight that I had been looking forward to for awhile.. however I need to make sure I get right back on track starting tomorrow.. its insane to think my surgery date is one week from tomorrow.. god my heart is pounding just thinking about it.. Just gotta stay focused.. eyes on the prize...
SoCalAvsFan

SoCalAvsFan

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myphoneq19i's Blog
 

New HTC Smartphones Availability – 2011 Phones Popularity

HTC may still be regarded as a supporter of Android thisyear, as it does not lose focus on the implementation of new Android phones onthe market. In addition, they have already implemented the latest version ofyour phone Android Gingerbread 2.3 (although the latest Android 3.0 isavailable, it is not very developed for smartphones, but for Tablet PC instead.       The year 2011 is looking for a happy HTC smartphone iscompatible with the use of new mobile phone models that make the fans excitedabout the latest version.   Here List of HTC Hottest Phones for 2011 – HTC Models 2011   You can see the list that HTC will give priority to themobile phone Windows 7, the same is what they have done for years there areother androids. Most of their phones, including this year there is a touchscreen.   HTC smartphones available in various media in the UnitedStates. Each major carriers - Verizon, Sprint, and now merged AT & T andT-Mobile - have their own set of HTC phones. Them on Sprint is probably one ofthe most popular line of this company   Read here New HTC on Sprint | 2011 Phones Updates | 4G Android Evo Shift Arrive   Other HTC phones, Verizon, AT & T and T-Mobile are amongthe most popular.       HTC Android is known lover, as many of its smart phones runon the Google Android operating system. However, HTC also welcome another operatingsystem on their smartphones. One of the major operating systems available onthe aircraft is the latest Microsoft mobile operating system, Windows 7 entry   View The HTC New Windows Phones 7 | Models Price | Sprint AT&T TMobile Verizon   Windows 7 Phone constant popularity of the mobile phonemarket. One of the main reasons may explain the popularity of the Windows OSdesktop and laptop computers.       Most users prefer the Windows environment -thanks to its user-friendly interface, and it is probably because mostapplications on Windows-based applications - and thus their cell phones.        
myphoneq19i

myphoneq19i

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sexyat44's Blog
 

Back to work...it was very challenging

Yesterday was my first back at work and it made realize how bad my eating habits were. I struggled all day due to temptations right in my face. I was used to eating on every break, it was like "what do I do now" everybody is eating around me. Chips, sandwiches, candy bars, etc...was easily accessible and I am trying to maintain willpower. I will have to figure other areas I go to for me break instead that darn breakroom. Today is another day and I need to be strong for my journey.
sexyat44

sexyat44

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christyreed's Blog
 

Starting over after pregnancy...

Hi everyone,   I was banded 3 years ago, and 18 months of that time I was either pregnant or nursing. I'm now picking up where I left off and feel like I'm starting over b/c I can't remember anything of what I'm supposed to be doing. I'm looking for tips, food ideas, ANY and all advice to help get me moving on this journey again. My total weighloss goal was 80, and I am only down 25 lbs. (I'm only 4'8") During pregnancy I gained 35 and lost it, so I am exactly where I left off. The thing is, I can't seem to get motivated and have no one really to discuss my situation with.   I just had my first fill since being completely unfilled during pregnancy. I have a REALIZE Band, and I am up to 4cc. The first week or so was GREAT, I felt the restriction but now...I don't really feel the restriction anymore.   Can anyone explain why? Why did the band feel tight the first week or so and now feel pretty darn loose again?   Hope to read some good advice on this forum.
christyreed

christyreed

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ChoseLife's Blog
 

Day 8 Pre-Op of Diet

Yesterday went awesome. I got out walking a few times yesterday. Had my shakes for breakfast and lunch. Drink lots of water. Dinner was 6 oz chicken breast, steamed veggies, and a little rice. Had an apple with 2 tbsp of peanut butter for snack last night. I felt really good when I got up this morning. I think going to school last night really helped me keep my mind on track. I need to start thinking about the stuff I will be able to do when I am thin. And not focus on the stuff I can't have now to get there.
ChoseLife

ChoseLife

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deedee72's Blog
 

4 months out

This is my first blog entry and it's been a little over four months since surgery. (12/9/10) A little about myself....I'm 38 years with two children. I have a very supportive boyfriend that I have been with for about 3 years now. I have been overweight all my life except for the times I dieted and lost some. Of course those pounds always came back with more. I made the decision to do lapband when the doctor threatened to put me on cholesterol meds in addition to the BP meds I was taking. I felt i was too young to be on daily meds for the rest of my life. To date I have lost exactly 40lbs. I wished it was more. The surgeon didnt put any fluid in at the time of surgery. My first visit in January, I got a 1.5cc fill (10cc band) in February I got a .75 fill. Last month in March, since I had gained 7lbs since february, she gave me at 2.25cc fill, which now brings me to 4.5cc. I still have no restriction. I go back next week and hopefully I will get a fill and get some restriction. Up until now, my weight loss as been from regular ole diet and exercising. I work out four times a week an hour each time. I could have done this without the band right? In my mind I'm thinking that when I do FINALLY get some restriction I will continue to lose weight hopefully at a faster rate. We will see I guess. But on a happier note, I feel much better, look better and feel alot better about myself. I started in a size 22w, now I can get in regular 18's (no W) and they could be tighter. I'm thinking I probably between a 16 and 18. Progess? Yes. Slower than I thought? Yes. Happy? Definitely!! Thanks for reading! Be back soon with updates!    
deedee72

deedee72

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The plot thickened and so did I
 

Fat = Selfish

I feel selfish being fat. Let me explain. This consumes me. It has consumed my life for a long time. I think about it all the time. Maybe even more so now because I am on this incredible journey with finally an awesome opportunity to lose weight. And that is something I have obsessed for .....for a very long time. Now, I feel like I have to focus even more to ensure I don't fail. I feel so self-consumed. So selfish. I am a stress eater. Well, I used to be. I would eat, no binge like crazy when stressed. I was stressed often. Unfortunately, weight loss surgery did not cut out 85% of my stress. I am watching my mother in law die from stomach and colon cancer. She was forced to be readmitted to the hospital tonight because she refuses to eat. Here I am with an eating issue, and here she is on the opposite end of it, but needing food if she wants to survive. So, first I feel selfish to go through this, while she and my husband and his family are dealing with something so much harder. So it stresses me out. And I want to eat. Tonight I did what any weight loss person could do. I binged....on some chocolate milk. In reality, I only had about 7 or 8 oz, but it was 2% and was, like I said, chocolate. Luckily I did good all day with my carb and calorie intake so I did not go over 800 calories for the day, but the point was I did not have the control over it in this time of intense stress. I feel so sad to see my family go through this, and so selfish to still be focusing on something so...I don't want to say not serious, but in comparison...it seems like it. I feel selfish that I needed this surgery. That I needed the help. That I needed this me time. Right in the middle of all this. I just don't want to put my kids through anything that I can help later in life. It just hurts too bad too see the family like this....I guess I am just justifying my feelings of selfishness by thinking it will prevent any pain in the future. Who knows....
foxgirl74

foxgirl74

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SoCalAvsFan's Blog
 

Day -8

Today was another tough day.. woke up this morning, had absolutly ZERO energy.. literally took me a few hours simply just to roll out of bed.. was extremely tough..   Tried the ISOPure drink today, the taste was disgusting, however it absolutly filled me up which was a huge benefit..   Got to speak to my nut today, she advised I could have string cheese.. let me just say, eating that string cheese was like a party in my mouth, it was so tasty compared to what ive put in my body the last couple days..   Had a major migrane for a majority of the day, was able to identify the cause as being from the lack of caffeine.. i suppose when you go from drinking over a liter of soda a day to cold turkey, it has quite the effect on the body..   Had the isopure for breakfast, a couple string cheese for lunch, and a chocolate protein shake for dinner.. its 1130 now and my stomach is howling..   I know that everyone says things will get better.. I sure hope it does!
SoCalAvsFan

SoCalAvsFan

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