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Blog 95551
 

i am struggling :( and at a loss :(

I have been having a hard time the last three weeks, I missed my dr visit on the 8th and have not been back yet. I am planning on going on the 29th now. I have gained back about 5 pounds and i know why, i have been so bad with everything that is going in my mouth, i dont seem to be full and my choices have been so bad. i went away on vacation and seems that i have not come back to reality yet. I can't seem to get removiated again. i have not been to any group meeting in a month because of everything that is going on. i have started night school from 6 pm to 930 every night and work full time almost every day ( i work at a toy store and this is getting into our crazy season.) I know i can do this i had lost 40 pounds in 4 months but i just a lost. I dont know if there is anyone who has been through this too?? I just sitting here shaking my head. later!
darleneo

darleneo

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Blog 103317
 

Knowing vs. Thinking

I was finally able to send in my packet information yesterday. It was more of a relief just waiting to happen. I know I want this surgery more than anything. I don't think I do. Right now is the time of my life where I'm starting to decide where I'm going to go from now. Simply put: I've spend the last three years deciding if i was right for me since everytime I looked at a diet I became depressed. I would look at clothes that weren't my size and just pretend that I could someday fit in them. Just waiting for the doctors office to give my paper work drove me insane. Most of my life I've alwys did things off on a whim but not this. Everyday I'm driven to look at LAP-BAND®.com and seach for everything they have in decisions and I can even go to the EMMI website that the website suggests. That's exactly where I am right now. I'm not wanting a quick fix or anything. I'm wanting to change for the better. I'm always looking for the misery in everything positive I see. I want this more than anything. I know that I'm young and unexperienced with so many things. I know that I should wait and see what else is out there for me but I can't do another diet. The word no longer exists for me. I want a lifestyle change to a healthier me. I'm not looking for another size or the number of pounds I want to lose, I'm looking forward to the best years of my life.
kourtany93

kourtany93

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Blog 92086
 

My Surgery Day story 9/15/10

Written 9/16: I had my surgery yesterday. Got to the hospital at 5:30 am. Got admitted, weighed in (254) then headed to a private room where I changed into my gown. The nurse came in and tried to start the iv. Apparently my veins were not cooperating, so 5 tries later another nurse got it started. There was so much going on in that last 30 mins before surgery- nurse working on the iv, anestheologist talking to me while another nurse was strapping the foot pumps to my feet. Apparently my Dr does the surgery with me in a mostly vertical position- that was all new to me. They came and got me and wheeled me back to the or. They slid me over to the table, then lined my feet up on a platform and then the next thing I know I hear the recovery nurse calling my name. I stayed there for about an hour. I did start feeling some pain and all I did was say so and they gave me some pain meds. After that hour they moved me up to a regular room where I started to drink my 1oz of water and protein drink every fifteen mins. After I was able to pee, they started the paperwork to discharge me. I got dressed and then headed home. As soon as I got home I took a gas-x strip and took a lortab pill. Also am having to do the breathing exercise every hour. Stayed on the lortab every four hours until I went to bed. I stayed steady sore all day with some shoulder pain when the pain pill started wearing off. I layed flat on my back in bed most of the afternoon but sat up on the couch to watch survivor and big brother. After that I got in bed and decided to see if I could lay on my side. After I was able to get over onto my side, it seemed like everything shifted and once it settled I could breathe deep breaths and went right to sleep. I slept better than I thought I would, I woke up about every 4 hours but I didn't take any more lortab after 945pm. Woke up this morning and am feeling much better. Still moving slow but I just took liquid tylenol only today. Lots of phleghm this morning and temp has been running in the mid 99's. They said only worry if it is over 101. I plan on getting out to walmart today to get some walking in. Also I live upstairs and was able to climb them when I got home yesterday, no problem. Definitely better than I expected. I still can't figure out where my port is yet, I don't have a bigger incision up top, but I'm not going to poke around on them yet either. No bruising and the infusions are glued. That's my story!
sara31

sara31

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Blog 100512
 

Help! I can't stop eating!

I am 13 days post op, the first week was fine, now I am starving....I am still supposed to be on liquids, but I have been eating everything in sight! I feel horribly guilty, nevermind i am still starving!!!! Anyone been through this? What should I do?:thumbup:
nancy_marie_00

nancy_marie_00

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Blog 80125
 

Catching up and setting goals!!!

Hi everyone! I am so excited to be back!!! I had my baby on Oct 8th, a beautiful healthy boy, 8lbs 1 oz 21 inches long. We named him Timothy Jones III. So when I got pregnant I weighed 219 during pregnancy I gained 14lbs which had me delivering at 233. Now 1 week and a half later I am down to 210, which is 9lbs less then when I got pregnant. I am sooooo happy for the jumpstart and am ready to make up for some lost time. I have my walking shoes and stroller ready lol and with an infant and 2 year old who has time to eat!?! LOL Please join me on my way to keep losing, my first goal im setting is to lose this 10 lbs and get out of the 200's. Never thought I would c the day!!! Talk to everyone soon and I will post baby pics soon! :thumbup:
Theresa'sMom415

Theresa'sMom415

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Tuesday is better than Monday.

Thank you all very, very much for your sweet comments about my hair. I'm officially on board with it (well, at least 80% and that's more than passing). I'm loving the fact that it only takes about 3 minutes to dry! The next test will be how it works out after my lunch runs. I'm not too worried about it though because my work folks have seen me about ever which way. :-)   So, I'm completely obsessed with the Rangers. I will admit that I'm a Bandwagon fan. I never got into baseball. But I LOVE watching the Rangers in the playoffs. First, the boys are super cute, so that never hurts. But I also love sports and competition and watching the Rangers and Yankees is just fun. Claw! (For those not in the know, the Rangers have the symbols of antlers and claw. Antlers represent speed and the claw is kind of a "high five".) So if you see a random CLAW in my posts over the coming days, that what it means. :-) Go Rangers!   Today is a bit of a tough day. One of my coworkers (from our East Coast office) is leaving my company. I have worked closely with him for over 10 years and he has played a big hand in shaping my career. We are friends as well as coworkers so I think we will keep in some kind of touch, but it won't be the same. Life moves on and everyone needs to do what is right for them, so I hold him no ill feelings and wish him the best. But I will miss him very much! At least he is going to be in town today (with another coworker from the East that I'm friends with as well), so I will get to say goodbye.   On another note, I measured the block around my apartment complex and it is 1.7 miles long. I want to start doing some running in the mornings, but I probably won't start until at least next week. Maybe 2 days a week?   Again, thank you all so much for your support and kind words. I love feedback! It makes such a difference knowing you are out there pulling for me. Know that I am here for you too!!   Beth
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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Blog 73771
 

Long overdue update..... many changes!!

It has been 3 months since I posted, and you would just never believe all that has happened!!!   First off, I am only down two pounds from my last post. Remember, had just had 1 cc removed. Since then, most if that has been replaced, but it has been this cycle of gain-lose-gain-lose. SO.... still 8 pounds to go to reach that 100 pound mark.   But, I have been a little distracted.... that Marine of mine came home from Alaska EARLY.... he got home August 5 and I had an engagement ring on my hand August 7!! :wub:   We planned a whirlwind wedding so that my kids could start in their new schools at the beginning of the school year, so the wedding was August 28 and I wore a size 18 wedding dress!!! I will have to figure out how to post some pictures. :smile:   Since then, it has been just craziness..... moving from my large home to his small home, putting lots into storage for now. He is renovating another home for us, so we will be moving again next summer.   Last week was my first time back to the gym in all the chaos. I am back down to the beginning..... 15 minutes on the elliptical, went just three days last week. :thumbup:   Going to try and bump it up in the next two weeks because I really want that 8 pounds GONE. I am at a point now that I desperately need to reach that goal and feel good about it.... struggling a bit here.   SO there you have it...... eight pounds in the next two weeks, hoping-hoping-hoping!!!!
viking_girl

viking_girl

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Blog 103630
 

surgery complete

i came home lastnight. i am sore in my belly, but not having much pain from the gas. how long was anyone in pain for post-op? i'm juat wondering how long this will last? :cursing:thanks
suziej.j.

suziej.j.

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Meal For A Deal Black Bean Soup

More-for-Your-Money Meal These days, who can't use a little extra "help" in the kitchen? Eating on a budget is easy—and tasty. This recipe makes 4 servings for under $15.00. Less is more flavor! This simple yet flavorful black bean soup draws upon Italian and southwestern influences. I love this soup a regular at our house. When serving to kids I use less crushed red pepper to make it slightly less spicy. The soup "magically" turns slightly pink if you add fresh lemon to your bowl of soup. My husband calls this dish "Meal for a Deal Black Bean Soup" So that's what I named it. It's so hearty and yet low in calories! Definitely a great soup. ENJOY!!   Prep Time 10 Minutes Total Time 2:10 Hrs:Mins   Makes 4 servings (1 Serving) 125 Calories   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 63001
 

"Family" Style Dining

Today, I fell of the bandwagon. I had a work dinner and we went to a restaurant that serves "family" style food and the waiter encouraged us to share all the food because not all the food comes out at once. This was a big mistake and I will try hard to avoid these situations. Don't get me wrong the food was WONDERFUL!!! The problem is that because the food was shared I ate small amounts of EVERYTHING over a 2 hour period and I ate way more than if I would have ordered my own food. Eating so slowly isn't good for me because I can overeat if I do this. The only thing that makes me feel better is that most of what was ordered was not "carby" but the amount was still too much.   Well, anyway I will be aware of these types of situations in the future and give myself a time limit of eating (20 minutes) and will politely excuse myself and go home.   I had to get that off my chest. I won't beat myself up anymore about this last meal but focus on planning better for my next one...I can't change the past but I can change my future. :thumbup:
meltingaway72

meltingaway72

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Blog 103386
 

Sleep Apnea Test 10/18/10

Doc took my blood, 4 large viles. Going to check my thyroid, sugar, etc. Also, have to go for a sleep apnea test soon. Waiting on the call. My sugar has been running high the last couple of days. Checked it about 15 minutes ago and it was 193. Down 1 point from about 5:30 PM this evening. Seems like it runs normal when I fast in the morning, but then after I eat it spikes. Then it stays up during the day and night. Odd.... After I have my apnea test I have to contact my insurance company to see if they'll pay for my visit to the Lapband Doc. Figure I'll have a better chance at them saying yes if I have sleep apnea. Not that I want sleep apnea with all do respect. Nor do I want diabetes. Will update when I have more info.
neverwillhavealapband

neverwillhavealapband

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Blog 95493
 

1st fill after obstruction

Saw the doc today and got a fill. I gained 4# since last month. They weren't upset though and said I shouldn't beat myself up either. I guess when some folks get their fluid out, they really take advantage and over do it. I tried to stay focused although it was hard with the added stress of thinking I lost my band.   I decided that I"m going to do 5 days of protein shakes. I haven't been feeling as good and I've been at basically the same weight for a month or two now, give or take a pound or two. Hopefully this will jump start my weight loss and I can start feeling better too.   I did notice today after taking my vitamin and the 1st shake that it's almost like overloading my body - been feeling sick most of the day but I am sure this will wear off.   Hope you are having a great week!
Drake alp

Drake alp

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Blog 92086
 

Copying over info from my old signature

So I don't forget! 5/13/10 - Seminar 6/14/10 - Nutrition eval, X-Rays, Bloodwork, Pics Official Weight: 273 7/6/10 - Doctor Referral Letter 7/7/10 - Psych Eval 7/14/10 - Barium Swallow 7/21/10- Tricare submitted, waiting for approval 7/23/10 Tricare Approval! 9/15/10 SURGERY TO BE BANDED!
sara31

sara31

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Blog 90135
 

Off the wagon and jumping to get back on...a touch of bandster hell!

Wow! What a week this has been! A week ago, I was celebrating getting down to 302 (losing 23 pounds since I started my liquid diet with almost no hunger after being banded 9/30/10). Welllll, my husband went back to the hospital on Wednesday morning and got discharged for good last night. It was an extremely stressful time and I wasn't home very much. Needless to say, I didn't have my protein routine to keep me in line. I tried to eat good and include plenty of protein in my "hospital cafeteria" diet. But, some nights, after driving home, only fast food was open (I didn't get a chance to replenish the fridge until last night). After being so exhausted, I gave in a couple of times. Now, here I am, determined to jump on the bandwagon and get back to losing again! My doctor cleared me last week for all foods again, so I stocked up last night again on all my "good food".   I have gained back pounds (eeeeek!), but I think I can work that down pretty steadily with my mind put to it. I've had hardly any sodium prior to my husband's hospital stay and with the eating out several times, I'm sure I took in a LOT. Blech.   Anyhoo, husband is doing great after 2 surgeries and will be out of work for several weeks recuperating. I have tried not to beat myself up too hard.....just climbing back on the saddle and WILL watch that scale go down again.   This waiting for restriction is not fun, but I just have to be my own restriction :-)
qtney1

qtney1

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Monday it is...

I don't like to dwell, so I'm dealing with the hair situation. I know it isn't a bad cut because some people REALLY seem to like it. But I've figured out that it just isn't me. I think it will take about 3 or 4 months to really get it grown out enough to get the cut I want. I think there are a lot of people that look super cute with short hair, I just don't think I'm one of them.   I went and bought a few little barrettes and headbands to jazz it up a little bit. It is what it is. From here on out, I will just work it the best way I know how. :thumbup: Like several of you said, it is just hair and it will grow back. No big life change.   So, other than the hair debacle. the weekend went well. Friday, I sat at home and watched the sad, sad Rangers game. Saturday, I sat at home and watched the super fun Rangers game! It was a nice treat to cheer me up. Then we went for tacos, which is another treat!   After church and breakfast yesterday, my BFF and I went to see a show. We have season tickets to a regional theater in Dallas. They are quite a liberal group and can get a bit risque, but they always put on an excellent show. And they are never boring!! Yesterday was no exception.   Last night I finished my weekend with the Colts game. Since that ended well, I would say I had a good weekend.   Hope your Monday is a good one!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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GonnaBeFit
 

Tomorrow is the day!

Yes, tomorrow I will officially be a bandster. I'd love to come up with a cute name for it, like LoseIt did ... Band Jovi was it? LOL I dont know. Anyways .. tomorrow I will have it. Tomorrow is the start to the rest of my life. I am praying the Lord helps me stay disciplined, to do what I'm supposed to do and follow the rules so I can have the most benefit and success from this experience.   I have been thinking lately about my NSV and my SV. I dont know if I have a set amount I would like to lose weekly, I'd love to lose at least 5lb ... but I know that probably wont be realistic. During the two week liquid diet I started on the 5th I lost 5 lbs as of the 14th. I think I am still losing though but will sure tomorrow what the final count is. So lets just say that I lost 2.5 lbs each week, thats way more than I was losing before and right in the healthy range. I think thats what I will shoot for my SV.   As far as NSV ... I'd love to be able to cross my legs and not strain my quads or hams doing so, not having to hold my knee or stabilize my foot on something just to keep my legs crossed. Id love to be able to wrap a normal size towel around my body after a shower and have no skin showing! I'd love to be able to not lose my breath walking fast, trying to keep up with my husband. Id love to be able to shop at a normal store and wear single digit sized clothes! I'm very short so I think a normal size for me might be around 4 or 6 ... I'd love a 6, would be happy with an 8 I think. Ahh I'm fooling myself. I want a 6 :thumbup: I want to be able to drive without my stomach touching the steering wheel. I want my daughter to say "mommy what why dont you have two belly's anymore" :smile: I want her to be able to hug ME .. not my fat. I dont want my daughter to know what fat is .... I know there are tons more, but that was on my mind today as I prep for surgery. I have to pack my bag today too ... I wonder what I should bring. I'm only staying a night so should I bring comfy pants to wear to bed? What do I wear home? Will I be able to wear my jeans home? Oh, I also have to fill my prescription today so it can be here ready to use.   My parents are coming here tonight to help with my daughter, my husband is home from Iraq ... YAY ...
GonnaBeFit

GonnaBeFit

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Cleosan 52- Sandy
 

Y- minus 7 days

I have to give a big WooHooo! I'm at 289lbs, that 35lbs lost!!! I'm doing really good following the low fat/low carb diet. I am feeling a little limited in my food choices though. I could use some great recipes.   I had a very surreal moment today too. I love reading all the posts on the VGS board both good and bad and everything in between. I love giving encouragement and praying. Hugs and prayers have been my tag line, Why? Because I wish I could just reach out and give you all a hug to let you know I'm there for you, and prayers because, well, that's what I do. I believe if you talk the talk then you walk the walk too. But until know, it's always been the "other" people.   It finally dawned on me, "This is going to be me this time next week " By 12:30 next Monday, I will have my sleeve, be in my room, learning all over again how to eat and begin with a fresh start in life. I have to be at the hospital by 7am and surgery is 9 am.   Oh man, all I can do is say "Wow, it's happening so fast!!!" Don't get me wrong, I'm excited and rearing to go but.... well... OH MAN, WOW!!!
Cleosan52

Cleosan52

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Fall Baked Maple Apples

This fall bounty includes apples, walnuts (I like pecans), and maple syrup. All three come together in this super-fragrant dessert. It's that time of year again, Apple-picking season. If you are like me you will find you have too many apples on your hands after a weekend of apple-picking with your kids and family. Here is a nice recipe to use up some of the apples. Makes for a low calorie desert. Apples are loaded with fiber, the soluble kind that helps lower blood cholesterol. Maple syrup, cinnamon and just a bit of butter bathe baked apples in a luscious warm sauce. YUMMMM... ENJOY!!   Prep Time:10 min Start to Finish:50 min   makes:4 servings 140 Calories per 1 serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 81279
 

Cravings B Gone!

I wonder what is wrong with me. It is like I have no control. I ate like a P-I-G this weekend. I hade a candy bar, two mini hershey bars, potato chips, and Tater Tot cassarole of course it was only band size eating but still that is soooooo stupid. Now I am feeling like a failure. Why do I struggle so hard all the time to make good low carb choices and then just flip out and eat, eat, eat....   I know tomorrow is another day. All I can do is start over. I pray that I can get control of my cravings and get myself back on track. I am still trying very hard (or maybe not so hard self sabotage :thumbup:) to get to my goal of 100 pounds of loss before my first band-a-versary.   Cravings B Gone!
Mommy1558

Mommy1558

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