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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Garlic-Rosemary Pork Chop

These Italian-inspired pork chops make for a fast and fragrant weeknight meal. You and your family will love how tender and juicy the pork chops are. ENJOY!   Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 11 min Total Time: 21 min   321 Calories per 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 75574
 

So who Didn't watch the Season Premier of "The Biggest Loser"????

:frown:I was so sad for the ones who did not get picked to go to the RANCH! A lot of folks looked like they could use the help.   I tried not to feel sorry for anyone there, but I could not help it, I wanted to bleed for them. I am so grateful every time I watch that show for what I have now. I would not want life any other way. I admit I need to be exercising more now, that is a downfall of mine, but I know that the LapBand was a lifesaver for me. When I saw the girl talk about her brother who tried out for The Biggest Loser and he died five days later, that just woke me up.   We can not wait! I am so glad that I have shed nearly 100 lbs! I thank God every day that I made this decision. The facts that were quoted tonight about Metro Atlanta, out of all the deaths 1/3rd of them are related to heart attacks associated with obesity.   Boston was the next worst town! I guess they don't have the room for much gardening. When I visited Boston last year, I was so tired from walking and I just thought that folks from there would stay slim getting in all that walking everywhere!?   Well this is really going to be an interesting season, and it is so motivational. Makes me want to get on track and stay there and exercise more, I am gonna love Tuesday nights for awhile.:thumbup:
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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Blog 76372
 

Half mark point :d

Weird i got on here today, I’m at my half way mark.. my weight loss is starting to slow down a little bit, but im finally comfortable to post some really really bad pics of myself at my highest because I can actually see the change. I am feeling really good about myself, I’ve been saying, if I don’t loose another pound, I will be totally happy. Every pound I loose from here is going to be bonus. I finally feel really good about myself. This is the first time in my life that I can actually say that. Its amazing what weight loss can do to your self-esteem. When I was at my smallest (about 200) I would always feel so self-conscious. Being as high as I’ve gotten, being at 225 is a dream come true. My confidence is sky high! This is the best part about the Lapland! I am also noticing how much people actually consume in one sitting.. like non-overweight people. Its crazy! I also am noticing how much I used to eat. I was riding with my friend who stopped at Arby’s the other day and I looked at the menu. I used to get the biggest combo and an order of cheesy potato bites on top of that, and I could eat more after that! That part trips me out the most. Just thought I would let people know how it feels to be at your half mark point. It is truly AMAZING!!!!! :thumbup:
megkpik

megkpik

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Blog 2117
 

3 mos post op.....39 lbs lost!!

I am on my way to being skinny!! I have lost 39 lbs since my surgery three months ago today. I am officially wearing a size smaller in my jeans. I am rocking my 18s!! I bought me a couple of tops off the clearance rack and bought an XL!! No more plus size tops for this girl!! :-) I feel great, have lots of energy, and have absolutely NO regrets on my decision to have this surgery!!! Here's to my tiny tummy!!! :thumbup1:
kalex21211

kalex21211

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Blog 2117
 

3 mos post op.....39 lbs lost!!

I am on my way to being skinny!! I have lost 39 lbs since my surgery three months ago today. I am officially wearing a size smaller in my jeans. I am rocking my 18s!! I bought me a couple of tops off the clearance rack and bought an XL!! No more plus size tops for this girl!! :-) I feel great, have lots of energy, and have absolutely NO regrets on my decision to have this surgery!!! Here's to my tiny tummy!!! :thumbup1:
kalex21211

kalex21211

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Blog 94826
 

Cookbooks for after surgery

OK someone asked about books. I went to Barnes and Noble as well as Amazon and was amazed at how many books there are on weight loss. There are even an increased number of cookbooks for eating after weight loss surgery. the most popular seem to be: Eating Well After Surgery, Recipies for Life After Weight Loss Surgery, and the High Protein Cookbook. Just thought I'd share!:thumbup:   Oh there are others on learning about the various surgeries and how to deal with the emotions of it, but i figured the September bandstars are beyond that point.
chriper

chriper

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Blog 75574
 

My dress didn't fit, but that's OK!

:eek:Not because I did not lose the weight, but because they made it WRONG! I feel so much better, it was only 5 inches off!   I don't think staying in the gym for two weeks would make any difference in the fit. 5 inches is a lot to reduce in a week, then it still would just fit!   So off shopping I go tomorrow! Looking for that perfect dress for the wedding.   It will be an experience! I plan to have a good day with my daughter. I love her so much! She has a lot to learn in life, but I hope she goes about life with an open mind, there is so much to soak in!   Still trying to get that protein in! Going to cook a steak and have dinner with my hubby!:thumbup:
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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Blog 99309
 

First fill/adjustment 21-9-2010

So yesterday I had my first adjustment. It was really scary to have someone touch my wounds after I have guarded them so fiercely. But all went well. She said my wounds were all healing well and that everything seemed good.   But the best part.... I thought I had lost 9.9kg/21.8lbs (according to my scales), BUT, when she weighed me it turns out I have lost 10.4kg/22.9lbs. I know it's not a huge difference but I was getting frustrated not being able to get over the 10kg mark, and it turns out I already was!   I also asked her about creams/lotions that would help with skin elasticity. I shower with a moisturising body milk exfoliater and use Palmers Cocoa Butter otherwise. She said that most people end up having to have the extra skin CUT OFF. The thought of another surgery.... :thumbup:. I don't really have any issues with skin yet, but I guess I have to become comfortable with the idea that I MAY require another surgery to deal with it at a later date. BUT, we'll cross that bridge when we get to it.   Anyhow, back on fluids for the next 5 days, and hopefully the weight-loss speeds up a little bit now.   Cheers.
something_for_gabby

something_for_gabby

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Blog 94826
 

T-8 Short term disability

Good Afternoon All   Can I say errghh! I am so frustrted with the process to have my short term disability approved! FMLA is approved but now I have to go through hoops to obtain my companies funded short term disability while I'm out. I've been with the company for 12 years, you wouldn't think it would be this difficult, but oh well we will press through.   Cheated last night and had some baked chicken wings and let me tell you its not worth it my stomach hurts! It did teach me however, that I don't have the willpower/lasting power I thought I did. I need this tool and won't make it without it. Until tomorrow...
chriper

chriper

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Blog 101818
 

Questions!

My family and I are now looking into getting this surgery for me. We are going to a seminar about it tonight. And I just have some questions for some people who have been through it. :thumbup: 1) How long does it take to get approved and have a date put in place?   2) How is the pain after the surgery? Is it unbearable or just uncomfortable?   3) How much weight do you usually lose in the first month of getting banded?   THANKS!
meg31008

meg31008

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Blog 94643
 

Tomorrow is the day

I can't believe it. Tomorrow 9/22, i will be having my surgery. I am at work today and have been following the liquid diet. so far so good. i am just constipated. any suggestions. don't want to have any problems after surgery with that. good luck to everyone else having surgery tomorrow.:thumbup::tongue::thumbup:
papoose

papoose

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Blog 100212
 

Half way thru preop

Well, this time next week, my band will be in place, and I'll be on to the next phase of this journey. Finally, I am beginning to be ok with this fluid thing, and I have lost 9 1/4 lbs since 9-15. It is so much fun stepping on the scales every morning and seeing the scales go down 1-2 lbs. Loving it. I had my first class of teaching how to eat or shall I say drink for the first few days, and I got scared to death, thinking I can't do this. but you know, I have a wonderful Heavenly Father that looking after me, and by the Grace of God, I can do this.
copa

copa

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Cherry-Apple Crisp

The ultimate gooey companion to vanilla ice cream, this easy-to-make crisp is loaded with tart dried cherries and apple slices, as well as apple cider, cinnamon and brown sugar. So delicious perfect for the hoilday... YUMMMY!!! ENJOY!   Makes 8 servings Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes   318 Calories Per 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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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

That's the ticket.

So, I got a speeding ticket this morning. Isn't that super awesome!! :thumbup: Honestly though, I was going 76 mph in a 60 mph zone, so I totally deserved it. The only thing that makes me mad about the whole thing is that that motorcycle cop is there EVERY morning and I KNOW BETTER! Oh well, it is what it is.   I'm feeling much better today! The respiratory infection has faded for the most part. Jazzercise was tough last night, but I definitely felt better when it was over. It is nice to be in enough shape that I don't feel like I'm killing myself the first day back after a break! Today I'm taking it up a notch and I'm doing my 2 mile hill run at lunch and Jazzercise tonight. I only have a non-running lunch work out tomorrow (maybe the bike?) so I should be able to push it out today.   I was hungry yesterday. After breakfast, it didn't take too long until I was hungry for lunch. We went to Mi Cocina to meet my parents and I was worried that I would need to eat too much. But my mom & I shared a nacho plate and I ate three nachos with sour cream and guacamole. So, not too bad. In fact, it held me until very late in the afternoon and I didn't get hungry until about 4pm when I had some greek yogurt.   I was a little hungry when I went to Jazzercise, but it wasn't horrible. When I got home, I fixed goodies for dinner. (My niece's favorite meal is what she calls goodies, which is bascially a collection of snacks, like apples, pretzels, peanut butter and cheese.) I had just less than a 1/2 c of potato salad, a boiled egg, 10 crackers and 5 pieces of cheese (roughly 3 oz, I think.) I finished the potato salad and egg, but I left 2 crackers and a piece of cheese. I didn't seem to have any "restriction" in the sense that there was no issues with anything going down, however, I did have "restriction" in the sense that I was full after eating a reasonable amount of food. So, I did well yesterday. The trick is stopping when I'm full. I've not been good at that historically and is something I need to work on.   So, goals for the week...drink water! And stop eating when I'm full.   PS: My new item of the day that I'm wearing...electric blue flats with a row of sequence around the top. Very flirty, but practical too.   Have a great day!!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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Blog 4124
 

Week 4

Sept 14th - 21st   I walked 6000 steps 2 times this week, the first time i walked it really helped everything move BM movement.   I still have a hard time getting in my 80-95g of protein a day. i started having a protein shake in the mornings ehich has helped.   My favorite food has always been popcorn and i have introduced it into my foods, i think a little too much at some times. The reason i think that is i have had a few sliming episodes, but i haven't had as many heartburn like episodes this week.   taking vitamins everyday and am down to 229 loss 6pounds this week
mightymouse

mightymouse

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Blog 100512
 

Here is my story!

I am new to this blog thing, but here goes...my story starts last year, I fell and broke my ankle, it actually snapped under my weight! I am in cronic pain from the fall, and if the weight comes off, maybe it would be better....My surgery is set for October 6th. I couldn't be more excited...I have been watching what I am eating and replacing two meals a day with protein shakes. So far I am down about 12 lbs...although I am tempted, I try to make it through the day with as little food as possible.( I will be taking a well needed trip to Atlantic City next week where I will hit upthe buffet one last time!) My husband is not supportive, when I say i am hungry, he tells me to eat, and I wanna kill him!!! I am hoping that after the surgery the hunger will subside! Today I got on my scale, by the way, is there really an accurate scale out there??? and it reads 221.6....I guess that isn't too bad. Could be and has been worse. I think that I havebecome obsessed with the scale. Even though I am losing weight, I am not seeing any difference in the way my body looks. Hopefully the first 3 weeks after surgery I can lose like 15 lbs...I wanna be super hot next spring!!!!:thumbup:
nancy_marie_00

nancy_marie_00

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Blog 93073
 

Short-term goal

:thumbup:OMG SO IN LOVE WITH ME.......I have met one of my short-term goals. I am down 198lbs. Haven't tried the size 16w jeans yet. Will wait until Sept 30.....Life is good..!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
blossoming

blossoming

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Blog 3744
 

Jai Ho!!! ... My Journey

So ...done with all the tests...blood reports..ECG...Echo...Sleep Study....all through...now Seven Days till I go for the kill....   Sep 28th is my surgery date...   I am prepared for the most of it but have certain hours each day when I am nervous...don't who to talk or express it with...   Just have the fingers crossed...Will let all of you know...how is it going to be...   Keep you posted... Good Luck to all :thumbup1:
delhi

delhi

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Blog 92878
 

My Internet Sucks

Im back at school and the internet sucks this semester... anyway... im at a stand still with my weight loss but this week im going to up my gym usage... 15 lbs down since the start of the process, just 9-10lbs down from surgery... it goes up and down everyday.. its kinda frustrating but i know i am not doing and eating everything i should... i mean i don't eat that bad, its still healthy food, its not like im downing burgers and fries or greasy foods, its just hard for my to break the habit of not drinking with food, like sometimes i forget that im not supposed to do it but i do practice everyday to remind myself not to get a drink... its just a hard habit to break, when you been doing it your whole entire life... plus i can eat more than i expected but i know once i get the one fill that my doctor is talking bout at our first fill visit everything is going to change... portion size and certain foods.... i have had a roll, but i am still kinda scared to try pasta or rice...
sweetkc85

sweetkc85

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Blog 99654
 

Help

My pre op is tomorrow. I got approval from Care Credit and now I have found out that my doctor in not participating Care Credit as on 9-1. Please give me some additional financing options! Help. I've gotten so close to be let down like this. :thumbup:
dixierose1226

dixierose1226

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Blog 100058
 

WHAT did I just do?

Day 6 post op and I am feeling like I am never going to be able to eat again. I have to be on a full liquid diet until the 30th and I am starting to struggle. I know there is no way I am eating enough and when I try things like yogurt or pudding I get full real fast. I try my best to drink alot of water but that makes me full. I walk all the time as that has been easy for me...I just wish I could eat!!! uggggg
thornhillhouse

thornhillhouse

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Blog 3924
 

The Chubby Queen - My Journey - Blog Entry No. 1

So here I am. Nervous as anyone can be. Fixated on a not so unreal future. Counting the days to what it would be an epic event. Thinking to my self; "Am i doing the right thing?" And finding my self encouraging the idea that after this day all my weight dilemmas would be a thing of the past (I'm not saying that it would work like magic, i know this is just a tool). And right there, I raise my head and smile... Just smile. And think," don't be silly. This is what you always wanted".
MDqueen

MDqueen

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