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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 :-)

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qtney1

LAP-BAND Patients

gained back 5 pounds, I meant to say...lol

latin_starr

LAP-BAND Patients

hi Qtney...i'm sorry to hear about your husband..i pray he heals quickly! I've found myself in similar situation (well about not having the right food..not husband) i bought some protein bars and they are great..made by snickers! yay! that holds me over til i get home and i can make something healthy. It's hard to do but I don't want to fall into the same rut as before..ya know? Right now since I've started regular food I've stopped losing weight but haven't gained. I hope things get better for you guys! keep in touch

LoseIt!

LAP-BAND Patients

Glad to hear your husband is doing okay. As far as the band goes, this is a tough time, but I know you will get through it!

Dadkins8

LAP-BAND Patients

First, wishing your husband a speedy recovery. Sometimes, it is so hard with stress and when you must put someone else first. I am glad that you were able to take a little time to get your food. It will go a long way with getting you back on track. Just remember that this is a journey. When we hit bumps in the road, we must keep on going. You are doing just that! Keep working hard toward your goals!

sandradee0124

LAP-BAND Patients

Thoughts and prayers are with you and hubby. You have the drive, motivation and support to do this. Welcome back on the wagon :-)

qtney1

LAP-BAND Patients

Thank you all for the great support! I have been packing my protein shakes and bars with me to work. I have a great routine during the week, but the hospital threw me off of that. Thank you also for the prayers. The husband is doing wonderful after 2 brain surgeries involving the shunt in his head. Everyday is a new day and I am determined to make this weight stay off!

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