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4oz boiled shrimp with a couple TBS cocktail sauce....and handful of salad with light balsamic vinaigrette. YUM!

I never even thought about going with a chain! I think I will just go to the jewelers....thank you!

Great question, I have been struggling with this as well. I have tried the plastic ring sizer from walmart..no go. Totally uncomfortable then I used a bandaid wrapped around. Figured next would be yarn. I just wash my hands a lot and so I can see that getting funky very quickly.... Maybe our sleeve friends have some ideas!

Heather, wow! I hope your foot/leg gets better. You have done so well and are inspirational. I did not realize your resounding success earlier

Heather, Heather and Kaite....Ladies thank you so much. I just want to finish up, get to goal and help others as I can. Best to you in your journey!

Congrats to all of you for reaching goal...fantastic. Not sure I will make it in a year but, heck overall am so happy and thankful. Wearing a bikini...wow did you ever think? HIP HIP HORRAY!

Thanks Deana, you will do great on your journey!

Congrats, you have begun a new life!

Congrats Dooter..do make sure on your trip home you are sipping, do not want to get dehydrated and it is so easy to do.... Take care.

H e l l o Lisa...that was me hollering to you and giving you a great big welcome ....well from a bit of a smaller me today (hehe). You will find this forum is filled with wonderful people who are supportive, informative and caring. So glad you will be getting healthy and no more happy...f word. You will just be happy!! Anytime you need anyone we are all here for you and anyone else who would like to chat. Sending prayers for your upcoming surgery! I am sure you have all of your information ready, but we are all here if you think of something last minute. Best to you.

Sounds really good right now! Great point about the English Cucumber and seeds! Take and mix a little albacore with light Caesar dressing and use the Cucs as crackers... Yum!

Nannous - I was sleeved on November 1, so I am almost 10 months out, sorry if my information was confusing. Honestly, with the abscess I developed and second surgery it did put me behind the curve and I was still okay with it just because I have felt so much better with the weight off. So cool you are ROCKIN that sleeve!! Whoo Hoo! Take care of you!

You can do it! You will read about much here and it is so helpful. Make no mistake complications can and do happen..you must measure your personal needs and willingness to move forward. Whatever you choose, you will do great. You have taken the first step to reclaim your life! Thank you for the compliment, I feel so wonderful!

Fantastic Day! I kept hope for you! Yeah! You will love the journey and outcome. Keep it up folks, we are gonna fill up the losers bench!

Thank so much Megin...you know I love the fact you and I are almost the same height. I think close in size overall too For Many years I swore I was 5'11" and now looks like I am 5'10" based on recent measurements. you have done so well with your sleeve, I just always look forward to hearing from all friends. Best to you!

Hey friends....guess what? I was selected for the Fashion Show! (((smiles and girlie giggles))). I will check back with you all once it is all over, maybe I will have some fun pictures! Thanks so much for all of the well wishes, I just found out today!

Oh my YES! It drives my hubby nuts that we are so far apart in temperature...then introduce hot flashes and I have my own Personal Summers without notice...I am hoping soon my body will level out

Great job! Can't wait to see the new you in your new cruise picture.

Wow 160 flipping pounds....lady you have done a fantastic job andlook beautiful!!!

Ken, It happened again ...I tried to launch and it was just black screen. So I opened safari and went in the old way. From there I got your instructions here and followed it exactly AND IT WORKED! Thank you for your help!

Thank you! Can't wait to try this one...

SML, thank you for your kindness. You will love your sleeve! Best to you.

Dana, I think moderation and along with dehydration as caffeine is a diauretic, there is also a bit of acid, so best left for a while after you heal. I am almost 10 months out and drink cup or two of coffee daily. I started with decaf and mix it up one and one...I also always get a minimum of 70 oz Water (with crystal light mostly) and 64 oz Protein. My loss has slowed but I am living and loving life with my sleeve! Best to you in your success!

Xavtay2, Thanks for taking the time to read and respond. PLEASE do hold on that you will be approved through insurance and keep reading . I will keep fingers crossed for you! There is still the 1 percent chance of complication but, honestly for me it was worth it. My "ah-ha" moment was when someone said to me "how many morbidly obese senior citizens do you see?". I really struggled with that because I wanted to live in retirement with my hubby so nothing was going to stop me. I did have an abscess and end up with a second surgery 15 days after I was released from my sleeve, which required treatments to grow cells/tissue in my tummy area but never have regretted my decision. Wishing the best to you!

Don't be afraid, you will be ok. Do you have anyone to help you? My hubby helped as we measured it and recorded daily. At first we used gloves then figured as long as we kept everything clean we were ok. Once you get to ake a shower, not sure if you have a lanyard to put around your neck to clip the tube to during shower or not, if no then use a tie or you can take an old t-shirt cut the neck out leaving just a bit of fabric in the front and again pin your bulb to it. Best to you for great success, I love my sleeve!!