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yep same here, I too get cold easily, whereas before surgery I didn't! And I have had a 'cold' moreoften too... think the body needs longer that I realised to adjust. I don't get the stuffy nose though... in the early days I used to get hicups... but nothing now!

. I noticed that you haven't been updating you food diary, I had stopped but started again a few days ago. Has the snow got to you yet?? We have loads, my exercise for the last few days has been shovelling snow and playing out with the girls! DO NOT GIVE UP!!!! Hey Chilo, I stopped tracking as soon as I could see that my main routine was good and hitting where I wanted it to be... I also stopped 'cos I get really obessive with stuff like that and that was one of the reasons I had the sleeve, is not to be obessive...hahahahaaa... and look at me now... moaning and groaning!!! We haven't had much snow, yet, but I am sure it will come over eventually!!! Thanks for all your kind words everyone... I really expected to have a few kicks up my ass... and I appreciate the kindness instead of the kicks... needless to say I will kick myself instead...lol I am still feeling a little down, and gibing myself time for this to ride out naturally instead of making myself feel better... if that makes sense! But I am sure that this cloud will pass over soon... once again... THANK YOU ALL x

Hello fellow sleevers, Just thought I would post... I need a pep talk and I know you lot are brillant at this, as I have already read in abundance! Ok, here goes... I am feeling a little hacked off here... since the 9th Oct I have only lost 4lb and 2 inches! I know I was ill during that time- I had pnuemonia and was really poorly... I managed to put 4lb on too - but I just feel like I am failing myself! Since the 2nd Nov I have been feeling 'well'... eating as planned, Protein, protein, protein... low carb and plenty of Water. I am also back in the gym 2-3 times a week, I also walk and swim now too... So, what the heck is going on... I know I am a slow loser and that is fine, but I really feel like the last 6-7 weeks have been a waste!!! I am usually quite a positive person, glass always half full etc... but I have to be honest with you, I am starting to feel 'down' about it all and all my bad body images and feelings are coming back as I can't see any kind of change in myself in the last two months! I really wanted to be around the 170- 180lb stage for christmas but I am currently 194lb.... GUTTED! My weight loss has dropped to less than 10lb a month now too.... Sorry about the moan, but I know this is a safe and honest place to let it all out, so to speak... any words of wisdom, kindness or just a kick up my ass would be very much appreciated!

Hey Diva, I feel your pain ... mine sound similar to Tiff's and I ain't even half way to goal yet... booo hooo... I am also thinking about getting 'the job' and I would like a TT at some point... just the cost is soooo expensive here!!! Looks like the wonderbra will have to stay for a while longer!

I had those dreams and still do!!! I have a reoccuring dream, where I am always wearing the same outfit...a nice pair of jeans, with a skinny shirt - tucked in - and a pair of leather boots - to the calf and zipped up all the way - lets hope that our dreams come true!

Yep! I agree with you and the others... you look great... happy and healthy! When were you sleeved... I am nearly 5 mths out too! =]

Well done you... keep up the great work, and what a fantastic start you have had... continued success me thinks...lol =]

Hey Andrea, Congrats... these mini goals are good aren't they... and only 30lb til goal... you'll be there in no time!! Keep up the good work! =]

Hiya globetrotter... I am in a similar position to you and I understand how frustrating it is. My weight loss isn't 'amazing' (it is good for me and there is a part of me that feels guilty when I complain) but I also think that I should have lost more too. I was sleeved 3rd July and was hoping to be at least 168 for christmas, but that doesn't look like it will happen now! I had pneumonia in Oct and since then my body has been cruel to me,,, I gained a load! Managed to lose it plus another 3lb and that is it... I have tried all the stuff you have mentioned and am starting to feel down about it now too. I am trying to stay positive but it is hard... and I 'feel' fat again... weird? I also find it hard not to compare my self with others on here who have lost a lot more than me... and who are of similar stats to me... I suppose we just have to keep going and fight our cruel bodies all the way to slimville!

yep, me too... I have really fine hair and it is just getting finer and finer... starting to show a little too... funny thing is that, it is only fine around the top area, sides and back are as normal... similar area to where a man goes thin first... I know it is only temp, but I don't like it at all... getting a trim tomorrow, so hopefully a nice shape will make it look better! Another thing that is weird though is the fact that is it in excellent condition... really shiny and seems stronger even though there is a lot less... does that make sense????

Hey, I am a slow loser ... and yes, it is frustrating,,, BUT Congrats on your weight loss to date! Someone once said to me, 'just think of the weight you could have put on!' I keep that close to me when I have no weekly loss or really slow loss! Have you tried to increase you fluids, water etc... I find that helps when things stop moving. I also agree with Blackberryjuice... change the exercise up too. Don't worry too much though, you will lose it... chin up and let us know how you get on =]

Wow, I think we discovered these alien bones at the same time... I forgot I had ribs!! =]

Can't fault you for contacting your surgeon, just shows that we know our own bodies... and fair play to him/her for a speedy response. Now, you are in the best place and in good hands... so rest and get better really soon... keep us posted... I hope you feel better really soon x

Diva, I agree with Lisa, I am mainly eating low carb foods, but I will have cashew nuts and some peanuts... I think they are a good food source ... oh, and tasty too xx

OMG... just noticed your ticker Judy... well done to you too... you are both putting me to shame here!! Any secrets you want to share to help me speed my weight loss up so I don't let the side down....lol xx

Hey Ladies... Greetings from sunny Wales!!! I was sleeved 3rd July... and am doing ok, pleased with my weight loss so far... mind compared to you Bella I am ashamed...lol! I agree with your comments on how life changing this is! Getting compliments is something I was never used to or took well, but now I sorta believe people when they say how nice I look or how healthy I look because for the first time in my life I am starting to feel good and believe in myself. There are sooooo many little things that only us, who have been obese, understand ... little things like wearing my engagment ring and my wedding ring all day... wearing high heeled shoes to work... going to the gym and not crying on the way home because my groin is on fire and my shin splints are hurting! My 10 year old son being able to put his arms around me and for his hand to touch... that was a NSV that had me in tears...lol. The list goes on!! I suppose, I feel in control of things are last, and that alone is an amazing feeling. Although, I am not even half way to goal, I already feel so much better, younger and fitter... I started at a 24/22 and am now comfortable in an 18 (nearly in that elusive 16!!!) Lets keep each other going ... =]

Oh fair play ... I agree with all the comments, you look amazing... I love your hair (did you have any probs with hair loss cos mine is getting finer and finer)! You are defo an inspiration to me... just what I needed ... Thank you and congratulations =]

Hey Blackberry... I am totally with you on this... the day I weighed less than my hubby was defo a NSV and a massive one at that 'cos for the last 12 years I have always been heavier! Doesn't it feel good... he said to me the other day, that it is nice that he can wrap his arms around me and touch hands...!! The little things are so important! x

Maddie, thank you for your post... I can relate to the issue of feeling defeated; I have never really had that 'killer instinct' or competitive part to me (until recently when the weight started to come off!). 100lb is absolutely amazing and I am soooo impressed! Well done and thanks for sharing your dream! x

I agree with you completely; for me the sleeve isn't a quick fix but a tool and a lifelong promise to myself that my health and well being is important! I too think exercise is a great part of this amazing, even if frustrating on times, journey of ours. I use exercise for many different reasons, not just for weight loss... for enjoyment with my family, a way to get rid of frustration and to make myself feel alive... nothing better than a good sweat....lol Keep up your hard work and congratulations on your success so far!! =]

Fantastic...job well done and I love the photos.... especially the one with two legs in the one leg of shorts....heheheeeee... What a great feeling it must be for you! What is the best bit about being at goal??

Thanks ladies... I know it isn't the greatest thing in the world, but for me it was a 'moment'!!

Just thought I would share this little bit of excitment! I have set myself little mini goals along my weight loss journey, things that will keep me motivated... and swimming is on the list. I am now under 14 stone (194) so my next little goal was to go swimming. Just over two years ago I started taking the kids swimming with my husband; I even bought a new swimming costume ( unfortunately itwas too small for me!!!! but I kept it anyway) ... I went a several times and each time I would start to get little panic attacks! I would get sweats, palpitations, and need the toilet!!! I thought that this reaction completely outweighed the benefit of the exercise and I stopped going. So, yesterday, my son asked when we were going to go swimming again. I tried the swimming costume on and it was a perfect fit... and ok, there is still plenty of weight to come off, but I have to say, it didn't look as bad as I expected! To cut a long story short... I put the costume on and kept it on and took the kids swimming. It was amazing to be back in the pool with them and my husband! We had a lovely time and I managed to get some really good exercise out of it too! These little NSV are sooooo important to me!

OMG.... you were sleeved a few days before me ... I am speechless!!!! Boy, do I wish I was a fast loser like you!!! Your weight loss is fantastic to say the least!!! Well Done and congratulations !! =]

Oh good for you... I am totally getting the running machine thing... I am in the same boat, even slimmer, I have never been able to run! Now though, something has changed... I can breath as I run and am slowly building my stamina up too... great feeling isn't it!!! =]